A 62-year-old woman accomplished an amazing 165-pound weight loss through diet, exercise, and duodenal switch surgery. However, this dramatic weight loss left her with loose, sagging skin and stubborn fat on her upper arms, extending from her armpits to elbows. She felt self-conscious, often covering up with long sleeves, even in hot weather, which became uncomfortable. Shopping for clothes was also a struggle because her arms didn’t fit standard sizes.
To regain firm, toned arms, she consulted Dr. Katzen, a leading expert in post-weight loss plastic surgery. He recommended brachioplasty (arm lift surgery) to tighten sagging skin and remove excess fat, along with upper arm liposuction to further refine the shape.
Her bilateral arm lift was a four-hour outpatient procedure performed under general anesthesia, requiring no drains. The results were transformative—her arms appeared significantly smaller, with no loose skin or excess fat, and her brachioplasty scars healed exceptionally well.
She returned to work in just one week and followed post-surgery care, wearing compression garments for six weeks to minimize swelling and enhance healing. To improve the appearance of her arm lift scars, she applied silicone scar cream and silicone strips, helping to reduce visibility over time.
Now, she confidently enjoys going to the beach and pool without needing long sleeves to hide her arms. She is beyond thrilled with her arm lift results and incredibly grateful to Dr. Katzen for helping her achieve slimmer, more sculpted arms.