An upper arm lift, also known around the cosmetic surgery circles as Brachioplasty, is a procedure that sculpts the upper arm by tightening loose skin and eliminating the pesky fat that creates the unwanted 'batwings' under your arm.

The excess skin can be caused by significant weight loss or as a side effect of natural aging. The excess fat can be attributed to an unhealthy lifestyle, precisely that of an unbalanced diet and little to no exercise.

Should I Consider Getting An Upper Arm Lift?

If you relate to any of the following three considerations, an upper arm lift may be a procedure to consider:

• If the loose skin under your arm is disproportionate to your weight.
• If you've lost significant weight and there is excess upper-arm skin and fat that is present.
• If you're willing to exchange unattractive, bulging arms for a scar.

It's essential to understand that even if you commit to a natural alternative for removing loose skin on the arms and excess fat, such as exercise and diet, it may not suffice in some cases. 

Therefore, view getting an upper arm lift as a decision that can surpass any genetic limitations. Also, any cosmetic surgery must be met with realistic expectations.

Aspects to Consider

If you undergo a Brachioplasty, the pros are the following:

• You will feel better in your clothes.
• You will feel more confident in your skin due to your better self-image.
• You will be able to wear short-sleeves or sleeveless clothing confidently.

That being said, the cons are the following:

• There will be visible scars present on the insides of your arms, extending from the armpits to the elbows.
• If you don't have excessive sagging underarm skin, an upper arm lift may not be worth the scars. It's favorable that you consider getting liposuction instead. 

How Does The Procedure Work?

First, the surgeon will mark your elbows, arms, and armpits to indicate where to perform the incisions. Once the incisions are done, the surgeon will use liposuction to suction excess fat from the arms. It is key to note that liposuction is an invasive cosmetic procedure; therefore, you can run the possibility of further medical attention risks. 

The surgeon will also remove extra skin and fat to contour the arms, smoothing it out to create the aesthetic that you desire. The incisions are then closed, and sutures are placed, wrapped by a sterile dressing. 

What If The Procedure Fails To Give Me The Results I'm Looking For?

If you need a different type of skin tightening and arm contouring procedure, then Elite Body Sculpture's Arm AirSculpt is the optimal option.

The Arm AirSculpt is a virtually painless procedure that offers liposuction-like results without the invasive technique. The process does not use a scalpel, needle, or general anesthesia, allowing any further touch-ups after an arm lift a breeze. 

New Yorkers, if you no longer want to depend on your arm fat to deal with the city's brutal cold, yet want the most precise procedure on the market, then the Arm AirSculpt is your best bet.

Visit Elite Body Sculpture New York City to begin your first consultation.