Arm lift (brachioplasty) in Nishimoto Plastic Surgery

Nishimoto Plástica is a private plastic surgery clinic in Belo Horizonte, Brazil. Established in 1981, it operates across two locations in Belo Horizonte and Betim. The practice focuses on aesthetic and reconstructive procedures, with a strong emphasis on breast surgery. Lead surgeon Dr. Fabrício Nishimoto manages the clinic with over 40 years of experience.

Accreditations and Professional Standards

The clinic holds certifications that reflect high medical standards. These include accreditation by the Brazilian Society of Plastic Surgery (SBCP) and the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS). Both memberships require peer review and strict safety protocols.

The facility also has TEMOS certification. This international accreditation focuses on quality management and care for international patients, so those traveling from abroad can expect consistent standards.

Specialties and Techniques

Breast surgery is a core specialty. Dr. Fabrício Nishimoto uses the Chiari Júnior L mammoplasty technique. This method corrects breast enlargement and sagging while minimizing visible scarring.

The clinic offers various body contouring and reconstructive procedures:

• Abdominoplasty (tummy tuck) – mini, classic, and circumferential variants
• Gluteoplasty using silicone implants or fat grafting
• Brachioplasty (arm lift) to remove excess skin after weight loss
• Lipoabdominoplasty – fat removal combined with abdominal muscle tightening

Intimate and facial surgeries are also performed on-site. The team conducts labiaplasty to reduce the labia minora for functional or aesthetic reasons. Facial options include blepharoplasty for eyelid correction and facelift to address skin laxity in the neck and face.

Hair restoration is available for patients with alopecia. The clinic performs Follicular Unit Extraction (FUE) and micro-implants. Specialists choose between these methods based on the patient's hair loss stage and donor area. They evaluate underlying causes before recommending surgery.

Post-Surgical Care and Recovery

The clinic follows detailed recovery protocols. For post-obesity surgeries, this includes injectable anticoagulants to prevent blood clots. Patients also receive compression garments and abdominal modelers to manage swelling.

Lymphatic drainage is a standard part of recovery. This massage technique usually begins on the third day after surgery. The clinic typically recommends 10 to 20 sessions to speed healing and improve results.

Services for International Patients

International patients receive support from multilingual staff. Interpreters and coordinators assist in English and Spanish, helping bridge communication gaps during consultations and surgical planning.

The medical team provides preparation guidance for those traveling from abroad. This includes advice on anesthesia options – local with sedation or general. Follow-up visits and suture removal are coordinated around each patient's travel schedule.