Also known as a brachioplasty, this procedure removes and tightens loose or sagging skin on the arm.

Arm Shape & Size

Erin Storm, PA-C

Definitive guide on Arm Lift, including the procedure overview, benefits, risks, recovery, before & after photos, costs, and more. 

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Arm Lift

Excess arm skin can make an individual feel self conscious in everyday situations when raising the arms or wearing sleeveless tops. Although increased skin elasticity occurs naturally during the aging process and can effect skin all over the body such as the face or neck, sagging arms can also create uncomfortable chaffing and interfere with daily life. When less invasive forms of skin tightening such as with laser or radiofrequency energy will not suffice, a surgical removal of skin may be necessary. 

Before an arm lift begins, preoperative marks will be made to guide the surgeon during the procedure. The exact length and shape of the incision will vary from patient to patient as the surgery will be customized to the individual, and will likely differ from each arm. Generally though, incisions will be placed as conspicuously as possible on the inside or back of the arm, extending from the underarm to just above the elbow to remove sagging skin. Excess fat may also be removed during surgery via direct excision or liposuction. Underlying muscle and tissue will also be tightening and reshaped using internal sutures. To complete the surgery, the arm will be sutured back together, forming a new smoother, slimmer contour.

Arm Lift (Brachioplasty)

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- Stop taking blood thinning medications for 2 weeks
- Stop smoking 4 weeks before and after surgery
- No alcoholic beverages for 2 days
- Diet medications, ephedrines, and asthma medicine should not be taken 2 days prior
- Do not take thyroid medicine the day of the procedure 
- Avoid caffeine after midnight day of procedure

Before Treatment

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- Preoperative marks on inside or back of arm, from underarm to just above the elbow
- General or local anesthesia with sedation
- Incisions made and excess skin removed
- Excess fat removed via excision or liposuction
- Underlying muscle and tissues tightened and reshaped
- Sutures to close

During Treatment

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- Bruising, swelling, and discomfort
- Tightness, tingling sensations, and numbness

Immediately After Treatment

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- Most swelling 36-48 hours postoperatively
- Drains removed after 1-2 weeks
- Return to work after 1-2 weeks
- Compressive bandages still worn daily

1-2 Weeks After Treatment

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- Compressive garments removed after 2-3 weeks
- Normal exercise routines resumed after 6 weeks

2 Weeks After Treatment and Beyond

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- Results are permanent
- Results can be affected by significant weight gain

Result Notes

A brachioplasty, more commonly known as an arm lift, removes and tightens loose or sagging skin. Here is a quick guide for what to expect before, during, and after an arm lift. 

A brachioplasty (a.k.a. arm lift) enhances the definition and contours of the arm through alterations to soft tissues.

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