Synonym
Brachioplasty
Introduction
In young people, the skin and subcutaneous fatty tissue in the area of the upper arms lie close to the muscular structures. For this reason, the arm appears young, healthy and firm. However, as we age, the elasticity of the tissue decreases significantly.
For many people, this results in the development of unsightly looking upper arms. In addition, many patients who have lost large amounts of weight suffer from flaccid upper arms. The reason for this is the fact that the skin is severely stretched after years of obesity.
While adhering to healthy diets and doing regular exercise sessions can help reduce fatty tissue, excess skin can only be reduced to a limited extent in this way. For many people this fact represents an enormous psychological burden. After the success of weight loss, most of those affected are still dissatisfied with their body image due to the overhanging skin on their stomach, thighs and/or upper arms. Aesthetic surgery can help the affected patients by performing a so-called upper arm lift (technical term: brachioplasty).
Performance of the upper arm lift
An upper arm lift is a surgical procedure in which sagging skin flaps between the armpit and elbow are removed and the remaining skin areas are tightened. In principle, however, an upper arm lift is not just about removing excess skin. Rather, this surgical procedure comprises several partial aspects.
When an upper arm lift is performed, the overall appearance of the upper arms is improved by reducing not only skin smoothness but also excessive fat deposits. In addition, the supporting tissue under the skin, which is responsible for the actual shape of the upper arm, can be tightened. After a successful upper arm lift, the contours and proportions of the arm become more prominent, and the upper arm looks more powerful, younger and healthy. However, people who decide to have an upper arm lift should have a realistic idea of the treatment result before the operation. In addition, the patient must be aware that fine scars will remain on the inside and/or back of the upper arm after the operation.
