Arm lift surgery is an aesthetic procedure generally preferred by people who have sagging problems in their arms. This surgery is performed to correct the sagging of the arms and obtain a more aesthetic appearance. Arm structure may cause arm sagging due to reasons such as aging process and rapid weight changes.
Arm sagging can cause discomfort both physically and psychologically, and therefore many people may consider arm lift surgery. This operation is often called brachioplasty and is preferred to correct sagging that occurs after aging, weight loss, excessive weight gain or sleeve gastrectomy surgery.
Before the arm lift operation, as before any surgery, patients are asked to perform various analyzes and tests. It is important to follow the instructions given by the surgeon completely. The use of medications such as aspirin should be discontinued before surgery as they may increase bleeding. Since smoking and alcohol consumption may negatively affect postoperative recovery, these habits should be stopped 2-3 weeks before. Paying attention to nutrition and sleep patterns can also positively affect the healing process.
As an alternative to arm lift surgery, it may be possible to remove arm sagging and excess fat by using the liposuction method. However, the usability of this method varies depending on the cause of the sagging. While liposuction may be effective in some patients, it may not produce the desired results in others. Therefore, surgical intervention may be required. The liposuction procedure takes approximately 30 minutes and can correct sagging on the arm and give the skin a firmer appearance. During this procedure, patients do not feel any pain or discomfort and the procedure is completed in a short time.
People who have arm lift surgery may experience short-term pain depending on the post-operative period. These pains can be relieved with painkillers prescribed by the doctor. Particular attention should be paid to the areas where stitches were applied after the surgery. It may be useful to use an arm corset to protect the stitches and accelerate healing. Arm corset is generally used for 1-1.5 months. At the end of this process, patients can return to their daily lives. To avoid the risks of arm lift surgery, keeping the arm elevated, especially in the first days, may help the healing process.
