Arm & Thigh Lift
The arrival of summer in the Chicago area can bring a sense of dread along with it for people who are self-conscious about their arms and thighs. There's just no good solution — wear tank tops and shorts and feel uncomfortably exposed or wear long sleeves and pants and feel uncomfortably clothed.
If you're one of those whose collection of sleeveless tops, shorts and skirts has dwindled over the years, or if you still wear them but avoid mirrors between Memorial Day and Labor Day, an arm lift or thigh lift could be your answer.
These procedures usually involve both fat and skin excision. Each surgery must be a custom procedure, specially tailored to fit the patient. Click for a free consultation and come discuss the possibilities with Dr. Rios. Or call one of our convenient plastic surgery locations near Naperville:
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Arm and Thigh Lift in Joliet and Naperville
Arm lift, or brachioplasty, is a cosmetic surgery procedure that lifts and tightens unattractive, sagging skin from the upper arms. The surgeon removes excess fat, then tightens sagging skin and re-contours the arms. Upper arms look shapely again, and post-brachioplasty patients are encouraged to exercise to help keep their arms strong and attractive.
If you're considering an arm lift, you should know the procedure will leave a scar. For many who are bothered by flabby upper arms, a brachioplasty scar is a welcome replacement. Dr. Rios will discuss scarring and other arm lift considerations thoroughly with you when you schedule your free consultation.
Like an arm lift, a thigh lift tightens and re-contours upper thighs, typically by excising both fat and loose skin. A thigh lift also leaves a scar, some more easily concealed than others.
For some with flabby arms or thighs, the best choice is liposuction. For others, a procedure that lifts and re-shapes the area including the skin is a better choice. In some cases, liposuction and an arm or thigh lift can be combined. Good candidates for arm and/or thigh lifts are usually people who have lost significant amounts of weight, either on their own or through bariatric surgery, and older people who have lost skin and muscle tone due to the passing years.
Schedule a Free Arm Lift or Thigh Lift Consultation
When it comes to Joliet and Naperville plastic surgeons, we recognize you have a choice. Contact Dr. Rios to learn more about why you should choose him for your arm lift or thigh lift procedure in the greater Chicago metro area. Please send us an email or click to schedule your free consultation.