Arm Lift

The effects of weight loss or aging on the skin are familiar to all of us. Over time, the skin changes in four ways: it loses thickness, loses elasticity, loses adherence to the underlying tissue, and is affected by gravity. At the same time, the deep layers of fat, muscle and bone thin as well. The amount of elastic tissue and collagen present in the dermis (the deep layer of the skin) also decreases. One area where these changes are especially apparent is the upper arm. An arm lift can lift and tighten up loose skin in the upper arms, resulting in a firmer, more youthful contour. Dr. Lent carefully places the incisions on the underside of the arm in such a way as to be maximally inconspicuous.

Thigh Lift

A thigh lift is a plastic surgery procedure to remove loose skin from the thighs. Successful and sustained massive weight loss can lead to extensive redundancy of skin in the inner thigh area. Constant rubbing together of the redundant inner thigh folds predisposes to areas of skin irritation and infection and interferes with personal hygiene. Clothing may be difficult to fit and there may be psychosocial concerns of a disfigured appearance. Comfort and appearance improve by the plastic surgery procedure known as the thigh lift.

A thigh lift is a surgical procedure performed to tighten the loose and sagging skin around the thighs. Many women and men who have experienced great weight loss are often left with excess skin. This skin can be pulled up and tightened creating a permanent alteration to the thigh area.