Brachioplasty patients naturally would like the scar to be restricted to the armpit, leaving a trim, more youthful arm and a small hidden scar. The unfortunate reality is that only the smallest amount of arm skin can be removed in this way and for optimal results, the only effective solution is to make an incision all the way down the inner aspect of the arm to the elbow. If the skin excess extends past the armpit and onto the chest wall then the excision is extended to incorporate this.

Excess fat in the arms is treated by liposuction – In this case, a suction drain may be used for 24 hrs and compression will be applied. Patients are typically discharged 1 or 2 days after surgery. Sometimes Liposuction may also precede the arm lift surgery.

Excess skin is removed from the inner section of the arms. Incisions run from the armpit area towards the elbow. If the excess skin extends past the armpit and onto the chest wall, the incision is extended to incorporate this (an Extended Brachioplasty). The incision edges are then closed using stitches that are beneath the skin (dissolvable sutures, so that they do not need to be removed).

Arm Lift Surgery may be a great option to achieve a firmer, contoured upper arm area. The procedure may be appropriate for people with excess or visible sagging upper arm skin due to weight loss or ageing,

Significant weight loss through Bariatric Surgery or lifestyle changes often leaves behind redundant, sagging, wobbly upper arm skin or skin folds in various parts of the body. Exercise will help tone and tighten the underlying muscles, but will not help reduce the sagging skin that has resulted from the weight changes.

Brachioplasty Surgery, however, is not intended to take the place of exercise regimes or healthy eating. A good candidate must be at a stable weight and should have no underlying health issues.

Patients choosing an arm lift often combine other body reshaping procedures or a complete body makeover after massive weight loss or bariatric surgery.

What’s it like to have smaller, firmer upper arm skin after brachioplasty (arm reduction) arm lift surgery? Upon successful post-surgery results, even simple things, like wearing a short sleeved or sleeveless top, or participating in social or exercise activities without worrying about your upper arm ‘flaps,’ can do wonders for your self-confidence and sense of fashion freedom. Post-Surgery Patients just love wearing different types of blouses and feeling more comfortable in summer no longer wearing long sleeved shirts.

The surgery times vary with the procedures as well as the overall complexity.
The steps for the various procedures that could be a part of your individualized body contouring surgery can be found below by clicking on respective procedure:
• Liposuction
• Brazilian Butt Lift
• Fat Transfer To The Breast
• Mommy Makeover

The length of your recovery period will depend on your specific procedure and other health & lifestyle factors. Recovery times can vary significantly from person to person. The general rule, however, is that you should allow 4-6 weeks for recovery following your surgery.

You will need to work with me  to allow for adequate and proper healing time. It is important to consult with your Surgeon before returning to daily activities such as driving and exercise.

It is also important to wear the post-operative compression garments throughout your recovery period (usually up to 6 weeks). Good results depend on a collaborative approach and a healthy lifestyle. You will need to be willing to follow the specific instructions given to you by your Surgeon, and attend all post-operative consultations.