Arm lift (Brachioplasty)
Definition
An arm lift, or brachioplasty, is a cosmetic surgery procedure designed to tighten loose skin on the inner side of the arms. It removes excess skin and/or fat to reshape the arm and improve its appearance. This procedure is particularly recommended after significant weight loss or with aging skin.
Goals
- Remove excess loose and wrinkled skin
- Reduce or eliminate localized excess fat
- Firm and smooth the contours of the arms
- Restore harmony between the arms and the rest of the body
Indications
- Significant sagging skin on the arms
- Presence of “bat arms” (hanging skin)
- Excess fat resistant to diet and exercise
- Aesthetic or functional discomfort (friction, discomfort when dressing)
Procedure Details
The procedure is usually performed under general anesthesia and lasts between 1.5 and 2.5 hours. Depending on the extent of skin laxity, several techniques may be used:
- Limited brachioplasty: discreet incision in the armpit (mild cases)
- Complete brachioplasty: longitudinal incision along the inner side of the arm (larger cases)
- Brachioplasty with liposuction: combined with fat suction to optimize the result
The surgeon removes excess skin, suctions out any excess fat, then redrapes the skin for a clean, firm result.
Post-operative recovery
- Wearing a compression garment for 4 weeks
- Return to work: 10 to 15 days depending on the activity
- Physical activity: gradual resumption after 4 to 6 weeks
Results
The results are visible immediately, but become more refined over the months. The arms appear slimmer, toned, and more harmonious. The result is stable over the long term, provided you maintain a constant weight.
Advantages
- Significant improvement in arm contour
- Daily comfort (clothing, gestures)
- Building self-confidence
Bodylift (Circumferential Lift)
Definition
A body lift is a major plastic surgery procedure that comprehensively corrects excess skin and fat in the lower body: abdomen, hips, buttocks, and sometimes thighs. It is a circumferential lift that treats the entire contour of the torso. This operation is particularly indicated after massive weight loss (post-bariatric), when the skin is sagging 360°.
Goals
- Remove excess skin and fat from the abdomen, flanks, back and buttocks
- Lift and reshape the buttocks
- Tone and harmonize the silhouette as a whole
- Correct abdominal sagging (with a complete tummy tuck)
- Restore physical comfort and improve aesthetic appearance
Indications
- Significant weight loss with severe sagging skin
- After-effects of obesity or bariatric surgery
- Distortion of the silhouette despite a healthy lifestyle
- Physical discomfort, skin irritations or clothing difficulties
Procedure Details
The procedure is performed under general anesthesia and lasts between 4 and 6 hours. It requires a hospital stay of 3 to 5 days. The body lift consists of two surgical steps:
- Posterior phase (back and buttocks): Removal of excess skin and fat tissue from the hips, lower back, and upper buttocks. The buttocks are lifted and sometimes reshaped by lipofilling.
- Anterior phase (abdomen): complete abdominoplasty with tightening of the abdominal wall, repositioning of the navel and removal of excess skin.
Incisions are made all around the pelvis and the scars are placed so that they are hidden in underwear.
Post-operative recovery
- Wearing a compression garment for 6 to 8 weeks
- Strict rest for 2 weeks, gradual resumption of physical activity
- Return to work: after 3 to 4 weeks
- Resuming sport: from 2 months with caution
Results
The results are spectacular and visible immediately after the procedure. The body regains a harmonious shape, with a flat stomach, lifted buttocks, and a reshaped silhouette. The final result is appreciated between 3 and 6 months after the operation.
Advantages
- Complete and lasting body transformation
- Improved posture and physical comfort
- Restoring Self-Esteem After Significant Weight Loss
- Very satisfactory results in motivated and well-prepared patients
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