brachioplasty
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A brachioplasty, from Ancient Greek βραχίων (), meaning "arm", and πλαστός (), meaning "moulded", commonly called an arm lift, is a surgical procedure to reshape and provide improved contour to the upper arms and connecting area of chest wall. Although "brachioplasty" is commonly used to describe a specific procedure for the upper arms, the term can also be used to describe any surgical arm contouring. Brachioplasty is often used to address issues such as excessive loose skin or excessive fat in the arms when it does not respond well to diet and exercise.
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Encyclopedic overview
12 sectionsContents
- Brachioplasty techniques
- Liposuction of the arms
- Hidden/minimal incision brachioplasty
- Traditional brachioplasty
- Extended brachioplasty
- Fish-incision brachioplasty
- Non-excisional brachioplasty
- Superficial fascial system suspension
- Use of molds
- Non-surgical options
- Complications
- References
A brachioplasty, from Ancient Greek βραχίων (), meaning "arm", and πλαστός (), meaning "moulded", commonly called an arm lift, is a surgical procedure to reshape and provide improved contour to the upper arms and connecting area of chest wall. Although "brachioplasty" is commonly used to describe a specific procedure for the upper arms, the term can also be used to describe any surgical arm contouring. Brachioplasty is often used to address issues such as excessive loose skin or excessive fat in the arms when it does not respond well to diet and exercise.
==Brachioplasty techniques==
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