‘Bingo wings’ plastic surgery is latest fad

‘Bingo wings’ plastic surgery is latest fad

    You can now say goodbye to flabby upper arms. A new surgery that tackles the problem is getting popular. Technically, it’s an upper arm lift, a surgical procedure to remove excess fat from under the arm. A report says it has soared by more than 4,000% in the US over the last decade, with 15,000 operations performed last year, according to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS). It is a trend fuelled, in part, by sleeveless fashions for women and more focus on stronga r m e d celebrities. What it’s about
In 2000, more than 300 women got upper arm lift procedures. Last year, more than 15,000 did. Upper arm lifts can include liposuction or a surgical procedure known as brachioplasty, in which loose skin is removed from the back of the arms. A brachioplasty requires an incision from the elbow to the armpit, generally on the back of the arm, leaving a visible and permanent scar. “Women are paying more attention to their arms in general and are becoming more aware of options to treat this area,” ASPS President Gregory Evans, MD said. “For some women, the arms have always been a troublesome area and, along with proper diet and exercise, liposuction can help refine them. Others may opt for a brachioplasty when there is a fair amount of loose skin present with minimal elasticity,” he said.
    Doctors say there is no single reason behind the increase, though celebrities from the White House to the red carpet may be having an influence. ANI 

 
THE BEST ARMS GO TO... A recent poll conducted on behalf of ASPS found that women are paying closer attention to the arms of female celebrities. According to the poll, women most admire the arms of First Lady Michelle Obama, followed closely by actress
    Jennifer     Aniston.     Actresses     Jessica Biel     and Demi Moore, and daytime TV talk show host Kelly Ripa also bagged votes for their toned arms.