Arm Liposuction

Arm Liposuction

As we age or lose weight, we may find certain pockets of fat are harder to remove than others through exercise and diet alone, and this is especially true of the pockets of fat that form on the upper arm. As long as there is not an excess of saggy skin, our surgeons may recommend the use of liposuction to remove those stubborn areas of fat and to improve the overall contour of the arms.

The procedure

With liposuction for the arms, our surgeons may recommend either traditional liposuction or Vaser liposuction. Traditional liposuction uses a tubular device known as a cannula which is inserted into the fatty levels of the skin and then with the use of a strong vaccum the fat is then extracted. Vaser liposuction is similar to traditional liposuction except that it first uses ultra sonic waves to breakdown any fat cells before they are extracted. Of the two procedures, vaser liposuction has less downtime involved when it comes to healing.

Pre-operation procedure

• Registration and admission to hospital
• Blood tests (hemoglobin levels and STDs)
• Same day operation

Post-operation

• Over night hospital stay
• 24/7 care
• Multiple post-op checks

Who is the procedure for?

This procedure is especially for anyone who has a build up of fat in the upper arm and is finding it hard to get rid of it through exercise and diet alone. It is important to remember that although liposuction will help tighten some of the skin, it may not do so in more extreme cases. In such cases, an arm lift may be necessary.

Post-op Care

• The corset you have been provided with should be worn for at least a month.
• Make sure that your corset is on correctly and comfortable while you are wearing it. It should not crease up.
• Any corset worn should be washed every 3 days. You may remove the corset for 2-3 hours in order to wash it, but it should be worn again as soon as possible.
• It is normal to experience seeping from the wound. It is no cause for concern.
• You should not attempt to remove any stitches. They will dissolve by themselves in time.
• If there is no drainage put in place, you may take a shower 2 days after the procedure.
• If you have drainage in place you may only take a shower 24 hours after it has been removed.
• The operation area should be lightly patted dry with a clean towel after you have taken a shower.
• After a period of 2 weeks has passed you should conduct a lymphatic massage on the affected area. This will accelerate both the recovery time and improve the shape of the body.
• Swelling post-op may continue up to 6 months after the procedure and the results of the procedure may not become evident until that time.
• You may start walking at a brisk pace 3 weeks after the procedure has taken place. However, if you experience any pain the activity should be discontinued immediately.
• You can start doing heavier sports 6 weeks after the procedure has taken place.

Book a free consultation with one of our expert advisors at Ames today, in order to assess your BMI so that we make sure that the procedure is appropriate for you. As there are medical and physical limitations as to how much fat can be safely removed, the procedure may not be suitable for those who are overweight. The procedure itself is best suited for body sculpting as opposed to weight loss.

Why choose Ames?

Our patients needs are at the heart of Ames and we strive to ensure that they get the best possible care from the moment they make an enquiry to the moment they walk out of the hospital. As Turkey, Istanbul ranks the 3rd most popular place in the world for cosmetic surgery with an average of 1 million visitors each year, you will find that both our consultants and medical staff are more than qualified and experienced to attend to all your cosmetic needs. For Ames, it is of the uptmost importance that you walk out of our hospital with the look that you both want and deserve. The Operating rooms at Ames are fitted with the latest state-of-the-art medical appliances to ensure that you get the best possible results as well as with ultraviolet lighting to ensure that your operation takes place in the most hygenic of environments. For patients visiting from outside of Turkey, we provide a hotel room in the heart of Istanbul on the European side as well as a VIP pick up service from the airport to the hotel and between the hotel and hospital. Here are some other reasons why you should come to us for your surgery:

• • Ames is a well established dedicated cosmetic surgery (we are not an agency or clinic).
• • Our surgeons, nurses and other medical staff have many years experience in the field of plastic surgery.
• • We are rated as one of Istanbul’s top plastic surgeries.
• • As we are a boutique hospital and have limited surgeries each day, we are able to provide better quality care and post-op check ups.
• • The same surgeon that carries out your operation will also oversee your post-op check ups.
• • The majority of our patients have been recommended to come to us by previous patients which illustrates the outstanding quality of care we give.
• • Our patient coordinators are all proficient English speakers and will be here to assist you from the moment you make an inquiry to the duration of your stay with us and even when you are back home to make sure you are recovering the way you should be.
• • For cosmetic procedures that require surgery, you will be given all the necessary garments and medication (antibiotics and painkillers), to make sure you get a good start on your road to recovery.
• • We use the latest technology and techniques.
• • We offer the best affordable prices for an outstanding quality service.

We also provide all of the following free of charge when you choose to come to Ames:

• • A VIP chauffeur to pick you up from the airport when you arrive and to bring you back when it is time for you to depart.
• • Hotel accomodation with free breakfast. You may also bring one companion with you and they too will get free breakfast.
• • Transport to bring you between the hotel and surgery on the day of your operation and every subsequent post-op check up.
• • Pre-op consultation and post-op check ups at no extra charge.
• • Corsets and stockings that should be worn post-op to help you heal.
• • All of the medication you will need to get you on your journey to recovery post-op
• • And of course, I am at the surgery to help you with all your pre-op and post-op needs and to make sure that your stay is as comfortable as possible.

People who get liposuction with us often have some of the following procedures done too:

• • Face Lift
For many, the face is one of the first areas where they begin to notice the effects of ageing. From wrinkles around the eyes and on the forehead to sagging skin, a face lift can address most of these concerns. By making incisions in strategic places and getting rid of excess skin, our surgeon can help recontour and redifine your face giving it a more youthful appearance.
• • Upper and Lower Eye Lift (Upper and Lower Blepharoplasty)
As we age, the tissues around our eyes stretch and as a result the muscles holding them together weaken. Blepharoplasty removes the excess skin that has formed as a result of this process making your eyes look fresher and more youthful.
• • Breast Reduction (Reduction Mammaplasty)
Although there are many women looking to make their breasts larger, there are an equal number of women looking to have their breasts reduced as the extra weight can be a burden physically or they are just simply uncomfortable having such large breasts. During a breast reduction operation excess skin and breast tissue is removed and the remaining breast tissue is used to form the shape of the breast.
• • Breast Implants
Not all of us are endowed with large breasts and for some of us this can lead to low self esteem and confidence. Having an implant is one way you can increase the size of your breasts. At Ames, we use implants in a variety of cups manufactured by Motiva, Mentor as well as polytech.
• • Tummy tuck (Abdominoplasty)
Some of us are left with an excess of skin around our tummy area after losing a lot of weight or giving birth. As this skin cannot be lost through exercise or diet alone, a ‘tummy tuck’ can be used to surgically remove the excess skin to give your tummy a thinner more defined look. It is important to remember that a tummy tuck is not a weight loss procedure and may not be a suitable procedure for everyone.
• • BBL (Brazilian Butt Lift)
For those with less volumptous backsides and even those who just wish to make their backside more rounded and curvaceous , a BBL might just be for you. By extracting fat from other parts of your body using traditional liposuction methods, our surgeons will be able to add this fat back to your buttocks and add more shape and volume.