Arm Contouring Overview

patient getting arm countouringWhen it comes to body sculpting, most people immediately think of the abdomen and love handles, maybe the thighs. However, the arms, especially the upper arms, often get saggy as we age, creating “batwings,” and for many people, the upper arm is an especially difficult area to lose weight in. There are solutions, however!

Upper arm skin can be tightened non-surgically with a variety of non-invasive skin tightening devices, such as Ultherapy or ThermiTight, and stubborn fat deposits in the upper arms can be reduced significantly through either liposuction or non-invasive fat reduction devices such as CoolSculpting.


If you are interested in regaining a youthful and healthy contour to your arms, don’t hesitate to contact the skilled, board-certified dermatologists at Cosmetic Laser Dermatology in San Diego. Our expert doctors have years of experience in both skin tightening and body contouring in all areas of the body. Cosmetic Laser Dermatology also offers the widest array of non-surgical skin tightening and body shaping devices on the West Coast, in addition to surgical liposuction. We have our own in-house operating room as well, meaning that we can perform liposuction on location and we can also administer anesthesia in order to make any procedure you have with us as comfortable as possible.

To schedule an arm contouring consultation with Cosmetic Laser Dermatology in San Diego, just contact us today. We will be happy to answer any questions you may have and to make an appointment at your earliest convenience. Our doctors (with the exception of Dr. Goldman) offer complimentary consultations to help you decide upon the best treatment course to address your concerns in the most satisfactory manner.

What to Expect

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“Batwing” arms, where the skin on the upper arm is lax and sagging, is a problem for many people, especially older women. It can also happen if a person has lost a lot of weight in a short period of time. When this happens, a person may not want to wear short sleeves or sleeveless tops and dresses and may feel the need to wear a cardigan at all times, even in warm weather. Bathing suits may also become a problem.

In the past, traditional surgery to cut off excess skin was the only option to reduce sagging skin on the upper arms. Nowadays, however, there are many non-invasive skin tightening procedures that can help to tighten skin that is mild to moderately lax. Severe laxity, unfortunately, may still need to be addressed with surgery for the best results.

Ultherapy

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Ultherapy is one such skin tightening device that can be used on the upper arms. Ultherapy uses ultrasound energy to penetrate deep into the dermis and stimulate collagen production as well as cause retraction of the skin. It is FDA approved for use on the face, neck, and chest, but here at Cosmetic Laser Dermatology in San Diego, we have used it successfully to treat sagging skin on the upper arms.

Liposculpture

For patients seeking more drastic fat reduction results, liposculpture in San Diego may be the best treatment. Our world-renowned dermatologists are experts in performing minimally invasive liposculpture, meaning we use cutting-edge technology to provide patients with a quick, easy procedure with minimal downtime.

If you’re not familiar with liposculpture, the main difference between this and liposuction is the type of tool used to complete the procedure. Liposculpture uses a very thin cannula, which allows the doctor to remove fat and sculpt the area being treated for a very natural appearance.

ThermiTight

ThermiTight is a popular and effective device that can both reduce unwanted fat bulges and tighten the skin on the upper arms. ThermiTight is minimally invasive in that it uses a small probe inserted underneath the skin to channel radiofrequency energy to precisely targeted areas; however, it is very effective and patient satisfaction is very high with this device.

CoolSculpting

CoolSculpting is a revolutionary device which uses proprietary cryolipolysis technology to “freeze” and destroy fat cells. CoolSculpting can be very effective on the arms in the right candidate. Call us today in San Diego to learn about all of the non-surgical fat reduction devices we have available!

Photos

Fraxel and Radiesse to rejuvenate upper arm by Dr. Butterwick. Disclaimer: Results may vary from patient to patient. Results are not guaranteed. Fraxel and Radiesse to Rejuvenate Upper Arm by Dr. Butterwick
Fraxel and Radiesse to rejuvenate upper arm by Dr. Butterwick. Disclaimer: Results may vary from patient to patient. Results are not guaranteed. Fraxel and Radiesse to Rejuvenate Upper Arm by Dr. Butterwick
Liposuction to remove fat and contour the upper arm of a female patient by Dr. Goldman. Disclaimer: Results may vary from patient to patient. Results are not guaranteed. Liposuction to Contour Upper Arm by Dr. Goldman
Liposculpture to reduce arm fat by Dr. Fabi. Disclaimer: Results may vary from patient to patient. Results are not guaranteed. Liposculpture to reduce fat in the upper arm by Dr. Fabi
Actual un-retouched patient before and after ThermiTight treatment to tighten crepey arm skin by Dr. Fabi. Disclaimer: Results may vary from patient to patient. Results are not guaranteed. Before and after ThermiTight to tighten crepey skin on the upper arm by Dr. Fabi
Actual un-retouched patient before and after liposculpture to contour the upper arms by Dr. Goldman. Disclaimer: Results may vary from patient to patient. Results are not guaranteed. Before and after liposculpture to contour the upper arms by Dr. Goldman
Actual un-retouched patient before and after liposculpture to contour upper arms by Dr. Fabi. Disclaimer: Results may vary from patient to patient. Results are not guaranteed. Before and after liposculpture to contour upper arms by Dr. Fabi
Actual un-retouched patient before and after Coolsculpting to contour the upper arms by Dr. Goldman. Disclaimer: Results may vary from patient to patient. Results are not guaranteed. Before and after CoolSculpting to contour the upper arms by Dr. Goldman
Actual un-retouched patient before and after liposuction treatment to sculpt the upper arms by Dr. Goldman. Disclaimer: Results may vary from patient to patient. Results are not guaranteed. Before and after liposuction to sculpt the upper arms by Dr. Goldman

Videos

ThermiTight for Arm Contouring and Skin Tightening (2:48)
Sculpted Arms with Dr. Groff (5:02)
Radiesse Improves Inner Arm Crepiness (0:50)
Body Sculpting Procedures

Alternatives

Liposculpture to reduce upper arm fat by Dr. Fabi. After procedure, patient's arm is more slender and better contoured.

If rather than loose skin, your problem is excess subcutaneous fat in the upper arms, then liposuction or a non-surgical fat reduction option may be right for you. Fat in the upper arms can be quite difficult to get rid of, especially if you are genetically predisposed to gain weight in that area. However, liposuction and other fat reduction devices can help you to achieve the arm contour you want.

Liposculpture

Liposuction, or liposculpture as it is also known, is a minimally invasive procedure in which fat cells are manually extracted from the body using a small cannula. Liposuction has been performed for decades and is very safe. It is the most effective way to reduce unwanted subcutaneous fat and achieve a better body contour. Liposuction does have a longer recovery period than non-surgical means, but it will deliver the most dramatic results by far.

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