What is Brachioplasty and is it Right for Me?

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Author: Dr. Jay Calvert

Brachioplasty is, in layman's terms, an arm lift or arm tuck. With age, excessive tanning or extreme weight loss, arm skin loses its elasticity, and therefore, its ability to shrink back to normal size, resulting in empty, loose, unattractive skin hanging from the upper arms.

Loose skin on the upper arms is unnecessary, though natural after weight loss and is also a natural part of aging. While the benefits of beating obesity are undeniable, there are consequences. Skin loses its elasticity, never to be regained again. Sagging skin results in difficulty finding properly fitting clothing, not to mention embarrassment and self consciousness when wearing sleeveless tops or swimwear. Skin rashes and irritation can also lead to repeated, painful infections on the arms, especially in hot weather. The only way to get rid of the excess skin is through a cosmetic surgery called brachioplasty.

The average candidate for surgery has undergone stomach stapling and may or may not get an arm lift as part of a post bariatric lift procedure. Some patients elect to have only an arm lift done. If you have lost extreme amounts of weight and want to beat the last of your self consciousness left over from obesity, an arm lift may be right for you.

There are risks associated with this type of surgery. As with any surgery, there is a risk of having a reaction to anesthesia. Those who have Hidradenitis Supperativa, also know as chronic infections of the sweat glands in the armpits, should wait until their infection is cured before going though with the procedure. Women whom have had a radical mastectomy are sometimes advised not to have this surgery done, as it can lead to chronic, painful swelling in the arms.

The most important consideration of a brachioplasty is who will do your surgery. Make sure to find a specialist in the field of cosmetic surgery. As is well known, most of the best surgeons in the United States are on the west coast. Begin researching cosmetic surgeons Los Angeles to find the best surgeon to fit your needs. Your research will surely mention Dr. Jay Calvert of Beverly Hills. He is a renown surgeon in the field of cosmetic surgery and is well known for his philanthropy through the Tyra Show. To schedule a consultation with Dr. Calvert, visit his website at http://www.drcalvert.com/.

Jay Calvert, MD, FACS is a board certified plastic surgeon based in Beverly Hills and Orange County, CA. He performs all types of plastic surgery and specializes in face lifts, rhinoplasty and breast augmentation. To learn more about Dr. Calvert's aesthetic surgery practice, please visit http://www.drcalvert.com or Call 1-310-777-8800 in Beverly Hills or 1-949-644-2858 in Newport Beach to set up an appointment.