Arm Lift Surgery Risks and Safety |Beverly Hills Plastic Surgery

By Gary Motykie, MD

Arm Lift Surgery Risks and Safety |Beverly Hills Plastic Surgery Upper arm lift surgery may be performed using different techniques, depending on the extent of fat tissue and skin removal involved. In any case, arm lift surgery remains the gold standard for arm rejuvenation and is usually performed without involving any significant complications.

An experienced and prudent surgeon will be able to minimize the risks in arm lift by tailoring the procedure to suit the unique needs of the patient.

However, certain risks are unavoidable in any surgical procedure. During the pre-operative consultation, the surgeon will discuss these potential risks and complications to help the patient make a well-considered decision. Patients in Beverly Hills, West Hollywood, Los Angeles, and surrounding locations have an opportunity to receive arm lift surgery from experienced cosmetic surgeon Dr. Gary Motykie.

Potential Complications

Some of the potential problems that are associated with any major surgical procedure, including arm lift surgery include:

Poor reaction to anesthesia
Seroma or hematoma, which is an accumulation of fluid or blood beneath the skin that may need to be removed
Infection and bleeding
Extended period of numbness in the incision areas or altered sensation
Allergic reaction
Unfavorable scarring
Damage to underlying structures
Unsatisfactory cosmetic outcome, necessitating a revision surgery

The surgeon will give appropriate post-surgical care instructions and guide the patient about how to look for any signs of abnormality. The patient should seek prompt medical attention or get in touch with the surgeon’s office if they experience any serious or persistent concerns during recovery.

Risk Reduction

Patients should be aware that most of the potential complications are infrequent in case of arm lift cosmetic surgery, and severe complications are particularly rare. However, it is still vital to take steps to minimize the risks and diligently follow the advice of the surgeon, both before and after the arm lift procedure.

To begin with, the patient should select a board certified and experienced plastic surgeon. These surgeons will assess the patient’s medical condition and past health records to identify potential risk factors. A customized surgical plan will be formulated on that basis to minimize risk.

The patient should be upfront with the surgeon during the initial consultation about disclosing their health issues, lifestyle problems such as smoking, and inform about all the prescription and non-prescription drugs that they may be currently using. They should also be prepared to following the surgeon’s preparatory and post-op guidelines for safety.

Temporary Side Effects

Short-term side effects of arm lift surgery commonly include:

Mild pain and discomfort
Swelling
Bruising
Bleeding
Feeling of tightness in incision areas
Numbness or tingling sensation

These symptoms will usually dissipate in a few days without requiring any specific treatment.

Mitigating Side Effects

The surgeon may prescribe pain medications for a few days and advise the patient to take adequate rest. Proper use of compression bandages will also help. Judicious and accomplished cosmetic surgeon Dr. Motykie receives patients from Beverly Hills, West Hollywood, Los Angeles, and other cities in this part of The Golden State for arm lift surgery.

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