ARM LIFT ARIZONA

Often a consequence of significant weight loss, excess skin of the upper arms (triceps area), sometimes combined with resistant fat deposits, can be a vexing "left-over" of an otherwise smooth transformation in body mass reduction. Because the arms are more visible--and are often disproportionately large when compared to the torso, many women are quite self-conscious of this area. Also, without even seeing the rest of a person's body, if the arms seem to be 'too big,' the person may be automatically categorized as 'overweight.'

The arm lift seeks to reduce the width (circumference) of the upper arm. The scar is difficult to hide, but can be minimized, either by clever concealment along the lower inner groove of the arm or by using a 'short scar' technique, confining the scar within the natural creases of the underarms.

Recovery is usually quite rapid and discomfort minimal. The result is a pleasing, smooth-skinned arm that is seen as proportionate to the body. It is one of the most gratifying results in all of cosmetic body lift surgery.