The arms are an area where signs of laxity can appear even at a relatively young age. These signs are usually caused by weight fluctuations, lack of physical activity, or even age. The skin gradually becomes looser and droops, creating a “bat wing” appearance.
With the new advanced arm lift techniques, we effectively address this drooping tendency and “erase” the appearance of hanging skin. By combining liposuction techniques and skin tightening, we achieve arm lifting, tightening, and the reduction of localized fat.
Who are the candidates for arm lift surgery?
A candidate for this surgery is anyone who feels that their arms are looser than they would like (for example, when waving from a distance) and shows signs of excessive skin sagging. If the problem is less severe, liposuction alone may offer a solution.
The Arm Lift Procedure
The arm lift surgery is performed under local anesthesia and lasts around 2 to 3 hours. The first stage involves liposuction to remove excess fat from the arm. The incision is made on the inner side of the armpit, where the skin is thinner and shows more noticeable skin laxity.
In most cases, where the sagging extends along the entire arm, an incision is made along the inner side of the arm, ensuring the scar is discreet. This incision follows the inner surface of the arm (along the biceps groove) and achieves the best possible result in removing skin and fat. Through this method, excess skin is removed, resulting in a slim and firm arm free from sagging.
Dr. Boukouvalas’ personal technique, which was presented at the 2009 International Plastic Surgery Conference in Rhodes, is an amalgamation and refinement of all previous arm lifting techniques.
More specifically, it eliminates the long incision from the armpit (with appropriate patient selection) to the elbow and instead uses a small, easily concealable incision in the armpit (Lazy S incision, nonchalant Sigma incision) from the anterior to the posterior wall of the armpit cavity.
The arm lifting surgery addresses the problem based on its severity:
- When there is a slight accumulation of fat in the arm, mechanical liposuction is performed without the need for incisions.
- When the problem involves mild skin laxity combined with fat, both power assisted liposuction and a Lazy S incision in the armpit are used.
Mini Arm Lift – Lazy S
There are also cases with moderate fat accumulation and corresponding skin laxity. For these cases, where the laxity is not extensive, a small Lazy S incision in the armpit is made. This incision is smaller than the usual one and is easily covered by the natural fold of the armpit.
Regardless of which method is applied, the incisions will become indistinguishable within a short period.
After the Procedure
After the surgery, the patient stays in the clinic for 1 to 2 hours before leaving, wearing a simple elastic corset (bolero) on their arms, which should be worn for about 25 days. Preventive antibiotic and anti-inflammatory treatment is also recommended.
Why choose arm lifting surgery?
Arm lift surgery is suitable for both men and women. The results are spectacular. Dr. Boukouvalas applies the most advanced techniques for arm lifting, tightening, and reducing the circumference of the arms to permanently address sagging and skin drooping while also improving the appearance of cellulite caused by enlarged fat cells.
So, entrust yourself to his expert hands and experience the remarkable results of arm lift surgery!
