Arm Liposuction
Liposuction of the arms usually leads to very gratifying results.
The arms are one of the areas less commonly treated by liposuction, probably because fewer people tend to collect fatty deposits in this area compared to other body areas. However, some people do develop fatty, often downward bulging upper arms, or flabby arms.
 
Photos courtesy of Dr Cheski, Los Angeles, California
Doctors generally use a "pinch test" to determine who is a good candidate for this procedure. If there is moderate thickness to the arm upon pinch, liposuction treatment may be suitable for you.
Liposuction of the arms is usually very well tolerated and easily performed with just local anaesthesia. The excess fat is removed through several tiny incisions in the armpit and by the elbow.
This is accomplished with different sized hollow tubes called cannulas. The opposite end of the cannula is attached to a machine that creates a strong vacuum. The doctor manipulates the cannula within the fat layers under the skin, breaking up the fat and suctioning it out. Each area to be suctioned needs to be approached from two different directions. The process of removing the excess fat actually encourages the skin to shrink to a significant extent.
Usually liposuction of the arms takes about 1-2 hours, and is performed on an out-patient basis. Following the procedure, a special compression garment is worn over the arms to control swelling and to help your skin shrink and heal to fit your new contour.
Your arms may be stiff and sore for a few days, and you may experience some pain, burning, swelling, bleeding or temporary numbness. If necessary, your doctor will prescribe medication to relieve this initial discomfort.
Most of the bruising and swelling should subside within three weeks. The compression bands must be worn for several weeks
to hold your arms in their new shape until the tissues have adjusted.
Average Cost: $3000-$4000
See Liposuction/Liposculpture
Please ask your doctor for further information.
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