How Quickly Will I See Results After Axillary Liposuction?

Patients will see their results immediately after axillary liposuction surgery in Milwaukee. However, there will be a degree of post-operative bruising and swelling in and around the area for a time, which will obscure the results. Bruising and swelling will ameliorate over time. After about one to two months, the skin will have completed most of its retraction, and the contours of the area will have fully settled. At this time, full results will be evident.

Does Axillary Liposuction Hurt?

Axillary liposuction typically does not hurt, since the area will be completely numbed during the procedure. A degree of post-surgical pain, soreness, or discomfort may be present for a time. To address these issues, your provider may prescribe OTC or prescription pain-control medication as needed.

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Introduction to Axillary Liposuction

Axillary liposuction is an effective way to remove stubborn fat from the underarm region. Patients struggling with excess underarm fat can visit one of our locations in Appleton, WI, Brookfield/Milwaukee, WI, or Gurnee, IL. Schedule your consultation online or call (920) 659-7025.

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What Is Axillary Liposuction?

Axillary liposuction focuses on the axillary area, also called “chicken wings” which is the technical name for the region between the armpit and the breast. Fat may gather here due to genetics, hormone imbalances, and other causes, so many slimmer patients may still struggle with this issue.

When excess stubborn armpit fat gathers in this area, it can push the arms outward, creating an out-of-shape appearance for the upper body. Excess underarm fat can also make it more difficult to feel comfortable wearing tank tops, swimwear, and lingerie. This can result in feelings of self-consciousness and a lack of confidence.

Diet and exercise typically can’t shrink axillary fat. Because of this, axillary liposuction is required. This minimally invasive surgical procedure effectively removes fatty tissue from the area using medical suction.

Benefits of Axillary Liposuction

Benefits of underarm fat removal in Appleton, Milwaukee or Gurnee include:

Reduction of excess underarm fat bulges
Improved comfort while wearing various types of clothing
Reduction of underarm chafing
Restoration of arm mobility
Long-lasting results

The technology used during awake axillary liposuction also boosts collagen production in the treatment area for up to six months. As a result, the underarms look tighter, smoother, and firmer.

Best Candidates for Axillary Liposuction

Ideal candidates for axillary liposuction in Wisconsin and Illinois:

Are searching for a way to reduce excess armpit fat permanently
Are at a stable weight (since fluctuations can negatively affect results)
Have a high degree of skin elasticity
Have realistic expectations in terms of results
Are in good health
Are non-smokers or are willing to quit before the procedure

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Your Consultation

During an axillary fat reduction consultation at Blue Wolf Transformations:

We will discuss your contouring goals that you would like to achieve.
We will go over your medical history, including current medications, underlying health conditions, past procedures, and allergies.
We will perform an examination of your underarms and the surrounding areas.
We will explain the axillary fat removal procedure in detail, covering every step of the process. Questions are encouraged.

Axillary Liposuction: What to Expect

Axillary liposuction in Appleton usually takes about 60 minutes, though the exact time will vary based on the amount of fat removed. At the start, the underarm area will be marked to serve as a guide, and photographs will be taken.

Like our other procedures, axillary liposuction is performed as an awake lipo procedure. This means full sedation will not be used; instead, the patient will be kept comfortable and relaxed during the procedure. They will be able to move their arm and other areas as directed by the surgeon, ensuring the most natural-looking results possible.

Local anesthesia will be administered to numb the area fully. Tiny incisions will then be created in natural underarm creases, camouflaging post-surgical marks.

Next, the surgeon will insert a dull-tipped cannula (a thin tube) to target excess fat cells with low-frequency infrasonic vibrations. This will gently detach fat cells from surrounding structures, minimizing tissue trauma. They will then use vacuum suction to remove the dislodged fat cells.

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Pairing Axillary Liposuction with Other Procedures

Axillary liposuction can easily be paired with other procedures and treatments to maximize results without requiring an additional recovery period.

Arm Liposuction

Arm liposuction is an excellent procedure to combine with axillary liposuction. Removing fat from the arms and the armpits together results in more comprehensive sculpting and contouring.

Male Chest Liposuction

Male chest liposuction pairs nicely with axillary liposuction. This procedure removes excess fat from the male chest, effectively addressing gynecomastia and restoring a more masculine look.

Non-Invasive Skin Tightening

Non-invasive skin tightening is the perfect treatment to combine with axillary liposuction. While our surgeons can achieve a high degree of skin retraction through years of experience, skin tightening is often vital to optimal results.

At Blue Wolf Transformations, we perform non-surgical skin tightening through a combination of mechanical tissue stimulation, vacuum-assisted massage, low-level laser therapy, and radiofrequency energy to tighten sagging underarm skin effectively.

The Recovery Process After Axillary Liposuction

Your Guide to Axillary Liposuction Recovery

After awake axillary liposuction, patients return home with a compression garment covering the area; this reduces swelling and helps the skin better conform to the area’s new contours. They must wear this garment for six to eight weeks.

Downtime is minimal after underarm liposuction. Along with swelling, a degree of bruising and soreness will affect the treated area. Applying an ice pack will help these issues ameliorate more quickly.

Patients must also avoid heavy lifting, heavy exercise, and other physically taxing activities for a week and resume as tolerated. After three to four weeks, patients can switch to only wearing their compression garment overnight.

Patients will come in for follow-up visits with the clinic medical team. During these visits, the nursing staff will remove stitches, bandages, check the status of their incisions, and address any side effects.

How Much Does Axillary Liposuction Cost in Appleton and Brookfield/Milwaukee, WI, and Gurnee, IL?

The cost of Axillary Liposuction at Blue Wolf Transformations is $4,000 with no extra charges or fees. Patient only needs to procure compression and prescribed prescriptions.

Financing is available for axillary liposuction and our other procedures through Cherry. Cherry is a trusted medical financing company that offers a variety of affordable payment plans.

Why Choose Blue Wolf Transformations?

Blue Wolf Transformations is the ideal choice for your axillary liposuction procedure in Appleton, WI, Brookfield/Milwaukee, WI, or Gurnee, IL. Our experienced surgeons specialize in safe and effective body contouring that creates incredibly natural-looking results. Our owner and medical director, Dr. Christopher Mason, is highly skilled in aesthetics and emergency medicine.

Axillary Liposuction FAQ’S

Patients will see their results immediately after axillary liposuction surgery in Milwaukee. However, there will be a degree of post-operative bruising and swelling in and around the area for a time, which will obscure the results.

Bruising and swelling will ameliorate over time. After about one to two months, the skin will have completed most of its retraction, and the contours of the area will have fully settled. At this time, full results will be evident.

Disclaimer: Information presented on this page is intended for general education and may not reflect your personal medical circumstances. Awake skin excisions and tummy tucks involve different risk profiles, techniques, and recovery timelines. Only a licensed provider can determine whether you are medically eligible for any procedure. Results vary and are not guaranteed.

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