Excess skin hanging on the upper arms can not only be unsightly and embarrassing for some women, but it may also seriously limit clothing options. For women in Detroit who struggle with this issue, our doctors perform arm lift surgery in Bloomfield Hills, MI, to tone and slenderize the upper arms.
Tone Upper Arms with Arm Lift
Brachioplasty (an arm lift) involves the removal of excess skin and tissue that may hang from the upper arms. Our doctors may recommend the procedure for you if you have:
- Hanging arm tissue
- Excess fat in upper arms
- Motivation to improve arm appearance
An arm lift surgery near Rochester Hills is ideal for many women (and some men) who have excess, loose skin hanging from their upper arms. Skin elasticity is not as important as with other procedures, but you should be a nonsmoker and at a healthy, stable body weight.
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View GalleryWhat is Arm Lift?
An arm lift is a surgical procedure that improves the appearance of the upper arms by removing excess skin and fat. The goal is to create a smoother, tighter contour that better reflects your overall body shape. In some cases, liposuction may be combined with the procedure to remove excess fat and enhance the final result. While an arm lift can significantly improve arm contour, it is important to understand that it is not a substitute for weight loss.
Am I A Candidate For Arm Lift In Bloomfield Hills, MI?
An arm lift surgery near Rochester Hills is ideal for many women (and some men) who have excess, loose skin hanging from their upper arms. Prior to your procedure, you will need to schedule a consultation with our doctors to discuss your goals and objectives and create realistic expectations. During this time, you will need to share your medical history and other information to ensure the procedure can be performed safely and successfully. Skin elasticity is not as important as with other procedures, but you should be a nonsmoker and at a healthy, stable body weight.
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When our plastic surgeons perform an arm lift, they almost always do so under general anesthesia. The procedure then requires an incision along the inside of your upper arm extending from the armpit to the elbow. In minor cases, our doctors may suggest a minimal incision underneath the armpit. At this incision site, our doctors will remove excess skin hanging from your arm and may also use liposuction to further slenderize its appearance. If liposuction is necessary, our doctors will first perform liposuction, then trim the excess skin. The skin will then be tightened and re-contoured for a leaner appearance. When a satisfactory result is achieved, she will then close the incisions with sutures and apply a surgical dressing.
What Will My Aftercare Steps Be Following an Arm Lift?
When you leave surgery, our doctors will have your arms wrapped in gauze. Most patients return home the same day as the surgery, but may experience some bruising. You will need to limit your activity for several weeks, but most patients take about one week off from work for more sedentary jobs. Recovery may affect your job for some time if you do a lot of manual work. Any swelling you experience will gradually subside, and discomfort can be managed with medication. Our doctors may advise you to keep your arms elevated, which will be included in your post-operative instructions.
How Long Will Arm Lift Results Last?
Arm lift results are long-lasting, especially when you maintain a stable weight and a healthy lifestyle. The removal of excess skin provides a permanent improvement in arm contour.
Any surgery will likely leave some type of scar, whether it is easily noticeable or not. Arm lift surgery in Troy, MI, will leave a scar on the underside of your arm, but it will fade slightly and flatten out over time. Patients willingly accept some scarring as a trade-off for removing excess hanging skin.
Contact Us To Learn More
If you are from the Detroit area or the surrounding cities of Farmington Hills, West Bloomfield, or Royal Oak and struggle with persistent hanging skin on your upper arms, we encourage you to contact our doctors for a consultation. Dr. Ellen and her staff are eager to answer your questions about arm lift surgery in Bloomfield Hills, MI. Please email us or call our office today at 248-220-6760 to schedule a consultation about arm lift surgery.

