Pads of fat, which have developed in the upper-arm, are easily and permanently corrected through liposuction. If you suffer from surplus skin-fat, a lifting operation can achieve the desired cosmetic success. In particular, patients who through countless diets and/or intensive sporting activities have achieved weight loss, yet suffer from cosmetically unpleasant skin, can be helped effectively.

When is upper-arm lifting recommended?
A corrective operation is recommended when there is loose skin with wrinkles or many localised accumulations of fat in the inner or lower side of the upper arm, for example, after drastic yet successful weight loss. In some cases, a lifting operation can be combined with liposuction.

In cases of substantial overweight with generalized accumulations of fat, we recommend weight reduction before an operation. The closer your current weight is to your ideal weight, the better the operational results will be. However, we will explain this in a thorough discussion with you.

Chances of success
Removal of the loose and surplus skin in the upper-arms is inevitably accompanied by larger incisions and therefore sometimes longer scarring. However, these incisions are placed in such a way as to be unseen in both the arms and legs.
Successful results are permanent. Removed fatty tissue cannot reform in the same place. If you gain weight, the fatty tissue will increase proportionally.

The operation
Performed under general anaesthetic, the operation lasts for approximately two to four hours (depending on the operated area). After extensive disinfection, the surplus skin and fatty tissue are removed.

On the inside of the upper-arms a scar will form, running from the armpit in the direction of the inner elbow.

Smaller fat deposits in the immediate proximity can also be removed by liposuction in order to achieve a smooth outline. The subsequent stitching leads to a tightening of the surrounding skin.

In order to avoid a collection of blood and water in the wound, we will insert two silicon pipes into the area to withdraw the fluids. The removal of these fluids will take place two to three days after the operation.

In order to relieve the strain on the edge of the wound, we will apply a tape-bandage, which needs to be worn for approximately one week.

The time after the operation
The wound-healing process and the reduction of post-operative swelling needs approximately 10-14 days. Definite results however, will not be apparent until after a period of weeks or months.

After seven days, you will be able to shower with a sterilizing soap solution, but we recommend that you avoid bathing for up to four weeks.

After three weeks, we will change your bandaging and remove the stitching.

Any feelings of tension around the scars will disappear within the first two to three weeks. Depending on the opinion of the operating surgeon you should refrain from intense sporting activities for between six to twelve weeks. We recommend the regular use of skin lotion or ointment to help the wound recover.

Surgery-specific risks
Infections and healing disorders, widened scar formations, post-operative haemorrhages and temporary loss of feeling are regarded as special risks of this surgery. All risks will be thoroughly discussed with you in our first two meetings.