Sagging underarm skin, also known as “bat wings,” plagues many people as they get older. Shapeless upper arms can be embarrassing and may stop you from wearing clothing that accentuates the arms. Some people with sagging upper arm skin experience chafing, rashes and even skin infections from the tissues rubbing together. Dr. Lloyd Landsman is a board-certified plastic surgeon with over 25 years of experience in Smithtown. He can give your arms a more toned appearance with brachioplasty (arm lift).
Causes of Underarm Sag
Loose, sagging skin under the arms may happen after weight loss, due to natural aging or as an unfortunate result of your genetics. Women are especially prone to hold onto fat in their thighs, hips, and upper arms, which can worsen the appearance of sagging skin.Your skin relies on collagen and elastin for a smooth, taut contour, but your body produces less and less of these proteins as part of the natural aging process.
Getting older diminishes your muscle tone and often makes shedding extra pounds more difficult. While you can lose weight to improve underarm “flab” and slim down through diet and exercise, there is no way to restore the youthful elasticity in your skin. Overweight older adults are more likely to experience sagging skin in the upper arms.
Brachioplasty removes the excess skin and stubborn fat deposits that are causing your underarm sag.
The brachioplasty procedure removes loose skin and fatty tissue in the upper arms, and the underlying tissues are tightened to eliminate underarm sag. The arm lift procedure eliminates the excess skin and fat from your armpit to your elbow, and Dr. Landsman strategically places the incisions in areas for minimal visible scarring. You can enjoy sculpted upper arms that you are excited to show off in sleeveless clothing. If your skin has good elasticity, liposuction may accomplish your cosmetic goals without brachioplasty.
You do not have to be embarrassed by large upper arms and sagging underarm skin any longer. An arm lift provides a slimmer appearance so you can enjoy all types of clothing and eliminate skin issues caused by the tissues rubbing together.
Schedule Your Arm Lift Consultation in Smithtown
Dr. Landsman has given many patients a sculpted appearance with brachioplasty and has decades of experience providing superior results with world-class patient care. Schedule your consultation with our Long Island plastic surgeon by email or calling (631) 864-4111.
Overweight older adults are more likely to experience sagging skin in the upper arms. Brachioplasty removes the excess skin
excess skin
Excess skin is an effect of surplus skin and fat after expansion during pregnancy or adipositas and following a massive and considerable weight loss. Further reasons can be aging effects, genetic disorders or an intentional expansion for skin reconstruction.
Non-surgical options include laser treatments to stimulate collagen production and tighten the skin. Fillers can also be used to stimulate collagen production. If you are considering arm-lift surgery, consult with a surgeon. Surgery will leave a scar.
How much does an arm lift cost? The average cost of an arm lift (brachioplasty) is $5,490, according to the latest statistics from the American Society of Plastic Surgeons. This average cost is only part of the total price – it does not include anesthesia, operating room facilities or other related expenses.
Brachioplasty or 'arm lift' cosmetic surgery is performed to reshape the underside of the upper arm from the armpit to the elbow. Brachioplasty can be performed to reconstruct the arms of people suffering lymphedema.
Patients often report feeling more confident, attractive, and confident after the procedure. Arm lift surgery has a 94% patient satisfaction rating, making it one of the most 'Worth It' procedures.
You may be able to tighten loose skin at home with remedies including firming skin care products and exercise. Surgical and nonsurgical procedures may also help tighten skin. Loose skin can be frustrating and have an impact on self-esteem.
The cost of arm skin tightening surgery will depend on the type of surgery and how much skin or fat you'll need removed. Brachioplasty will normally cost between $4,000 and $5,000.
Brachioplasty at SpaMedica starts at $8,999, while liposuction begins at $4,999 and coolsculpting starts at $799. These costs will fluctuate depending on how much fat and excess tissue needs to be removed.
Similar to BodyTite, Renuvion uses thermal energy to shrink saggy skin and coagulate subdermal tissue. Through small incisions, the device is guided under to skin where it emits radiofrequency and helium plasma to heat the tissues up to 85 degrees Celsius.
An arm lift is typically a cosmetic procedure that improves appearance. For this reason, insurance often doesn't cover brachioplasty surgery. If your sagging skin is causing a medical issue, like recurring infections, insurance may consider it. Approval depends on your insurance benefits and individual circ*mstances.
For example, research shows that women are more likely to store unwanted fat in their upper arms than men. If healthy lifestyle changes haven't made a noticeable difference to the amount of fat stored in your upper arms, arm lift surgery could be worth considering.
A scarless arm lift is minimally invasive, with two very minor incisions strategically placed in the natural folds of your arms. Downtime is minimal, and recovery is less strenuous than for a surgical arm lift.
In general, brachioplasty is a safe procedure. But all surgeries come with risks. Your risks depend on your age, the amount of weight you lost, and other health issues you have. They also depend on your surgeon's approach to surgery.
An arm lift, also known as brachioplasty, is an arm surgery that can help remove extra skin and fat from the area between your armpit and elbow. You may be a candidate for an upper arm lift (brachioplasty) if: You've lost significant weight and your skin wasn't able to contract to fit your smaller arms.
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A healthy diet and regular exercise that includes both cardiovascular and strength training activities will help you reduce underarm fat by reducing overall body fat. Exercises that tone and strengthen the upper arms, back, chest, and shoulders will help sculpt the area.
For small to moderate amounts of weight loss, your skin will likely retract on its own. Natural home remedies may help too. However, more significant weight loss may need body-contouring surgery or other medical procedures to tighten or get rid of loose skin.
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