An arm lift, also called brachioplasty, is used to remove excess skin and fat from the upper arms in patients who have lost a lot of weight or developed excess loose skin due to aging. Scars are the greatest drawback of this operation. However, done correctly by a skilled plastic surgeon, the scars will positioned to be least noticeable and shouldn’t show at all when arms are down.
Suitable candidates for an arm lift
In general, candidates for an arm lift include:
- Adults with significant upper arm skin laxity
- Adults of any age whose weight is relatively stable and who are not significantly overweight
- Healthy individuals who do not have medical conditions that can impair healing or increase risk of surgery