Brachioplasty
Tissues of the arms can descend with age and following weight loss. The skin tone loss in the arms region is sometimes described as “bat wings” by individuals. In some mild instances liposuction alone may be effective. When excessive wrinkling and looseness is present, a brachioplasty may be of consideration, however a long scar is a trade-off when considering a brachioplasty.
The surgery is performed in a hospital or accredited day surgery facility. Drainage tubes may be used. A stocking type dressing is applied. Generally, recovery is around 2 weeks, however each patient is different. Scar management advice is given to patients post operatively.