Brachioplasty

Brachioplasty is the specific medical term used for removing the excess skin from under a patient's arms. This procedure is used most commonly by those who have achieved a great amount of weight loss, resulting a displeasing loose skin. It is also performed cosmetically for patients whose arms are naturally disproportionate to the rest of their body. Generally a 'T' Shaped incision is made starting in the underarm and running down to the elbow of the patient, but can sometimes be a simple line in the underarm if a patient has a lesser amount of excess skin to be removed. This procedure is also often combine with liposuction to remove surplus fat in the arm. If this is done, the patient may need to spend recovery time in the hospital.