Upper arm lift (brachioplasty)
Due to the natural ageing process, congenital weakness of the connective tissue or severe weight loss, the skin or subcutaneous fatty tissue in the area of the lower upper arm can become slack.
Description
The sagging skin flaps are particularly visible when the arms are lifted horizontally and cannot be corrected by diet or exercise.
A surgical upper arm lift is used when liposuction (synonyms: liposuction) would not lead to the desired result.
The intervention
Before the operation, the arm is thoroughly examined and the surgical area and incision lines are precisely marked.
In most cases, a spindle-shaped excision (cutting out a spindle-shaped area of skin or tissue) is the simplest way to lift the upper arm.
Individual anatomical features may require an adaptation of the surgical technique, which will be discussed in detail.
The procedure is usually performed under sedation anesthesia.
Sometimes a combination with liposuction is advisable.
Nerves, muscles and blood vessels are spared with the utmost care.
As a rule, the wound is closed along the brachial sulcus (an existing anatomical depression) so that the scar is as inconspicuous as possible.
The aftercare
After the operation, you will remain in our clinic for at least 3 hours for monitoring.
3 hours in our clinic, after which you may be collected.
The first check-up will take place the next day.
You will be put on a suitable compression garment.
After the operation, physical exertion, especially rapid and strenuous movements of the arms, and direct sunlight on the scars should be avoided.
As a rule, the skin stitches are removed after approx. two to three weeks, although this depends on the individual healing of the wound.
During the following 4-6 weeks, you will wear a compression bandage both during the day and at night to support healing and further optimize the contour of the upper arms.
