Arm Lift (Brachioplasty) Specialist in Bay Area, Los Gatos CA

A Brachioplasty, often known as an arm lift, can tighten, lift, and smooth the skin and tissues on your arm for a more slender and contoured appearance. CA Aesthetics, Bay Area plastic surgery clinic offers comprehensive and quality care for clients with arm lifts (Brachioplasty). For more information, contact us or book an appointment online. We are conveniently located at 555 Knowles Drive, Suite 218 Los Gatos, CA 95032. We serve clients from Los Gatos CA, Campbell CA, Saratoga CA, Cupertino CA, San Jose CA, Mountain View CA, and surrounding areas.

An Arm Lift Surgery (Brachioplasty) is a type of body contouring procedure that creates a slimmer arm contour by removing excess skin and fat, which can develop with age, or more commonly after massive weight loss. Whereas excess fat can sometimes be reduced through diet and exercise, skin that is damaged or stretched does not shrink. In these situations, an Arm Lift Surgery is an excellent procedure to restore a smooth arm contour. At the time of your consultation, Dr. Li will analyze your arms in detail and discuss whether Arm Lift Surgery is a good option for you.

The surgery usually involves a longitudinal scar, hidden either on the inner or posterior aspect of your arm. If there is also excess skin involving the armpit and/or torso, the Arm Lift Surgery can also be modified and extra skin removed in those areas as well (Extended Brachioplasty). Sometimes, liposuction may also be used to further contour the arm.

WHAT TO EXPECT BEFORE SURGERY

• You will be evaluated by Dr. Li at the time of your initial consultation to determine if Arm Lift Surgery is the best option for you
• You will be required to quit smoking and oral contraceptives 4 weeks before surgery
• You will need to complete testing before surgery, which may include a physical with your PCP/primary physician, blood work, and an ECG
• Prescriptions for your surgery will be sent to your local pharmacy, please obtain these medications ahead of time and bring them to your surgery
• A deposit is required to secure your surgery date
• Full payment is required 2 weeks before surgery; payment options include cash, cashier’s check, or credit through Alphaeon or CareCredit

WHAT TO EXPECT AFTER SURGERY

• General anesthesia can sometimes cause generalized body soreness and fatigue for a couple of days
• Maximum discomfort will occur in the first few days after surgery and gradually improve
• You will not be allowed to lift more than 10lbs for 4 weeks as a safety precaution
• You will be provided a compression garment to wear; it is recommended that you wear this for 6 weeks to help shape your arms and minimize swelling
• You will have drains after surgery and will be given instructions on how to take care of them
• You may experience temporary bruising, swelling, numbness, or a burning sensation involving your arms; bruising and swelling takes several weeks to improve; numbness takes a couple of months to normalize
• Scars may be red and firm for approximately 6 months before they soften and fade