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In the upper part of the arm, the so-called biceps, sagging occurs as a result of aging as well as gaining and losing a lot of weight. This can cause a feeling of discomfort when the arm is lifted upwards or when wearing short-sleeved clothes. With the increasing importance of arm aesthetics in terms of body beauty, people who are uncomfortable with such situations can resort to arm lift aesthetics.
What is Arm Lift Aesthetics?
The aesthetic intervention performed to correct the saggy and fatty appearance of the arms due to aging or weight gain and loss is called arm lift aesthetics. Severe sagging can occur in the upper arm area due to the looser skin and subcutaneous tissue. It is known that the only solution to this level of sagging is surgical methods. With arm lift surgery, it is aimed to remove the unwanted subcutaneous adipose tissue and sagging skin formed in the area in question and to restore tension.
Why is Arm Lift Aesthetics Performed?
Sagging of the arms may occur due to weight loss, advancing age and the effect of gravity. Although sagging of the arms is frequently seen in women and men due to weight loss and aging, sagging can also be seen in the arms of people who quit sports. Sagging in the arms may occur due to the cessation of development in the muscles due to sports activities and the decrease in muscle ratio over time. Sagging in the arm area is also seen in people who have undergone stomach reduction surgery, and this visual deformation also affects people psychologically. People who want to eliminate this discomfort can apply to the arm lift surgery method and get rid of their sagging skin and have a firmer, more taut arm structure.
Who is Arm Lift Aesthetics Suitable for?
Arm lift aesthetic operation can be applied to all male and female patients who have sagging problems and have aesthetic concerns due to the appearance of soft tissue and excess skin.
What are the Types of Arm Lift Aesthetics?
Arm lift aesthetic surgeries are performed by removing sagging skin and excess fat tissue from the inner and back parts of the arm. If deemed necessary, liposuction can be applied to other parts of the arm during surgery. With arm lift aesthetic operations, it is aimed to achieve an elegant arm appearance that is both slim and does not shake with movement. Since the arm area is a more mobile area compared to other parts of the body, it is generally known to be a region less prone to adiposity. In cases where the patient is not above the ideal weight, fat deposits do not usually occur in the arm area. However, it is accepted that the arms are one of the areas prone to sagging and skin loosening.
Operation Process
Before arm lift surgery, the patient undergoes a number of tests. The results of these examinations are evaluated and the causes of sagging are determined. The most appropriate method is selected for the patient. Arm lift surgery can be performed under general anesthesia or sedation. One of the most useful procedures of the liposuction method is fat removal from the arm area and with this procedure, fat can be removed from the inner, outer and shoulder areas of the arm. However, in order for the procedure to give a successful result, it is important that the skin of the arm has a good tightness. In cases where there is some looseness in the skin, tightening of the arm skin can be achieved by applying the laser lipophysis plus procedure. These procedures can be applied alone or in combination with fat removal procedures from other parts of the body. In cases where the laxity in the arm skin is too much and there is sagging skin, it is not possible to provide sufficient thinning and tension without removing the sagging skin. At this stage, arm lift aesthetic operation is needed.
The arm lift aesthetic operation takes about 2 hours under general anesthesia. The duration of the operation may vary depending on the condition of the area where the operation will be performed and the method to be applied. Before the operation, the arms are lifted from the shoulder level while the patient is standing, the amount of sagging skin is determined and the necessary drawings are made. During the operation, the arm skin that is found to be excessive according to this plan is removed. If there is excess fat accumulation, fat tissues are also removed if deemed necessary.
The technique of the operation to be applied is decided by considering the sagging rate of the arm skin and the thickness of the subcutaneous fat tissue. In cases of sagging skin loosening due to frequent weight gain and loss, it is generally known that the thickness of the skin is excessive. In this case, liposuction can be applied first. After liposuction, the loose skin is surgically removed and stretched. In some patients, the excess skin is only seen in the armpit and in such patients, the excess skin in the armpit can be removed with minimal stitches. In cases where the skin gap continues up to the elbow, an arm lift aesthetic operation extending from the elbow to the armpit is performed. Patients usually stay in the hospital overnight after the operation and are discharged the next day.
Recovery Process
After arm lift surgery, patients are usually discharged after one day of hospitalization. In order to prevent bleeding and fluid accumulation after surgery, rubber tube drains can be placed in the area for 2-3 days. A compression bandage is applied to prevent edema, swelling and bleeding that may occur after the arm lift aesthetic operation. By wearing an arm corset for 7-10 days after the operation, less swelling occurs and the skin adheres to the underlying tissues and shrinks. Postoperative stitches heal completely after 8-10 days. The patient can return to daily activities 4-5 days after surgery. Although there may be a feeling of pain and pain in the area where the application is performed after arm lift aesthetic surgery, these pains can be prevented with painkillers prescribed by the doctor. If swelling and edema are seen in the area where the surgery was performed, these swellings completely disappear within 2-3 weeks.
What are the Risks?
Arm lift, which is in the field of aesthetic and plastic surgery specialists, is among the aesthetic operations applied in all our cities, especially in Istanbul. As every surgical procedure involves some risk, arm lift aesthetic operations also involve some risks. Although patients are extremely rare; they may face bleeding problems during or after the operation. In order to reduce the risk of bleeding, the use of aspirin and similar blood thinners should be stopped before the operation. In case the surgery is not performed correctly, the scar may settle very badly or cause a very bad appearance. Also, the wound and stitches may open or heal poorly. In addition, there may be some risks such as infection, bad scarring, chronic pain, temporary or permanent damage to vessels or nerves, skin irregularities, visible deformities, wound deterioration, loss of sensation.
Age Restriction
Although there is no definite age limit for arm lift aesthetic surgeries, it is known that the possibility of needing such an operation at a very young age is close to zero. Arm lift aesthetic surgery can be applied to patients of all ages who need this operation with advancing age, provided that their general health conditions are favorable.
Frequently Asked Questions About Arm Lift Aesthetics
Arm lift is an extremely simple operation performed in Istanbul and other provinces; arm lift surgeries performed under general or local anesthesia under hospital conditions take approximately 1.5-2 hours. Patients are usually discharged the same day after surgery.
Patients do not feel any pain or ache during the operation due to the effect of anesthesia. Although pain may be felt for a week after the operation, these pains can be eliminated with the use of painkillers prescribed by the doctor.
After the operation, a thin scar extends from the armpit to the elbow and remains on the inner side of the arm. The scar, which is red and raised in the early stages, usually begins to fade and lose its prominence after the 6th month. However, the skin structure of the patient also plays an effective role in the permanence of the scars.
It is not legally accepted for the centers operating with the approval of the Ministry of Health to indicate prices on their websites. For this reason, you can call our clinic at +90 542 830 80 62 and get information about arm lift aesthetic prices and arm lift aesthetic surgeries.
Since the aging process continues after arm lift surgery, some loosening of the arms may occur. Situations such as weight gain and loss are among the factors that accelerate this process. However, the patient’s arms do not return to the condition before the surgery.
After arm stretching surgery, patients regain their mobility at the end of 1 week and are able to do their daily activities at the end of about 2 weeks. For heavy sports activities, a 4 – to 6-week process needs to be completed.
