Arm Lift Las Vegas by Michael C. Edwards, MD, FACS

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Brachioplasty (Arm Lift) Las Vegas, NV | Michael C. Edwards, MD, FACS

What is an Arm Lift?

An arm lift, medically known as brachioplasty, is a surgical procedure designed to address loose skin and fat in the upper arm region. Patients experiencing excess skin from aging or significant weight loss can benefit from this transformative body contouring technique. The procedure removes hanging skin from the elbow to the upper arm, effectively eliminating "bat wings" and creating a more toned, refined arm appearance.

Candidates for Arm Lift Surgery

Ideal candidates for an arm lift include individuals who:

Have excess, sagging skin in the upper arm area
Are at or near their target body weight
Maintain good overall health
Have realistic expectations about surgical outcomes

Surgical Technique

Arm lift surgery is typically performed under general anesthesia as an outpatient procedure. The surgical approach involves:

Carefully placed incisions from elbow to armpit
Surgical removal of excess skin and fat
Potential liposuction to remove stubborn fat deposits
Skin tightening and strategic suturing

Recovery and Aftercare

Patients can expect a recovery period of approximately two weeks. Critical recovery guidelines include:

Wearing compression garments as directed
Limiting strenuous activities for one month
Attending follow-up appointments for suture removal
Maintaining proper wound care and hygiene

Potential Combination Procedures

Arm lift surgery can be combined with other body contouring procedures such as liposuction, breast lift, or tummy tuck. During the initial consultation, Dr. Michael C. Edwards can develop a customized treatment plan tailored to individual aesthetic goals.

Frequently Asked Questions

Patients often inquire about scarring, results, and alternative treatments. While arm lift surgery does create some scarring, the skilled plastic surgery team at Plastic Surgery Vegas takes great care to minimize visible marks and ensure optimal healing.

For more information about Arm Lift in Las Vegas, NV, submit an enquiry to Michael C. Edwards, MD, FACS.

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Reviews (5)

kim Ponio

October 7, 2024

Dr. Edwards is a highly skilled professional in his field. After years of implant problems and 4 surgeries (not by Dr.Edwards)I went to him for help. He was kind, compassionate extremely knowledgeable and so very patient. He spent an hour with me reviewing and discussing options. I chose to have my implants removed and he was understanding and nonjudgmental. My surgery was a breeze. He followed up continually to ensure I was healthy and pleased with the results. I would highly recommend him for breast augmentation or removal. You will not find a finer physician in Las Vegas that cares about you and his performance. I know this because I went to three other surgeons in Las Vegas before making my decision. Thank you so very much Dr. Edwards and your fine team at the surgery center and the office.

