Brachioplasty
Removal of excess upper-arm skin and reshaping of the arm contour.
What the Procedure Is
Brachioplasty, or an arm lift, corrects skin laxity between the armpit and elbow. Liposuction may be added in selected cases.
Who It May Suit
It is considered for patients with persistent excess skin after weight loss or reduced elasticity, ideally at a relatively stable weight.
What It Can and Cannot Address
It can reduce folds and improve arm proportion. It is not a weight-loss treatment and requires acceptance of a scar whose length depends on the excess.
How the Consultation Works
Consultation determines tissue distribution, skin quality, scar placement and whether liposuction would be beneficial.
How the Procedure Is Performed
Excess tissue is removed through an incision along the inner or posterior arm before the tissues are reshaped and closed.
Anaesthesia
Depending on extent, surgery is performed under general anaesthesia or according to the plan agreed with the medical team.
Recovery
The arms may feel swollen and tight initially. Compression, incision care and a gradual return to exertion are required.
Risks and Limits
Risks include bleeding, infection, seroma, wound separation, asymmetry, numbness and widened or raised scars.
When Results Are Visible
Contour is apparent early but refines as swelling settles. Scar maturation continues for several months.