Flabby Arms – Plastic Surgery Solutions for Flabby Arms

Flabby arms is a common complaint of patients in Gainesville. The most common cause of flabby arms is fat that accumulates due to weight gain. Some people, no matter how much they diet and exercise, tend to hold onto fat in their arms. For these people, plastic surgery can be of great benefit.

Another cause of flabby arms is extra skin. This is especially common in people who have gained and eventually lost a significant amount of weight. As we diet and exercise, or lose weight from bariatric surgery, our fat cells shrink down but often our skin does not. As a result, many people find that although they have a new, slimmer figure, flabby arms still remain.

Another cause is a combination of extra fat and extra skin that happens over time. As we age, our bodies can start to accumulate fat in our arms. This can be made worse with the skin in our arms becoming loose as we get older. The result is flabby arms that sag when lifted.

What Can Be Done to Correct Flabby Arms?

For patients that have extra skin in their arms, Dr. Allison can tighten the skin of the arms with a brachioplasty  – arm lift procedure. Arm lift surgery at David W. Allison, MD is tailored to each patient and their individual problem areas.  Techniques include:

• Upper Arm Lift
• Mini Arm Lift
• Standard Arm Lift
• Extended Brachioplasty

Who is a Good Candidate for Arm Lift Surgery?

Patients may be well-suited for brachioplasty if they meet the following guidelines: 

• Have flabby, drooping upper arms due to weight loss or the natural aging process
• Are at a stable weight
• Are unable to achieve your ideal arms through diet and exercise alone
• Have skin that features good elasticity
• Are in good general health

If you’re self-conscious about flabby arms, plastic surgery may be right for you. During arm lift in Gainesville, Dr. Allison can tighten flab and trim away excess skin – resulting in toned and slender arms you will want to show off.

To schedule a consultation for an arm lift with Dr. Allison, contact David W. Allison, MD at 703-754-8228 or website.