Planning Your Surgery – Arm Lift

There is neither charge nor obligation for consultations for arm-lift surgery.  At your initial consultation, Dr. Bartell will listen to your concerns, perform a short examination, discuss the procedure, and show you numerous “before” and “after” photographs of previous patients.  You will then receive a firm price quote for the procedure, which includes the fees for the surgery, anesthesia, and lab work.  Information for financing is also available.

Once the decision to undergo surgery has been made, Dr. Bartell will meet with you to perform a more thorough history and physical examination.  Be sure to inform Dr. Bartell if you have any allergies; if you’re taking any medications (prescription or over-the-counter), and if you smoke.  He will also give you prescriptions for any medications you may need before and after the surgery. 

You will receive a printed set of pre- and post-operative instructions which will answer most of your questions regarding what you should or should not do. 

If you smoke, plan to quit at least three weeks before your surgery and not to resume for at least three weeks after your surgery.  You will also need to avoid sun exposure to your incisions while they are healing.  If you develop a cold or infection of any kind, your surgery probably will be postponed.