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Brachioplasty (Arm Lift) Procedure in Bellevue and Seattle

Who is a candidate for brachioplasty?

Intended results of brachioplasty

Description of brachioplasty procedure

• The excess skin of the arm is removed from the armpit area down to the elbows.
• Occasionally the incisions are extended into the arm pit to capture the excess skin of the area, and are extended below the elbow to refine the lower area.
• Liposuction is a major part of this operation.
• All sutures are absorbable. Skin is covered with glue or tape.
• Occasionally drains are used.
• A special garment is provided.
• This is an operation that is done under general anesthesia and is an outpatient procedure.

Recuperation and healing after brachioplasty

• There is minimal discomfort that is controlled by oral analgesics.
• Most patients take a week off work, and resume exercise in 4-6 weeks.
• Lingering swelling of arms and hand resolves in about a month.
• Results are evident in 3 months.

Other options and information on brachioplasty

• Additional procedures that may enhance the result are lateral Thoracoplasty (chest wall recontouring), breast lift, and upper body lift.
• The position of the incision of brachioplasty should be in an indiscernible position while arms are at the side.
• American Society of Plastic Surgeons additional information on Brachioplasty — http://www.plasticsurgery.org.