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Arm Lift (Brachioplasty): Tightening the Upper Arms
Arm Lift · Brachioplasty
by dr. Enrina Diah, Sp.BP-RE, KKF & dr. Grace Boaz, Sp.BP-RE
An arm lift (brachioplasty) removes excess skin and fat from the upper arms for a firmer, more defined contour. It addresses sagging upper arms, common after weight loss or with aging.
CANDIDATES
Who Is It For?
- Loose or sagging upper-arm skin
- Loss of arm firmness with aging
- After significant weight loss
- Excess fat and skin that won’t shift with exercise
NOTE
An arm lift removes excess skin and, when needed, fat through an incision on the inner arm. When fat predominates without much loose skin, liposuction alone may be enough.
AT A GLANCE
What to Expect
Technique
Excess-skin removal (± liposuction) through an incision on the inner arm.
Anesthesia
Sedation (with monitoring).
Hospital stay
Day surgery (some cases require a 1-night stay for observation).
Recovery
Patients can return to office work 14 days after surgery, and continue avoiding heavy lifting for 3–4 weeks after surgery.
Result
Firmer, more defined arms; the scar fades over time.
FREQUENTLY ASKED
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is the arm-lift scar?
The incision is usually on the inner upper arm, so it is less visible from the front, and it fades over time.
Is liposuction alone enough?
If the main issue is fat and the skin is still elastic, liposuction alone may suffice. If the skin is already loose and sagging, skin removal (an arm lift) is needed.
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A private consultation to assess your degree of skin laxity and the plan best suited to you.