* Billing is according to GOÄ
Sagging skin on the upper arm is often a product of time – as you age, your skin loses elasticity, including on the arms. Sometimes, however, it can also be due to weight loss, where the skin has not had time to retract and now no longer has any tension. Genetic predispositions also have an influence. These changes can cause some people to feel uncomfortable or avoid clothing that emphasizes the upper arms.
Tightening the upper arms at Aesthetify is particularly useful if you are bothered by excess skin that cannot be improved through exercise or a healthy diet. The treatment is suitable for people who suffer from age-related loss of elasticity or people who want to reach the final part of their goal after a major weight loss. It is important that you are healthy and have no serious illnesses that could affect the healing process.
The Aesthetify team will always take the time to analyze your personal situation. A detailed consultation is the first step to ensure that you can make the best decision for you.
If you would like to have your upper arms tightened, the classic arm lift is a tried and tested method that effectively removes excess skin and fatty tissue. You will first make an appointment for a consultation, during which you will express your wishes and all your questions about the treatment will be clarified. Your doctor will discuss the course of the operation and important information on wound healing with you in detail.
On the day of your arm lift, you will come to our clinic. The procedure takes about one to two hours and is performed under general anesthesia or twilight sleep so that you don’t notice anything of the operation and wake up with shapely arms. At Aesthetify, the doctors attach great importance to making the treatment as gentle as possible. We use modern techniques to minimize risks and promote rapid healing. Depending on your individual progress, you can either go home the same day or stay with us overnight for monitoring.
Swelling and hematomas may occur after the operation. You will receive compression sleeves from us, which you should wear for three to six weeks depending on the extent of the procedure. These help to reduce swelling and distribute the tissue evenly to achieve well-formed proportions. You should also avoid sport and heavy lifting for around six weeks.
Which cutting techniques are used?
The choice of incision is very important when tightening the upper arms in order to give you an aesthetic result that you are happy with. Our experienced team ensures that the incisions are made in inconspicuous places, usually in the armpit, sometimes as a fine line up to the elbow, so that hardly any visible scars remain. We decide this individually before your procedure, based on your anatomical circumstances.
While scars are an unavoidable part of the procedure to tighten your upper arms, they fade over time and are usually barely noticeable. The Aesthetify team does everything possible to minimize scarring. This includes precise suturing techniques and the recommendation of aftercare products that promote wound healing. Of course, we are also at your side after the procedure to ensure that scar care is carried out optimally. Please feel free to arrange a consultation and let us inform you without obligation.
/
The result of the procedure is permanent as our team removes the excess tissue. However, significant weight gain can affect the result. We therefore recommend that you keep your weight as constant as possible.
/
As with any operation, there are certain risks associated with an upper arm lift. However, these are rare and can be minimized by an experienced team and careful aftercare. Possible risks include wound infections, larger hematomas, wound healing disorders and reactions to anesthesia. If you have any questions about scar care or if you experience any problems, please do not hesitate to contact us at any time.
/
As a rule, you can return to work after about a week. However, if you have a physically demanding job, you should plan to take a longer break so that your upper arms have enough time to heal after the tightening.
/
The procedure is performed under general anesthesia, which is why you will not feel any pain during the procedure. Mild to moderate pain may occur after the upper arm lift, but this is usually bearable and can be alleviated with painkillers if necessary. A feeling of tightness may also occur in the days following the procedure, but this will subside during the healing process. Within five to eight weeks, you will be able to resume your usual activities without pain. The Aesthetify team is on hand to support you throughout the healing phase.
/
Before you have your upper arms tightened by us, you should consider the following:
We will go through these points with you again during the preparation phase to ensure that you are as well prepared as possible to have your upper arms tightened so that nothing stands in the way of your dream arms.
/
In some cases, it is necessary to stay in the clinic overnight after the upper arm lift. This depends on the extent of the procedure. In the case of a minor arm lift, the procedure can be performed on an outpatient basis so that you can go home the same day.
For the best possible healing, we will provide you with special compression sleeves that you should wear for a period of three to six weeks. These must be worn both during the day and at night to minimize swelling and support healing. To further promote wound healing, it is important to regularly cool the operated areas with cooling pads. This can reduce swelling and possible pain.
You should not expose the affected areas to direct sunlight for the first six months. Be sure to use a sunscreen with a sun protection factor of 50 or higher to protect the scars from darkening. Follow-up appointments at our clinic are an integral part of aftercare. We check the healing process and are available to answer any questions you may have. In this way, we can ensure that you are completely satisfied with the result.
1.
Most patients are able to resume their daily routine after about a week. However, it takes several months for the scars and tissue to heal completely. During this time, it is important to follow the aftercare recommendations closely to reduce scarring and get the firm upper arms you have always wanted.
2.
After tightening the upper arms, you should avoid sport for the first six weeks, especially activities that put strain on the arms. Light exercise such as walking is often possible after just a few days and promotes blood circulation. Your attending physician will advise you individually as to when you can start exercising again.
3.
Do scars occur when tightening the upper arms?
As excess skin is surgically removed during an upper arm lift, scars occur, but these are kept to a minimum thanks to prior planning and the finest instruments. The incision is made in such a way that the scars remain largely inconspicuous, often on the inside of the upper arm. With the right care and aftercare, these can fade significantly over time and become less visible. The Aesthetify team will provide you with comprehensive support to ensure that the healing process goes well.
4.
The final result after tightening the upper arms is usually visible after around three to six months. A clear improvement can be seen immediately after the operation, although the arms are initially swollen. As soon as the swelling has subsided and healing is complete, you can enjoy the final, tightened result.
5.
In general, the procedure to tighten the upper arms is feasible for anyone who is unhappy with their arms. However, as with all treatments, a good general state of health is required. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should not undergo such a procedure. You should also have a stable weight, and any recent significant weight loss or planned weight loss must be taken into account. We will also check the elasticity of the skin to ensure that it will adhere well after the procedure.
Schadowplatz 13,
40212 Düsseldorf
Kurfürstendamm 12,
10719 Berlin
Ludwigstraße 15,
45739 Oer-Erkenschwick
Münsterplatz 7,
78462 Konstanz
