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Upper Body Lift At a Glance
Cost
$6,500-$9,000
Anesthesia
GENERAL
In-Op Length
4-5 HOURS
Recovery
2-3 WEEKS
The upper body lift is a significant step in many people’s weight loss journey, especially if you’re left with stubborn fat and excess skin. By removing excess skin, patients will not be bothered by uncomfortable sagging and will be able to more efficiently meet their exercise goals.
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What is Upper Body Lift Surgery?
An upper body lift addresses the arms, upper back, bra area, and breasts with a combination of procedures that lift stretched tissue and remove excess skin for improved contours and upper body balance. The upper body lift can be performed alone, or combined with other contouring procedures like the lower body lift or tummy tuck for full-body transformation.
Who is a Good Candidate for Upper Body Lift Surgery?
Patients who experience pockets of stubborn fat and excess tissue in areas like the bra line and upper back as a result of dramatic weight loss or natural aging could utilize an upper body lift to retighten skin and tissue. The upper body lift is not meant to replace weight loss and should only be explored once a healthy weight has been reached and maintained for six months before the procedure.
Dr. Kayastha will recommend the best surgical technique for your goals, including options like breast lift, arm lift, and liposuction.
Customize Your Upper Body Lift Procedure
The upper body lift is a highly customizable procedure that may consist of an arm lift, breast lift, breast augmentation, male breast reduction, and liposuction depending on your individual goals. Dr. Kayastha can help you determine the right procedures for you.
Upper Body Lift
CUSTOMIZATION
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Arm Lift
An arm lift, or brachioplasty, improves the shape of the upper arm by reducing excess fat and lax skin while simultaneously tightening underlying tissues that define the shape of the upper arm.
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Breast Lift
A breast lift, or mastopexy, is intended to reshape and support the new breast contour by removing excess skin and tightening surrounding tissues.
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Breast Augmentation
Breast augmentation can add volume and shape to the breasts via implants. Breast augmentation can also be combined with a breast lift for comprehensive improvement.
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Male Breast Augmentation
Male breast reduction surgery may include excision or liposuction to diminish excess lax skin, stubborn fat, or apparent gynecomastia.
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Liposuction
Liposuction can remove unwanted fat deposits from various areas of the body to achieve a smoother body shape– especially when used alongside other procedures.
Upper Body Lift Results
Residual swelling may last for six months or more, but results will slowly become apparent as swelling subsides. Adopting and maintaining a healthy routine and active lifestyle following your upper body lift is essential for the longevity of your results.
Recovering from an Upper Body Lift
Though swelling will last six months, most patients can anticipate between two to three weeks of downtime. During this time, patients should avoid all heavy lifting and can manage their pain with recommendations provided by Dr. Kayastha. Compression garments will ensure proper healing and manage swelling– wear these and follow your aftercare instructions as directed for optimal results and efficient recovery.
Follow-up appointments with Dr. Kayastha will track the progress of your healing. After a few weeks, Dr. Kayastha will approve the return to your normal routine.
Alternatives to Upper Body Lift
The upper body lift is a comprehensive procedure that addresses multiple areas such as the arms, chest, upper back, and breasts all at once. It can create a more contoured look to the upper body with the benefits of a single procedure and a single downtime period.
Arm Lift
An arm lift can reshape the under portion of the upper arm, remove excess lax skin, and eliminate stubborn fat pockets.
Read MoreBreast Lift
A breast lift raises the breasts by removing excess skin and tightening surrounding tissue to reshape and support the new contour.
Read MoreLiposuction
Liposuction uses a thin cannula to suck out localized pockets of unwanted fat in a minimally invasive procedure.
Read MoreFrequently Asked Questions
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The best way to explore your options and get an accurate price estimate is to schedule a consultation with Dr. Kayastha. Fill our the form or give us a call at (518) 674-9060 to start your journey.
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