Brachioplasty

People seeking Brachioplasty are affected by sagging skin on the underside of the upper arm, noticeable when the arm is outstretched. Sagging skin in this area (often referred to as ‘bingo wings’) can be due to the effects from ageing or from significant weight loss, and can sometimes be accompanied with extra fatty tissue.

As we get older the skin loses strength in its structure as collagen and elastin is naturally lost, resulting in the skin’s ability to remain firm and tight, and hold its original form.

Weight gain can also be an effect of the ageing process as we can often slow down as we get older. However, if someone has lost a significant amount of weight or has slimmed down after a prolonged overweight period then sagging skin can often be a result. The overstretched skin has caused the breakdown of tissue integrity, affecting the skin’s ability to naturally retract.

Although Brachioplasty is not a solution for weight loss, it is not unusual for this procedure to be accompanied by Liposculpture, producing maximum results for someone who is close to their ideal weight.

Through a pre-operative consultation, Mr. Marando will determine the most effective technique to use for your operation. He will assess your circumstances regarding your personal concerns and your intended end results, as well as addressing your medical history and overall health.

This procedure may require you to spend 1 or 2 nights in hospital, under careful monitoring and observation. When you go home you will be given a suitable course of pain relief and a considerate aftercare plan. It may be necessary for you to wear elastic support bands to aid healing and the skin’s adjustment to its new positioning.

A period of up to 2 weeks will need low level activities to be undertaken, with time off work and driving required. Sports and going to the gym should see a break of around 6 weeks, and only be resumed when your body feels comfortable to do so.

After your treatment Mr. Marando will arrange follow-up appointments in which he will assess and monitor your healing and recovery from the procedure. He can observe how the results are progressing and be available to answer any questions and address any concerns you may have.

The full results from this treatment will progress over 3 – 6 months, when any scarring will settle and start to fade and you may notice and smoother more slender appearance to the arm.

Maintaining a healthy weight and lifestyle will help to ensure the results remain long-term, and although the effects from the ageing process will continue you will have reduced it significantly.