Kayde “KD” Shores

August 18, 2024

Dr Edwards’s left me with a deformed breasts that has a visible “bubble” even through my clothes! And the implant is lying flat against my chest and I believe it has flipped over as you can see the fill “hole” which I believe is for inflating the implant. This “bubble” is so noticeable that I can’t wear anything fitted I went to Dr Edwards’s because I heard he was good with patients with a condition called “Capsular Contracture”. It’s where scar tissue builds up around the implant. When I met Dr Edwards’s he claimed he had only one patient have the condition reoccur. That sounded promising so I scheduled the surgery. However, the condition did reoccur but there are other bigger problems now! Prior to my surgery with Dr Edwards’s he never addressed another important issue I had with an area of a thin tissue area until the day of surgery. This area is right above my right breast which now shows the “bubble” which is the fill “hole of the implant. By placing an extra layer of Strattus (tissue) to cover this area where the Implant is now Exposed would’ve solved this problem! Edwards later “admitted he should have placed” this crucial piece of tissue! Dr Edwards’s Failed to do his job, but still wanted me to have another surgery! My right chest has a visible “bubble” But, to make matters worse, if I have another surgery to correct this, I could lose both nipples!! A few years earlier (when the surgery was done) my husband and I went to talk with Dr Edwards to discuss options with him but he was so volatile from the beginning! He was shouting at us and I didn’t know why? Even his nurse was very aggressive and shouting more than the doctor! Then Dr Edwards accused us of asking for “Free Surgery” all the while Raising his Voice and screaming ~ Now I understood the reason behind his actions! We never asked him anything regarding money or fees once during our visit! That has to be what he was concerned with! We were so Shocked by this ~ All We Could do was Walk out as we didn’t know what else to do! ~ I have read reviews from other patients ~ they said similar things: “You have a disrespectful MA who says things that are inappropriate” “That the MA “Bullies the Patients” Another patient “Chris” “She ended up having to paying for another surgeon to completely remove and replace what you refused to admit your mistakes were” And that Her “Implants flipped Over” and “The “Stitching came out” “She pleaded and Cried in Horrible Pain while in your office but it fell on deaf ears” as “You chose to not hear her then you Turned and walked out - never to Return” Dr Edwards is not a Capable Plastic Surgeon for any complicated breast surgeries!! I am Proof of that! The only types of surgery he is capable of performing is in the simplest first time Breast Implants maybe a second time breast implant exchange! If the surgery is at all complicated, like mine was, he’s just not qualified! Even though he assured me he was! If you have a difficult third, fourth or reconstructive surgery then I would not recommend Dr Edwards for your breasts! He just doesn’t have the extended education or knowledge to perform any type of complicated procedures. Nor does he have the talent regardless of how many years he claims he’s been in the Air Force, Board Certified Plastic That doesn’t make Dr Edwards’s a better or even a good Plastic Surgeon! Anything he wrote below is just nonsense! Almost any doctor/surgeon can remove old implants, scrape out old scar tissue and replace them with new implants that’s just plastic surgery 101. Dr Edwards’s is definitely not an ideal or good option! I uploaded my pictures here on Google but they removed them. I would recommend going out of town, maybe California or Florida. Las Vegas is fairly limited! I am being 100% honest and only stating the facts here. This is your body, your choice and you may not get another opportunity!

Chris Caetta

February 8, 2024

First off I'll say I am using another name as to remain anonymous. My first several experiences with Dr Edwards was amazing. He had the best bedside manner I had experienced with a plastic surgeon. Definitely made me feel like I was top priority and not just another patient. Unfortunately that all changed as soon as there were issues regarding my surgery. A few weeks after surgery I had significant pain. I told him I was concerned the stitching came undone because of the pain I was in and that it appeared to be bottoming out already. He assured me that was nearly impossible and he's never had a patient where the pain lasted forever and to give it time. I continued to give it time but pain never eased up or subsided in any way. The other breast was left dented underneath in the fold and was not settling into place nicely. Months later while discussing a revision, He was clear he would not touch the dented breast and it would be left as is. And he wasn't sure what he would do to the left bottoming out breast with pain. I was upset with our conversation and cried explaining I felt like i wasn't being understood, he handed me a tissue and walked out never to come back! I couldn't believe it. That made it perfectly clear that in fact I wasn't being heard or understood and he didn't seem to care. I've never experienced something like this from a doctor. Fast forward, I had other consults and found a surgeon I trusted to see what was going on and recently fixed both of my breasts. During my first post op with him I was informed that in fact, all my stitching on the left breast with pain had come undone like I suspected, which explains the pain and bottoming out. Not only that, my implant was flipped! Having to find another surgeon cost me another $15 grand to fix my health concerns which Dr. Edwards should have taken much more seriously. I only wish I had chosen this other surgeon before I trusted Dr Edwards. Dr Edwards made me feel like my feelings were invalid, as if I was making up or exaggerating the pain and acted as though he didn't want to be bothered with another surgery with me. You go to a plastic surgeon to feel better about yourself and even if your results are less than ideal, the surgeon should never make you feel like your concerns are nothing. You know your body better than anyone and if you tell them something is wrong and they don't listen, leave and don't look back, they have no business cutting you open again. All I wanted was my life back but my pain fell on deaf ears.

Anita Mazer

April 5, 2023

Dr Michael Edward is The best , see you soon doctor for my new implants ! Today I just find out that I need emergency replacement after 17 years. Wow… I feel was yesterday 🙏❤️ In about week I’ll be in Las Vegas , I’m driving. Please save me appointment to see you, and surgery asap 🙏

Elizabeth Quintero

October 14, 2021

Dr. Michael Edwards is amazing! He performed my first breast augmentation 16 years ago. He just replaced them in the middle of September (2021). The care 16 years ago was impeccable and only got better over time! The whole staff is wonderful and friendly. Thank you and your wonderful team Dr. Edwards! I feel brand new!

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