Arm lipo is an effective treatment if you’re unhappy with the appearance of your arms. Unfortunately, the upper arms are very prone to fat accumulation. Even if you are otherwise slim, you may find your arms are stubbornly large. That often happens if you lose weight. Your torso, legs, and stomach may look smaller, but your arms may still look big. That can be very discouraging for anyone who has tried very hard to slim down.
Women who are overweight but not obese may also find their arms are more prominent than they would like. Fat accumulates in different areas of the body, depending on your genetics. You may find that fat is stored in your arms more than in other areas. You may be slightly over your recommended BMI and have noticeable fat on your upper arms. Could you still be a good candidate for arm liposuction?
First Things First – What Makes a Good Arm Liposuction Candidate?
Good candidates for arm liposuction are at an appropriate weight for their height or relatively close to it. They have excess fat on their upper arms but also good skin elasticity. The skin needs to be capable of springing back into shape after removing the fat without sagging or wrinkling. Prospective patients should be in good overall health and be prepared to follow the surgeon’s advice. They must be willing to adhere to the surgeon’s instructions before and after surgery. They must also be willing and able to maintain a healthy lifestyle in the long term after the procedure. Furthermore, good candidates have realistic expectations of the surgery’s outcome.
Not Just an Underhang
Most cosmetic surgeons treating the arms with liposuction only treat the underhang, also known as the batwing. That isn’t the best approach to take since it only removes a small amount of fat. Patients feel disappointed frequently when they undergo this surgery and view the outcome. Their arms still look larger than they anticipated after the procedure.
The reason why this conservative approach is less than ideal is that fat usually accumulates all around the arm. A patient with an underhang typically has fat on the top and side of their arm as well. Therefore, only treating part of their arm doesn’t resolve their problem. Patients need a more comprehensive approach that removes fat all around the circumference of the arm. That will give them the complete slimming result they desire.
The Benefits of 360 Lipo for the Arms
360-degree liposuction is the ultimate solution for treating large arms. This procedure involves treatment of the entire circumference of the arm. The surgeon removes excess fat not only from the underhang but also from the side and top of the arm. They also treat the shoulder area. The surgeon removes as much fat as possible – often up to 90%. That is far more than is removed by other surgeons. The result is a beautifully toned and slim upper arm that delights the patient.
Dr. Su at ArtLipo is a pioneer of 360-degree lipo of the arms. As an expert in his field, he has developed the highly effective Celebrity Arms technique. As a result, he produces outcomes that are considerably more impressive than those produced by other surgeons. If you look at the before and after photos on our website, you’ll see his excellent outcomes.
Are My Arms Too Big for 360 Liposuction?
Not every patient can have 360-arm liposuction, but thanks to Dr. Su’s pioneering techniques, many more women can experience the benefits. Many surgeons say that removing a large amount of fat from the arms leaves loose skin. That just causes another problem to resolve. For this reason, they usually recommend a brachioplasty instead. However, that isn’t always necessary, as Dr. Su can demonstrate.
Dr. Su’s impressive Celebrity Arms technique helps women with excess fat all around their arms. As the technique removes 80-90% of the excess fat, it leaves patients with wonderfully toned, slim arms. So long as a patient has moderate to good skin elasticity, they see impressive results from this procedure. Even women with some loose skin on their arms can see excellent tightening when they undergo this procedure. As a result, many of Dr. Su’s patients avoid undergoing an arm lift, which is a far more invasive procedure.
Seeking Professional Advice
If you think you’re a good candidate for arm liposuction, seek help from Dr. Su and his Celebrity Arms technique. Many women who believe they need a brachioplasty discover that Dr. Su can treat them with liposuction. They can benefit from a far less invasive procedure with a shorter recovery time. Get in touch with the ArtLipo team today to learn more and to arrange an appointment with Dr. Su. He can tell you if you’re a good candidate for arm lipo at your consultation.
Dr. Thomas Su, is the owner and cosmetic surgeon of Artistic Lipo. He has led our full-time clinic specializing in awake-only liposuction since 2007. Dr. Su began his medical career in internal medicine, practicing that until 2005, when he began to provide a full spectrum of non-invasive cosmetic procedures.
