Dreamalways07 12 Posted September 16, 2011 I have recently lost 40 pounds and everyone is noticing my bat wings They are huggggggge!!!!! I am thinking about having Lipo for them (after I get to my goal weight). Has anyone had this surgery brachioplasty? It is basically lipo for your arms. Any input? Thanks! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kll724 3,055 Posted September 16, 2011 I have recently lost 40 pounds and everyone is noticing my bat wings They are huggggggge!!!!! I am thinking about having Lipo for them (after I get to my goal weight). Has anyone had this surgery brachioplasty? It is basically lipo for your arms. Any input? Thanks! You are very young, your skin still has a lot of elasticity to it. The bat wings will go away with excersise and time. I personally think that your bat wings are temporary, those scars from the operation are not! They are ugly and long, but that my opinion. I would never have it, lots of ladies do! Good luck on your decision. Karen Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
reverie 49 Posted September 16, 2011 Brachioplasty isn't liposuction of the arms, they remove the excess skin. Arm liposuction only works if you have minimally stretched skin that is just more so full of fat. Lipo doesn't help tighten your arms back up, only a nip and tuck will do that. I've never had one though I planned on it. My arms didn't look the best but after seriously heavy weight training, my arms look just fine. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lakegirl88 13 Posted September 16, 2011 So Reverie if I was to do serious weight training it would improve the bat wings. How if the skin is just hanging there.? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mimilou2004 13 Posted September 16, 2011 I am very happy with my brachioplasty...I had major batwings and despite working out 3 times a week the hanging skin wasn't going anywhere!!!! Mimi Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
reverie 49 Posted September 16, 2011 So Reverie if I was to do serious weight training it would improve the bat wings. How if the skin is just hanging there.? It differs per person. Mine weren't that bad. They were a little "flabby" but my skin was never sagging to the point of really needing surgery. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BaileyRose 13 Posted September 16, 2011 Most plastic surgeons want you at your goal weight for 6 months before even a consultation. Your skin can change so much even after losing weight. I have a feeling I'll have some wicked bat wings... But who knows? I'm young(ish), I'm working out and making sure I drink tons of water... Hopefully those things play in my favor :-) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lakegirl88 13 Posted September 16, 2011 Mimilou did you have any other procedures done ? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mimilou2004 13 Posted September 16, 2011 Eyelids, boobs, and tummy, along with arms. And none of them hurt the way my current bunionectomy hurts!!!!! There is something to be said for waiting a few minutes longer...I didn't wait and ended up losing more weight. There is always some PS out there waiting to take your money!!!! Mimi Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Abi 0 Posted April 27, 2012 Hi there, did you arm ever firm up? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
