Upper arm lift
Due to extreme emaciation, pregnancies, aging or surgery, the skin and fat of the upper arm can become very saggy and wrinkly. This can be corrected with plastic surgery: the upper arm lift. Using a medical term, this surgery is called dermolipectomy of the upper arms.
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The treatment process
What is the treatment process for an upper arm lift?
Anesthesia
General anesthesia
Operation duration
120 – 240 minutes
Recovery time
2 – 4 weeks
During the first consultation, everything to do with the treatment is discussed: which method is best for you, what result you can expect, the possible risks and aftercare. You will always receive honest advice and clear information about the treatment and the period afterwards. During this consultation, the plastic surgeon will assess whether you are a suitable candidate for an upper arm lift. The surgeon will ask about your health, your medical background and what medications you are taking.
If you are taking any medications, you must tell the plastic surgeon. Blood-thinning drugs, depending on the drug, should not be taken for up to two weeks before surgery. You must also stop smoking at least six weeks before the operation. Smoking constricts blood vessels, which can cause problems with wound healing. If you are overweight, it is necessary to lose weight before surgery. The result of the surgery is then better and the risk of infection is significantly reduced.
A consultation is subject to a €100 consultation fee. These will be deducted from the final price of the treatment.
An upper arm lift is performed under general anesthesia. If the laxity of the upper arm is slight, surgical correction can be performed by stretching and suturing the skin in the armpit. In most cases, however, the skin will need to be tightened in two directions. This creates a long S-shaped scar from elbow to armpit. The scar is made in the inside of the upper arm so that it is less noticeable later. If necessary, excess fat is removed in the same correction. The skin is sutured with subcutaneous sutures and sealed with suture patches. Improved techniques often eliminate the need for drains. The surgery is a day case and overnight if necessary.
After surgery, we recommend wearing tight elastic tights with upper arms. You should wear these day and night for 4 weeks and then during the day for another 2 weeks. For the first 2 weeks after surgery, you should move your arms as little as possible. Wound healing takes about 2 weeks. After that, you may begin light work. Heavy work and sports can be done after 4 to 6 weeks.
An upper arm lift has the same risks as any other surgery. The wound can become infected, which is incidentally rare. The greatest risk of infection is in people who have too much subcutaneous fat tissue. Therefore, it is important to have as normal a weight as possible before surgery. Once in a while bleeding can occur. You will then need another operation in which the doctor closes the bleeding blood vessel.
Rare
- Blood accumulation under the skin
- Post-bleeding
- Allergic reactions
- Infection of the treatment area
Rare
- Change of feeling
- Dissatisfaction with the aesthetic result
- Damaged underlying structures
Scars
Scars are red and swollen at first, but this usually lessens after six weeks. Keep in mind that a scar takes about a year to a year and a half to reach a final stage. Keep scars out of the sun and take care of them with a scar cream.
Smoking
Stop smoking at least six weeks before and up to six weeks after treatment. Smoking constricts blood vessels, which can cause problems with wound healing. The risk of subsequent bleeding is reduced once you stop smoking.
What does an upper arm lift cost?
| Treatment | Price | Anesthesia | Overnight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Upper arm lift small | € 5.000,- | General anesthesia | Yes |
| Upper arm lift large | € 7.000,- | General anesthesia | Yes |
| Upper arm lift + liposuction and renuvion | € 10.000,- | General anesthesia | Yes |
Result upper arm lift
“The sagging skin of my upper arms was tightened perfectly with the upper arm lift by Clinic Blooming. I am very happy with the results!”
Before and after photos upper arm lift
