arm sugery?

Hello, i would like to know a little about plastic surgery for your arms. I have lots af loose skin on my arms and maybe need of some lipo on my arm. I guess my question is what type of sugery is done and is there a long recovery process and also a roun about price thanks!

[Howard Rosenberg, MD]

I have answered this question in a previous inquiry.  Often, just lipousction of the inner arms can be very successful, unless there is significant excess skin or loss of skin elasticity.  If this is the case, then removal of both fat and skin via a linear incision along the inside of the arm may be required.  A local plastic surgeon can advise you on which is the best technique for you.  Recovery time will depend on the method used (the excision of skin requiring one to two weeks for full healing, while the liposuction disability period may be only three for four days).  Full healing and final results will take at least three or four months.

Charges for each procedure vary regionally and you will have to call around or be seen in consultation to get a firm cost.