VASER Arm Sculpting
VASER Arm Sculpting
Having any sagging or excess fat accumulation in your arms can make you appear older and complicate the process of choosing suitable clothing. Have you ever thought about getting rid of this problem through a minimally invasive arm sculpting procedure? Follow us for details and benefits of this procedure in the following article.
Characteristics of arm sculpting Procedure:
Arm sculpting procedure usually aims to:
• Remove excess fat around the arms.
• Tighten mild skin sagging and make it appear more youthful.
• Define and sculpt the shape of the arms, highlighting muscles instead of fat.
• Reduce the size of fat cysts that store fat in the arms.
Fluctuations in weight, aging, and genetic factors can lead to the problem of arm sagging or fat accumulation, which is difficult to solve through exercise.
Candidates for arm sculpting surgery:
In general, candidates for arm sculpting should usually be:
• Adults who enjoy good health and sufficient skin elasticity.
• Those who have a relatively stable weight and do not suffer from obesity.
• Healthy people who do not suffer from any chronic diseases that may hinder obtaining this procedure.
• Non-smokers; or those who can stop smoking for some time before the sculpting procedure and during recovery.
• Those who have realistic expectations regarding the results of the sculpting process.
During the doctor's consultation:
During your visit to the doctor before arm sculpting, be prepared to discuss:
• Your goals and expectations regarding the outcomes of the sculpting procedure.
• Your health condition, allergies you have, and medications you are taking.
• Medications you regularly or daily take, as well as vitamins and dietary supplements you consume.
• Your consumption of tobacco, alcohol, or drugs.
• Previous surgeries you have undergone.
The doctor will also:
• Assess your overall health condition and identify risk factors based on your medical history.
• Take some pictures of you before the sculpting procedure.
• Discuss your options for the sculpting procedure.
• Discuss and approximate the expected results, as well as the percentage of risk factors and how to minimize them.
Make sure to ask the doctor about anything on your mind before undergoing the sculpting procedure to ensure that you are aware of everything that happens before the procedure.
Frequently asked questions before arm sculpting:
You can ask the doctor any of the following questions during your visit:
• Am I a good candidate for arm sculpting?
• What will the results be after arm sculpting?
• How will the sculpting process take place?
• What techniques will be used during the sculpting process?
• Where will the sculpting process take place?
• How will the recovery period be after the sculpting procedure?
• What are the risks and side effects of sculpting?
• How can I minimize or prevent risks before the sculpting procedure?
• How will complications be handled if they occur?
• How long will the results last, and how can I maintain them?
• What are my options if I'm not satisfied with the results of the sculpting procedure?
• Do you have before and after photos of previous sculpting cases?
Risks of arm sculpting include:
Deciding to undergo any plastic procedure is a highly personal choice. Therefore, you should balance any medical procedure's risks, side effects, benefits, and results.
The risks of arm sculpting may include:
• Bleeding, which is usually easily controlled during the early days of the recovery period.
• Swelling and bruising are normal after the sculpting procedure and will fade over time.
• Infection, which is rare due to the antibiotics taken during the recovery period.
• Fluid accumulation, which the doctor aims to prevent through the use of compression garments and drains.
• Body contour irregularities, which are prevented through the use of compression garments.
•Feeling some pain, which can be managed with mild pain relievers.
• Numbness, which may persist for some time before disappearing but does not cause any side effects.
The doctor will discuss these risks with you before undergoing any step and inform you about how to minimize them before starting the sculpting procedure.
Before Arm Sculpting:
The doctor may ask you to:
• Undergo tests and examinations to ensure your safety.
• Take certain medications and adjust the dosage of others.
• Quit smoking.
• Avoid taking aspirin, anti-inflammatory drugs, herbal medications, and supplements to prevent bleeding.
Arm sculpting can be performed at a specialized center or a hospital where the appropriate sterile environment is available.
Steps of arm sculpting:
The arm sculpting procedure involves several steps:
Step 1: Anesthesia
The sculpting procedure can be performed under local or general anesthesia. The arms are injected with a saline solution and local anesthetic before starting.
Step 2: Surgical incision
Arm sculpting is done using VASER; in this case, a surgical incision is made between the folds of the arms. The diameter of the surgical incision does not exceed 1 cm.
Step 3: VASER
Through the surgical incision, VASER waves are directed to the fat to melt it and convert it into a liquid substance that can be suctioned out of the arms.
Step 4: Fat suction
After the fat is melted, a thin medical tube is inserted to suction it out of the body.
Step 5: Closure of the surgical incision
The surgical incision is closed with some cosmetic sutures, and then the wound is covered with medical dressings and compression bandages. The doctor may also place a thin medical tube (drainage) next to the incision to remove excess fluids from the body and prevent their accumulation.
Recovery Period after arm sculpting:
The doctor will provide you with some instructions for a better recovery, such as:
• Avoid any violent physical activities for some time until the sutures are removed.
• Massage the sculpted areas for at least half an hour daily to reduce swelling and prevent fluid buildup or body clumping.
• Consume plenty of vitamins and minerals and drink an adequate amount of water.
• Try to move as soon as possible to stimulate blood circulation.
• You can return to work within a few days and resume your daily tasks within a week.
• The sutures will be removed within one to two weeks, and after the sutures are removed, you can start engaging in light exercises such as walking.
• The doctor may prescribe some antibiotics to prevent infection and some pain relievers to alleviate any pain associated with swelling and bruising, in addition to some anti-inflammatory medications for blood thinning.
What are the results of arm sculpting?
The results of arm sculpting will be permanent as long as you can maintain a relatively stable weight without any sudden weight gain. The results take several months to stabilize completely; during this time, the swelling will subside, bruises will disappear, and collagen will work to make the skin contract and appear smoother and more youthful without any sagging or wrinkles. For more information about arm sculpting or other sculpting procedures, contact us or schedule a consultation with Dr. Ahmed Mekkawy.
This content has been reviewed by Dr. Ahmed Mekkawy, a consultant in cosmetic surgery, body contouring, and natural hair transplantation.
