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About Arm Lifts
An arm lift in Southlake Texas, also known as Brachioplasty, is a procedure to remove extra skin or fat in the upper arms.
This surgery allows our patients to reshape their arms and look and feel their best in and out of clothing. Patients who have undergone substantial weight loss especially may have significant skin hanging from their arms that they cannot seem to get rid of despite diet and exercise, making them good candidates for an arm lift in Southlake.
Expert Care
Southlake Plastic Surgeons Dr. Mark Mason and Dr. Matt Novak are well-trained and board certified in all aspects of both cosmetic and reconstructive plastic surgery.
Both surgeons now focus their practice on cosmetic surgical and non-surgical procedures of the breast, body, face, and nose. Their combined expertise and love for aesthetic surgery led them to study plastic and reconstructive surgery at leading medical institutions throughout the country.
Arm Lift Overview
Procedure Time:
Approximately 2.5 to 3 hours
What it Treats:
Excess skin
Recovery time:
2 weeks – Limit activity involving excess motion of the arms
8 weeks – Full recovery
Procedure Options
With an arm lift in Southlake, the brachioplasty scar is placed in the bottom or inner surface of the arm so it is less visible in a sleeveless or short-sleeved shirt. It typically extends from the armpit to the inner elbow.
Combine Procedures to Maximize Results
Brachioplasty is an arm lift procedure in Southlake, Texas to remove the extra skin in the upper arms. It is often combined with liposuction to remove excess fat in the arms.
Frequently Asked Questions
An arm lift addresses excess skin and may also remove excess fat from the upper arms. Liposuction targets unwanted fat rather than loose skin. Your surgeon can evaluate your skin laxity, amount of excess fat, and goals to determine the most appropriate approach.
An arm lift requires incisions to remove excess skin, so some scarring is expected. The exact location and length of the scar depend on how much skin needs to be removed and the surgical approach used. Your surgeon can discuss the anticipated incision pattern during your consultation.
Recovery varies based on the extent of your surgery and your individual healing process. Your surgeon will provide specific instructions for gradually returning to normal activities as you recover.
Arm lifts are commonly considered after substantial weight loss when loose upper-arm skin remains despite diet and exercise. If you are still actively losing weight, discuss your plans with your surgeon so they can consider the timing of surgery as part of your treatment plan.
Yes. Brachioplasty can address extra skin or fat in the upper arms to create a more streamlined arm contour. The amount of skin and fat addressed will depend on your anatomy and individual treatment plan.
The appropriate time to return to work can depend on the extent of your procedure, how you are healing, and the physical demands of your job. The page does not provide a specific return-to-work timeline, so I would avoid giving an exact number of days without confirmation from the practice.
Financing Options
Financial limitations should not inhibit the choice to improve your appearance. To make it convenient and stress-free, Southlake Plastic Surgery offers several financing options. We are happy to work closely with you to help you understand your options and get pre-approval on the plan that best fits your circumstances. Click on any one the logos to learn more about financing options with our respective providers.
