In particular, significant weight fluctuations or weight loss (especially after gastric bypass surgery) cause the skin on the arms lose more firmness. Surgery to tighten the upper arms (also known as “brachioplasty”) sustainably improves the look of your arms.
In some cases, an upper arm lift also consists of two treatments: first, Dr. Colette C. Camenisch sucks out excess fat and then tightens the skin by cutting away some of the skin.
Approx. 1.5 to two hours
Outpatient or inpatient
Post-operative bleeding, swelling, tightness, unsightly scarring, infections, sensory disorders
The cost of such an operation varies and is agreed upon in advance
General anesthesia
After one week
Upper arm compression for approx. six weeks, during which time exercise, sauna and intensive UV radiation are prohibited
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