Loosening and sagging may occur in the upper arm over time due to reasons such as aging, sudden weight changes and genetic predisposition. The “bat wing” appearance, which occurs especially after excessive weight loss, can cause the person both aesthetic discomfort and difficulty in choosing clothes. While sports or energy-based methods provide limited benefit for this problem, the most effective method for the permanent solution to excess skin and fat accumulation is arm lift surgery.
In arm lift surgery, excess skin and fat tissue between the armpit and elbow is removed. In cases where skin elasticity decreases, a smoother contour is obtained by applying it together with liposuction. This procedure can be combined with tummy tuck, leg lift or breast lift surgeries for body shaping purposes. The surgery takes approximately 1–3 hours under general or local anesthesia, and after the procedure, the patient is discharged on the same day or stays in the hospital for 1 day.
The healing process is usually quick. It is recommended to use bandages and special arm corsets in the first days. Aesthetic stitches are absorbed by the body over time, and the scars left on the inside of the arm are generally not noticeable when viewed from the outside. The patient can return to daily life within a few days, but exercises that will strain the arm muscles should be avoided for a while.
Arm lift surgery improves the appearance of the upper body, providing the person with a more proportionate and tighter body profile. The patient feels more self-confident and can wear his clothes easily. Maintaining weight and exercising regularly are important for the permanence of results.
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