Everything about Arm lift or Brachioplasty

What is Arm lift (Brachioplasty)?
The cosmetic procedure reshapes back parts of the upper arm from the arm to the elbow by removing extra skin and tissues. After this operation arm looks smoother and thinner.
After losing weight the skin is not elastic enough to spring back into place it was before gaining weight so it causes skin folds, chin, and extra tissues. All these happen after losing lots of weight. This operation is a kind of body contouring surgery. Patients may need this procedure after weight-loss surgeries.  Arm lift is done at the same time with other body contouring around the midsection, under the chin, or along the inner thighs.

What happens during Arm cosmetic surgery?
The cosmetic or aesthetic surgeon makes an incision on the inside or back of the arm and then removes extra tissues and folds and at last sew tissues that are left back together. The arm area may seem smoother and thinner.
The surgeon may also do liposuction of the area during the surgery to help with the contour. The patient is under general Anesthetics during the surgery.

extra skin folds may cause the following problems:
• General discomfort
• Inflammation and rash. This can lead to an infection.
• Problems with hygiene in this area
• Poor self-esteem

If you don't like how you look after losing weight and you are not comfortable with that this procedure may be a good option.

What are the risks of Brachioplasty?
• Trouble with wound healing
• Infection
• Excessive bleeding
• Damage to lymphatic tissue. This may cause swelling in your arm.
• Damage to nearby nerves
• Complications from anesthesia
• Pain that doesn’t go away
• Blood clots. These can include pulmonary embolism.
• Thick or widened scars

Sometimes you may need more than one surgery to further contour the area of your upper arm.
a large, visible scar on the arm from the surgery is the other factor you should think about.

How to be prepared for surgery?

 • Get lab testing or a medical evaluation
• Take certain medications or adjust their current medications
• Stop smoking
• Avoid taking aspirin, anti-inflammatory drugs, and herbal supplements as they can increase bleeding

Testing you may need before surgery. These may include:
• Electrocardiogram, to look at your heart rhythm
• Pulmonary function tests, to check your lung function
• Basic blood tests, to check for infection, anemia, and kidney function

Best Candidates:
• Adults with significant upper arm skin laxity
• Adults of any age whose weight is relatively stable and who are not significantly overweight
• Healthy volunteers without medical conditions that impair healing or increase risk of surgery
• Non-smokers patients who have a positive outlook and realistic expectations

Recovery after Arm lift :

• Avoid lifting your arms above shoulder level for three to four weeks.
• Avoid physical and athletic activities with your arms that might stretch the incisions for four to eight weeks after surgery.
• Take pain medication as needed and use topical or oral antibiotics as directed to prevent wound infections.
 
You must do whatever you want with your doctor's permission.

After a Arm lift surgery, contact your doctor immediately if you have:

·         Shortness of breath

·         Chest pains

·         An irregular heartbeat

·         Redness of the skin and a fever

The pain you should be aware of 

Most patients experience moderate levels of pain post-operation mostly greatest in the first 2-3 days following the surgery and subsiding thereafter. Your aesthetic surgeon will prescribe painkiller medication to relieve any discomfort experienced by the patient.

How much does it cost?
Brachioplasty typically costs between $5,000 to $11,000, depending on the patient's situation and the amount of fat and skin that need to be removed. Arm lift in Iran costs $1500 to $3500 it shows how doing this cosmetic surgery in Iran is economic to everyone. Cause it is a kind of cosmetic surgery it is not under the coverage of insurance.

ERMATEB is a professional group that provides perfect options for patients. As everyone knows cosmetic procedures are very expensive and insurances don't pay for them but you should not be worried about the costs. ERMATEB'S group may offer you different choices with the best quality. Depending on your situation you can choose. You can choose among experienced experts and high-tech clinics and hospitals to create an unbelievable medical journey. ERMATEB'S experts will discuss all options and answer all of your questions and problems. As a comparison, we tell you that you can have Brachioplasty operation in high tech clinics with best services very cheaper than European or American countries ( about $1500 to $3500 only ) and you have to know Iranian aesthetic Surgeons made this area a super-powerful pole in the world.

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