Procedure at a Glance

Procedure Time

2-3 hours

Treatments

1

Results

Tightened and contoured upper arms, full results in 6-12 months

Recovery Time

2 weeks
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What is an arm lift?

An arm lift is a surgical procedure that addresses the tissues on the underside of the upper arm, from the elbow to the armpit. An arm lift resolves the sagging, drooping skin and fat pockets that appear in this area due to genetics, age, or other factors, and cannot be corrected with diet or exercise. During an arm lift procedure, excess fat and skin are eliminated to create a tighter, smoother, more toned appearance.

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Are You a Candidate for a Custom Arm Lift?

An arm lift is appropriate for any healthy adult who struggles with “bat wings,” excess fat, skin, and tissue on the upper arms. We will speak with you about the risks and benefits of brachioplasty surgery at your consultation to confirm that this is the best course of action to restore your upper arms. For younger patients who have resilient, flexible skin, other options such as BodyTite or liposuction may be all that is needed. 

What Is the Procedure Like to Experience?

In most cases, we perform arm lift surgery under general anesthesia in our Boca Raton accredited in-office surgery suite on an outpatient basis. An arm lift may be one of several body contouring procedures, such as a body lift, thigh lift, or tummy tuck. During the procedure, an incision is placed on the underside of the upper arms, from the armpit, and extending to the elbow. Excess skin and superficial fat are removed, and the incision is closed with precision to limit scarring. The procedure takes about one to two hours, depending upon the amount of fat and excess skin to be excised.

What to Expect With Your Arm Lift Surgery

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Why Choose Sanctuary Plastic Surgery in Boca Raton?

When performed by a talented, experienced surgeon, an arm lift should leave your upper arms looking firm, sculpted, and youthful. Our team is composed of leading, board-certified plastic surgeons practicing in the Boca Raton area and are widely regarded as being among the most talented surgeons in the region. Our surgeons will meet with you and learn about your lifestyle and cosmetic goals, creating a bespoke surgical plan that's tailored to your specific goals.

Mini Arm Lift 

A mini-arm lift can treat a minor quantity of excess fat and skin that sometimes occurs under the upper arms due to normal aging or following weight loss. Similar to a regular brachioplasty or arm lift, a mini arm lift removes less fat and skin. Rather than leaving a scar running under the arm from elbow to armpit, the incision site is typically located in the armpit, where it is hidden from view. A traditional arm lift in Boca Raton is most often the appropriate solution for those who have lost a great deal of weight after bariatric surgery. For less extreme sagging skin and tissue, a mini arm lift may be all you need.

What Occurs During the Procedure?

A mini arm lift will be performed under general anesthesia at our state-of-the-art Boca Raton in-office surgery suite. It is an outpatient surgery, after which you can return home to rest and recover. It is often performed in combination with other body contouring procedures, such as a body lift, thigh lift, or tummy tuck. In a mini arm lift, the incisions are placed in the armpit.  Excess skin and superficial fat are removed, and the incision is closed with precision to limit scarring. The procedure takes about one to two hours, depending upon the amount of fat and excess skin removed.

Meet with Us at Sanctuary Plastic Surgery in Boca Raton

If you're located in Boca Raton, West Palm Beach, or the nearby areas, and you're ready to enjoy the firm, youthful arms of your dreams, we're ready to meet with you! Reach out and set up your complimentary consultation with your surgeon, and learn more about how the incredible surgical team at Sanctuary can unite you with the results of your dreams.

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