Upper Arm Rejuvenation Before & After Case 821

This 61 year old was referred to Dr. Parker from several other patients requesting improvement of the hanging skin on her arms. Following lap band surgery 2 years earlier, the patient had lost 75 pounds. She is 5’2″ tall and weighs 155 pounds. Dr. Parker performed a traditional brachioplasty, or full arm lift, because of the significant amount of skin laxity. The location of the incisions were carefully designed as well as carefully closed with several layers of dissolvable sutures to minimize visible scarring. Postoperatively, the patient experienced little pain. She is pleased with the significantly improved contour of her arms and the scars, which she says are acceptable to her as a trade off.