Possible Complications with Arm Lift (Brachioplasty)
 The most common complication is a collection of blood or serum (seromas) under the skin of the upper arm. A suction drain may be placed inside during your procedure and left for a day postoperative. Its removal is painless.
Infection and incision healing problems, including loss of skin and excessive scarring, occurs less frequently. As with any surgical procedure, small nerves to the skin are interrupted during an Arm Lift. Portions of your arm will feel numb or have less feeling. Sensibility returns over several months but some diminished feeling may last indefinitely.
Following an Arm Lift you can expect a scar on the inside of the upper arm from above the elbow to the under arm. If there is a small amount of skin to be removed, the incision might be localized just under the arm. In some individuals, a different type or location of scar may be necessary because of particular body variations. If this is so in your case, your surgeon will inform you at the time of your consultation. Your scars will be red or pink for six months and gradually fade thereafter. The scars are rarely troublesome. Nevertheless, you should know that all scars are permanent and their height, width, and final color are not totally predictable.
Like any surgical procedure, complications are possible. It is important to enter into your procedure aware not only of the benefits, but also of the possible complications. Talk to your surgeon about every question and concern you may have.
Take the next step: request your certificate for a Free Arm Lift Consultation now and call us at (954) 565-7575 or toll-free at (800) 274-LIPO today to schedule your appointment at the South Florida Center for Cosmetic Surgery with locations in Miami and Fort Lauderdale
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