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  BRACHIOPLASTY /ARM TUCK- Recovery
 

What to experience after Brachioplasty/Arm Lift Recovery in Beverly Hills or Los Angeles?

Following Brachioplasty, your arms will be placed in a special compression garment to help the newly sculpted skin adhere to the underlying tissue. Also, you will probably have thin drains inserted under each arm to collect fluid, and which will be removed in two to three days. You should expect to feel groggy for at least a week, although each person’s recovery is unique. During this time, you will be advised to avoid lifting and strenuous movements. Your plastic surgeon will also tell you to keep your arm elevated with pillows to minimize discomfort while you heal. Sutures are usually removed within two to three weeks, and swelling and bruising generally take three to six months to disappear. Scars will remain visible, but fade for up to two years. Most patients can return to work after one week, unless it involves strenuous physical activity.

 
 

There are varying points of view about having patients wear compression garments.  Some cosmetic surgeons emphasize the importance of wearing one for about three weeks.

Other cosmetic surgeons disagree, stating that the constriction often results in blistering. 

The latter group of physicians recommends other methods to control post surgical swelling and bruising.  These include an herbal combination of Arnica Montana, a plant extract, and bromelain, a pineapple extract.  The recommendation is that they be used three or four days prior to surgery and for a couple of weeks post-surgery.  These are options that you should discuss thoroughly with your plastic surgeon.

Some plastic surgeons also recommend improving lymphatic drainage and decreasing swelling and bruising through a series of lymphatic drainage massage treatments, to be performed once a week for three weeks.  Some surgeons offer this massage therapy in their offices. Patients are encouraged to massage their scars after the sutures are removed.

Post-Operative Instructions for Brachioplasty in Beverly Hills and Los Angeles:

 
 
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You should make arrangements for a responsible adult friend or family member to take you home after surgery. You are not allowed to drive yourself home or take a taxi. After surgery, this caregiver is required to stay with you and to monitor and assist you for at least the first 24 hours after surgery. If you don’t have such a person, please let us know in advance so that we can help you make arrangements to stay at an after-care facility or hospital.
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2. Rest as needed the day of and the day after surgery. You do not have to stay in bed. Gentle walking at home will help your circulation.
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Make sure that you drink adequate amount of fluids so that you do not get dehydrated. You should also monitor your level of hydration by making sure that you are urinating “light-color” urine at least every four to six hours.
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There are no dietary restrictions; however, you should refrain from eating greasy or acidic foods so that you will not get nauseated.
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If you are diabetic, make sure to monitor your blood sugar level with a finger-stick or other usual means, three times per day, for the first 2 days.
 

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For the first 24 hours after surgery you might have some blood-tinged drainage from surgical sites. This is expected.

After surgery, your arms will be placed in a compression garment, which will be covering the areas liposuctioned and/or excised. Do not remove garment until the first post-op visit. Keep your arms straight.

Refrain from extraneous activities or exercising for the first three weeks. Although you can do gentle walking during this period, unless it is not a challenge for you.

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After about four weeks you can resume your exercise routine if you feel comfortable and strong enough.
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You should make arrangements for a responsible adult friend or family member to take you home after surgery. You are not allowed to drive yourself home or take a taxi. After surgery, this caregiver is required to stay with you and to monitor and assist you for at least the first 48 hours after surgery. If you don’t have such a person please let us know in advance so that we can help you make arrangements for a stay at an after-care facility or hospital.
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For those who travel from out of town for Liposuction or other cosmetic surgery procedures we require that they be accompanied by a mature and capable adult that can drive and help them with their daily recovery chores. Furthermore, they should arrange to stay in a local hotel or after-care facility for enough time so that they can be monitored by the doctor and his assistants. Depending on the extent of your planned surgery, we will recommend a range of days that you should stay in town, before returning home. If you must travel alone, please let us know in advance, so that we can help you acquire nursing assistance. You are also responsible for your own transportation and personal-care expenses.
Most importantly, please plan in advance and communicate with our office your travel and stay plans, so that we can help coordinate a smooth plastic surgery recovery for you.
 
     
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Los Angeles plastic surgeon, Dr. Younai, provides excellence in plastic surgery to Southern California residents. Minutes from Los Angeles and Beverly Hills, cosmetic surgeon, Dr. Younai, offers: liposuction, tummy tuck surgery, post-bariatric surgery and breast enhancement procedures such as breast lift and breast implant surgery. Another cosmetic surgery procedure is a breast augmentation ( breast implants), otherwise known as a breast enlargement. Dr. Younai also has information on Safe Plastic Surgery.

 
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