What is an arm lift?
An arm lift, or brachioplasty, is a surgical procedure that:
•    Reduces excess sagging skin that droops downward
•    Tightens and smoothes the underlying supportive tissue that defines the shape of the upper arm
•    Reduces localized pockets of fat in the upper arm region

Fluctuations in weight, growing older and heredity can cause your upper arms to have a drooping, sagging appearance. This is a condition that cannot be corrected through exercise.

Arm lift surgery may be right for you if the underside of your upper arms are sagging or appear loose and full due to excess skin and fat.

Who is a good candidate for arm lift surgery?
In general, arm lift candidates 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 without medical conditions that impair healing or increase risk of surgery
•    Nonsmokers
•    Individuals with a positive outlook and realistic expectations

What should I expect during a consultation for arm lift surgery?
During your arm lift surgery consultation be prepared to discuss:
•    Your surgical goals
•    Medical conditions, drug allergies and medical treatments
•    Current medications, vitamins, herbal supplements, alcohol, tobacco and drug use
•    Previous surgeries

Your arm lift surgeon will also:

•    Evaluate your general health status and any pre-existing health conditions or risk factors
•    Take photographs
•    Discuss your options
•    Discuss likely outcomes of arm lift surgery and any risks or potential complications

Be sure to ask questions. To help, we have prepared a checklist of questions to ask your arm lift surgeon that you can take with you to your consultation.
It's very important to understand all aspects of your arm lift procedure. It's natural to feel some anxiety, whether it's excitement for your anticipated new look or a bit of preoperative stress. Don't be shy about discussing these feelings with your plastic surgeon.