A standard change that many individuals experience with age and considerable weight loss is a sagging appearance on the upper arms due to excess fat and moderate to severely loose skin. Though exercise could improve muscle definition and tone in the upper arms, if you have significantly loose skin in the same area, you may not be able to see your progress. The best choice for tightening the skin and underlying tissue of the upper arms for enhanced muscle contours is arm lift surgery in Houston – also called a brachioplasty.
After getting this body contouring procedure, most patients feel notably more confident in their appearance due to the rejuvenated look to the upper arms and visibly enhanced muscle definition. To determine if you are eligible for arm lift surgery, schedule an in-person assessment with a Board-certified plastic surgeon to discuss the procedure and its possible benefits.
An arm lift in Houston addresses issues patients have when there is fat and skin that causes the arms to be flabby—this is often referred to as “batwings” for the shape it takes on the body. Flabby arms can be a source of discomfort and handicap. Exercise and diet can help reduce the size of the arms, but it may leave loose skin that just won’t retract or go away. The arm lift technique is used to remove the loose and bothersome skin in order to provide a better contour. It is often combined with liposuction to help decrease the amount of fatty tissue and provide a gradual contour to the arms.
Below are a few key benefits you can look forward to after your arm lift procedure in Houston:
Because every patient is unique, Dr. Deigni takes the time to tailor the procedure to your natural shape, ensuring your final look complements your body type.
While some people are genetically predisposed to have loose skin under their arms, others may experience sagging after weight loss or through the aging process. You might consider an arm lift in Houston if you:
Dr. Deigni will discuss your medical history, evaluate your areas of concern, and determine if Houston arm lift solutions match your goals. If you have additional aesthetic concerns, such as extra skin on the abdomen, we can also talk about combining procedures in a safe, strategic plan.
Before moving forward with brachioplasty at our Houston office, you will meet with Dr. Deigni one-on-one. During this initial consultation, you can openly share your concerns about sagging arm skin and ask any questions about the procedure. Dr. Deigni will examine your arm structure, discuss your preferences, and explain the surgical approach in detail.
We believe that every individual’s body is different, so our goal is to create a surgical plan that reflects your unique anatomy. This is also an opportunity to discuss topics like incision placement, anesthesia options, and expected recovery times. Because Houston’s climate tends to be warm and humid, Dr. Deigni can recommend specific aftercare tips to protect your incisions and manage any swelling during the healing process. Throughout this compassionate and collaborative environment, your comfort and peace of mind remain top priorities.
On the day of your upper arm lift, you will arrive at our fully equipped surgical facility, where Dr. Deigni and our team will ensure you feel comfortable and prepared. Before the procedure begins, Dr. Deigni will carefully mark your upper arms to outline the areas where excess skin and fat will be removed. These markings act as a guide to ensure precise contouring and symmetry, creating the most natural and aesthetically pleasing results.
To maximize your comfort, general anesthesia or sedation will be administered. Dr. Deigni will then make incisions based on the extent of correction needed. A minimal incision arm lift uses a small incision hidden in the armpit for mild skin laxity, while a traditional arm lift involves a longer incision along the inner arm for more extensive reshaping.
Once the incisions are made, Dr. Deigni will remove excess skin and employ liposuction to refine the contours. He will tighten the remaining skin and reposition it to create a smoother, more toned appearance. Dr. Deigni takes great care to ensure the arms appear natural and proportional to the rest of the body.
After achieving the desired contour, Dr. Deigni will close the incisions with sutures, and you will wear a compression garment to minimize swelling and support healing. You will be monitored in our recovery area before being discharged with detailed post-operative care instructions. With Dr. Deigni’s expertise, brachioplasty in Houston can help you achieve beautifully sculpted arms with long-lasting results.
Brachioplasty patients in Houston usually return to work and light-impact activities within two to three weeks after the operation, when most discomfort has eased. A full recovery and return to strenuous activities could take three to six weeks, depending on individual health factors and the surgical cosmetic changes that were made during the operation. As with any surgical procedure that requires more extensive incisions, scars from an arm lift typically take one year to heal and fade substantially, but may remain somewhat visible.
Like all body contouring procedures, arm lift patients should maintain a stable weight after their operation so that newly added fat tissue does not reverse the surgery’s results. Arm lift results are long-lasting but do not prevent future skin laxity or additional fat from accumulating on the upper arms as you age. In most cases, patients maintain visible enhancements for several years or decades after surgery.
Exercise is a healthy option to improve muscle tone and definition in your upper arms, but working out can only enhance muscle tone and does not help with any loose skin tissue that stubbornly refuses to go away. Therefore, when you have more significant amounts of sagging skin on the upper arms, the best solution is to get an arm lift procedure.
Though patients primarily undergo the operation to tighten the upper arms’ skin, the surgery could improve muscle tone to contour your arms further and boost your confidence afterward. If you are having difficulty improving the appearance of your upper arms with diet and exercise alone due to skin laxity, consider the long-lasting benefits of arm lift in Houston. Call us to learn more about whether you are a prime candidate.
If you have questions about an arm lift or want to take the first step, call us at (281)724-3138 and ask about a medical assessment to discuss your options.
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