About Arm Lift Surgery
At Dr James Fernau, Aesthetic Plastic Surgery & Medical Spa in Pittsburgh, PA , an Arm Lift – also known as brachioplasty – is a surgical procedure that removes excess loose skin from under the arms and re-shapes a portion of the upper arm – from the underarm region to the elbow – to restore a more youthful, sculpted appearance to the arms.
The arm lift procedure is usually performed for patients who have lost a significant amount of body weight, and where the skin of the upper or lower arms appears stretched and loose. The surgical techniques utilized by Dr. Fernau allow the arm lift procedure to be performed with or without liposuction. The end result is a well-defined, trim and toned upper arm that complements your natural shape (or figure) as well as your wardrobe.
Who May Benefit from Arm Lift Surgery
Men and women in relatively good physical condition, who are unhappy with an excess of skin or fat in the upper or lower arm areas, are excellent candidates for an arm lift procedure.
Arm lift surgery is often sought to address the following:
• Excess or loose and sagging upper and lower arm skin.
• Upper and lower arms that have localized fat deposits.
Recovery Periods for Arm Lift Surgery
Recovery times for arm lift surgery vary from patient to patient. All patients receive pre-operative packets and post-operative care instructions for their surgical procedure. To improve your recovery period and minimize any post-operative complications, it is important to fully disclose your medical history with Dr. Fernau during your initial consultation. It is also important for you to discuss any use of medications, vitamins, herbal supplements, and recreational substances. Dr. Fernau may wish to also discuss your physical health and any personal expectations or concerns you may have prior to your procedure.
After arm lift surgery, patients can expect an initial post-surgical recovery period of a few days. You may also require a reduced-activity period. During recovery, you will likely experience soreness and swelling. It is normal for these conditions to last for a few weeks. By following Dr. Fernau’s post-operative care instructions, you can mitigate post-operative complications and speed up your healing process.
Special instructions related to your individual procedure, regarding rest, special garments, returning to your place of business (or normal daily activity), sports or other physical activities, and exposure to sunlight and outdoor elements will be provided to you by Dr. Fernau.
For your convenience, Dr. Fernau is available at any time and can even be reached after hours. Each patient is given his personal cell phone number for any questions.
Benefits and Additions
Many patients of Pittsburgh Plastic Surgery and Dr. James Fernau who have received Arm Lift surgery have also benefited from Liposuction and Thigh Lift procedures. To learn more about these additional procedures, visit our Pittsburgh Plastic Surgery Liposuction and Thigh Lift pages and see some of the amazing results achieved by Dr. Fernau’s patients.
When you consider cosmetic surgery in Pittsburgh, think of Dr. James Fernau and the Pittsburgh Aesthetic Plastic Surgery & Medical Spa.
Learn More About Arm Lift Surgery
For more information about Arm Lift Surgery and other cosmetic surgery procedures, we invite you to call us at (412) 446-0391 – Monday through Friday from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm – to schedule an appointment. You may also use the Contact Form page to send us a message.
