In recent years, a growing number of people are looking to combine two or more different cosmetic procedures in order to achieve the body shape or look they really want. One increasingly popular combination of treatments is combining arm-lift surgery with additional procedures such as liposuction, a breast-lift or a tummy tuck. In the hands of an experienced, skilled cosmetic surgeon such as Dr. Jack Peterson, this combination can provide the best cosmetic results.
What Is Arm-Lift Surgery?
An arm-lift surgery, also known as brachioplasty, involves the surgical removal of excess skin and fat from the upper arm to create a better shape and contour. This can be particularly beneficial for post-weight-loss patients who have experienced significant upper-arm skin laxity, and for those whose skin has lost its elasticity as a result of aging.
Liposuction With Arm-Lift
Arm-lift surgery can be combined with liposuction to remove and contour fatty deposits from the upper arm. Liposuction involves insertion of a small tube called a cannula through a small incision and removing excess fat. When combined with the arm-lift, liposuction can help to provide the very best results, creating a slimmer, smoother and more toned appearance.
Combining Arm-Lift and Breast-Lift
Lots of patients also find that combining an arm-lift surgery with a breast-lift procedure can help to transform their upper body’s appearance. A breast-lift, also known as mastopexy, is a surgery performed to correct the shape and position of sagging or drooping breasts, providing a more youthful and sculpted look. Combining the two procedures can provide significantly more noticeable results than either procedure alone.
Combining Arm-Lift and Tummy Tuck
An arm-lift surgery can also be combined with an abdominoplasty, also known as a tummy tuck, which is a surgical procedure to remove excess skin and fat from the abdomen and strengthen the abdominal wall. This combination can help patients with extra skin and fat in their upper arms and midsection achieve a tighter and more youthful appearance for their upper and lower body.
The Results of Combining Arm-Lifts With Additional Procedures
When done by an experienced cosmetic surgeon like Dr. Peterson, arm-lift surgery combined with additional procedures such as liposuction, a breast-lift or a tummy tuck can provide the best overall results. Patients who have undergone these combined procedures often experience a more comprehensive transformation of their upper and lower body; the result is a refreshed and more youthful appearance.
It’s important that patients discuss their aesthetic goals and potential options with their cosmetic surgeon prior to any surgery in order to determine if combining procedures is right for them. Dr. Peterson has years of experience in a wide variety of cosmetic procedures and can provide information and discuss each patient’s individual treatment options.
No two procedures or patients are the same, which is why a customized plan is so important. In some cases, another combination of procedures outside of the ones listed above may be ideal to create the patient’s desired look.
Conclusion
An arm-lift surgery can produce dramatic results when combined with additional procedures such as liposuction, a breast-lift or a tummy tuck. The result is a more comprehensive transformation of both the upper and lower body. Patients looking to learn about potential options for procedures should schedule a consultation with an experienced cosmetic surgeon such as Dr. Peterson to discuss treatment options and determine the best course of action.
By combining procedures, patients can possibly achieve a more advanced level of aesthetic improvement and the best overall results.