Brachioplasty (Arm Lift)

The arms are an area of the body that rarely receives attention for aesthetic improvement, unless the problem becomes quite pronounced. This is because the arms are usually covered by clothing and are less exposed, typically only during the summer. Issues in this area can be hereditary, such as localized lipodystrophy, which leads to fat accumulation in the arms.

Brachioplasty is the procedure that corrects the aesthetic appearance of the arms. In addition to individuals with lipodystrophy, candidates for the procedure include those who have experienced significant weight loss, resulting in excessive sagging and skin expansion, as well as older individuals who experience "looseness" due to aging.

The advancement of plastic surgery provides solutions tailored to the specific problem. In the case of lipodystrophy, liposuction is performed combined with the removal of excess skin, to restore harmonious arm proportions. In cases of mild sagging, an incision is made in the armpit to improve the shape, and if necessary, combined with liposuction. When sagging is severe, excess skin and fatty tissue are removed with an incision extending from the armpit to the elbow. This incision is strategically placed so that it remains discreet and not easily visible.

The choice of the appropriate method depends on the patient’s needs and is discussed with the surgeon to achieve the best possible outcome.