Arm Lift Surgery

Arm lift surgery, or brachioplasty, is designed to reshape and sculpt the underside of the upper arm, from the armpit to the elbow. This type of plastic surgery targets drooping or sagging skin under the arm that results from aging or significant weight loss.
During arm lift surgery, the surgeon removes excess tissue using an incision on the inside of the back of the arm. Once the excess skin is removed, the remaining skin is tightened and stitched into a new position. Brachioplasty procedures are sometimes combined with liposuction techniques if it is necessary to remove fat deposits in the area to achieve a more pleasing appearance.

The positive benefits of arm lift surgery (i.e., a more shapely and youthful looking upper arm) are noticeable almost immediately. If the surgeon uses removable stitches, they will be taken out 1-2 weeks after surgery. Most people can return to work 2-3 weeks after brachioplasty procedures. Restrictions regarding lifting heavy objects continue for approximately 2-6 weeks after an arm lift surgery. 

The best candidates for arm lift surgery are physically and mentally healthy individuals who have loose or sagging skin under the arm caused by aging or weight loss.
Individuals who are not comfortable with some degree of scarring, or who have significant amounts of fat in their arms may not be appropriate candidates for arm lift surgery. In addition, people who are planning on loosing significant amounts of weight should delay arm lift procedures.