Length of procedure:	1 to 2 hour
Hospital stay:	1 night ( day case in selected cases)
Aneasthesia:	GA
Recovery period:	2 to 4 weeks

Loss of weight or simple aging changes may lead to excess skin being present in the upper arms. Cosmetic surgery may hold the answer for some of these cases. This skin may also interfere with dressing and the full range of motion. An upper arm lift (brachioplasty), can remove this excess skin and tissue, giving an improved appearance to the arms. This procedure can be combined with liposuction in selected cases to improve the results.

Bleeding, bruising, swelling, surgical dog ears and a scar along the inside of the arm can be expected in this procedure. Arm lift is a procedure which requires very careful consideration on the part of the patient and there is no substitute for a detailed consultation to avoid disappointment. Minor degrees of skin laxity may be treated successfully with Thermage.

All surgical procedures carry certain risks and there are limitations of what can be achieved. A full and frank discussion with the Plastic Cosmetic surgeons at Sthetix clinics is the only way to gain a clear insight into the procedure and allow you to make an informed decision about your surgery.

Inner Thigh Lift

This is performed under general anaesthetic, requiring an over night hospital stay. The scars are very noticeable with this operation as the incisions are made along the inner thigh from the knee up to the groin. In some cases if extra lift is needed the incision is carried along either the groin or the buttock fold. Again the excess skin and fat are removed, and the incision is stitched back together (using dissolvable sutures) giving an improved appearance to the thighs. This procedure can be combined with liposuction in selected cases to improve the results.

Arm Lift Examples - Before and After Photos