Bra Line Back Lift (Upper Back Lift) in North Denver
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The short answer
Bra Line Back Lift (Upper Back Lift) removes loose skin and rolls from the upper and middle back through an incision along the bra line. It may suit patients at a stable weight whose back rolls are mainly excess skin rather than fat. Patients across the Denver metro begin with an in-person evaluation before any plan is confirmed.
Overview
What is this procedure?
A bra line back lift, also called an upper back lift, removes loose skin and rolls from the upper and middle back. The incision is placed horizontally where a bra band usually sits, so the scar can often be hidden under a bra or swimsuit top.
It is most often considered after significant weight loss, when back rolls remain that exercise cannot change, because the concern is mainly excess skin rather than fat. It can be performed on its own or alongside an arm lift. Dr. Samas reviews at consultation whether it suits your anatomy.
Key Benefits
What does this procedure do?
A bra line back lift targets loose back skin that diet and exercise cannot change. Many patients notice that bras and fitted tops sit more comfortably once the rolls above and below the band are reduced. The trade-off is a horizontal scar across the back, and Dr. Samas reviews what is realistic for you at consultation.
- Removes loose skin and rolls from the upper and middle back
- Scar placed along the bra line, where clothing usually covers it
- Can make bras and fitted tops more comfortable to wear
- Can be combined with an arm lift
- Liposuction may be added to refine shape when appropriate
Recovery
What is recovery like?
Expect tightness across the back, swelling and some soreness early. A compression garment is usually worn for several weeks, and reaching overhead and twisting are limited at first to protect the incision. Most patients return to desk work in about 1 to 2 weeks, with strenuous exercise paused for about 4 to 6 weeks. Written instructions from Dr. Samas take priority over any general timeline.
- Short walks begin soon after surgery
- Compression garment for several weeks
- Limit reaching overhead and twisting at first
- Most patients return to desk work in about 1 to 2 weeks
- Avoid lifting and strenuous exercise for about 4 to 6 weeks
- The scar continues to fade over many months
FAQ
What do patients often ask?
This page is general information. Candidacy, recovery and what to expect are discussed at your consultation.
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Where do patients travel from?
The office is in Northglenn, on the 120th Avenue corridor just west of I-25. These are some of the areas patients travel in from.
