Arm Lift in Tijuana
Has recent weight loss or the natural aging process created loose, excess skin around your upper arms? An arm lift, or brachioplasty, is a kind of plastic surgery that can contour your upper arms so you can wear what you want with confidence. Tijuana Bariatrics in Tijuana, Mexico, can coordinate an arm lift by an experienced surgeon for a fraction of what you would pay in the U.S.
What Is a Arm Lift?
A common plastic surgery procedure
Brachioplasty is a body contouring procedure that removes excess skin and fat from your upper arms and tightens the remaining tissue. An arm lift is typically performed on older patients or patients who have recently lost weight.
The Benefits
of an Arm Lift
Our Tijuana, Mexico, bariatric surgery office works with many patients who choose to receive an arm lift procedure after their bariatric surgery because it can:
Restore Confidence
Weight loss surgery is meant to help you live a healthier, more confident life. If excess skin is making you feel self-conscious after a bariatric procedure, an arm lift can help you feel more comfortable in your body and give you the confidence to wear sleeveless clothing.
Reduce Discomfort
Excess skin can be uncomfortable. It can rub against clothing, be difficult to clean, and lead to rashes and infections. An arm lift removes the sagging skin, improving your comfort.
Improve Contours
Arm lift surgery enhances the toned contours of your arms. Once the excess skin and fat are removed, your plastic surgeon will tighten the remaining tissue to make appealing contours and give you the toned upper arms you desire.
The Arm Lift Procedure
In Tijuana, Mexico
Tijuana Bariatrics has relationships with some of the top cosmetic surgeons in Tijuana, Mexico. If you’re in the United States or Canada, you can benefit from seeking treatment in Tijuana because it is a safe and affordable way to achieve toned arms. Your arm lift procedure will consist of several steps:
Anesthesia
You will be given general anesthesia to ensure you are unconscious and comfortable throughout the entire procedure.
Incisions
An incision will be made along your underarm or in your armpit. The size and location of the incision will depend on the amount of skin and other tissue that is being removed.
Removal
Once the incision has been made, excess tissue will be removed from the arm and the remaining tissue will be tightened. A skilled plastic surgeon will tighten the remaining tissue in a way that creates a toned, contoured look.
Sutures
Once your plastic surgeon has removed the excess skin and fat, they will close the incision in a way that minimizes scarring.
The entire butt lift procedure typically takes about two to three hours. If your surgery is combined with other procedures, it will take longer.
Recovery From Arm Lift Surgery
What To Expect
After this surgical procedure, you should be prepared to take one to two weeks off work and follow the aftercare instructions provided by your doctor to ensure you heal properly. Postoperative instructions for your arm lift may include:
Reduce Inflammation
You can expect swelling and bruising for about six weeks following your procedure; however, keeping your arms elevated while you sleep and during periods of inactivity can help reduce inflammation.
Follow Prescriptions
Your doctor will prescribe medication to help manage your pain and reduce your risk of infection. These should be taken as directed by your physician.
Avoid Strenuous Activity
You should avoid strenuous activity for four to eight weeks and restrain from lifting your arms above shoulder level for three to four weeks while your body heals. This will help keep the swelling and bruising to a minimum and allow your incisions to heal properly.
Monitor Treatment Site
While mild swelling, bruising, and pain are normal, you should still be monitoring your incisions and arms for abnormalities. Contact Tijuana Bariatrics if you develop a fever or notice redness or excessive drainage.
The results of your arm lift will become more apparent as your swelling subsides over the course of six weeks. Results are typically long-lasting if patients maintain a stable weight and follow an exercise routine. Keep in mind that it’s normal to lose skin elasticity as you age, so you may lose some firmness in the upper arm area over time.
