What is Arm Lift (Brachioplasty)?
Arm-lift surgery (brachioplasty) removes excess skin and may improve the contour of the upper arms — often after weight loss or with age, when loose skin doesn't respond to exercise.
Who is it for? Loose, hanging skin on the upper arms, in people with a stable weight.
- Anaesthesia
- General anaesthesia
- Hospital stay
- Day case or one night
- Recovery
- 2 weeks; avoid lifting 4–6 weeks
- Results
- Visible once swelling settles
Your surgery journey
- 1
Consultation with the surgeon: goals, anatomy, options and risks
- 2
Pre-operative assessment and tests
- 3
Surgery at an accredited facility
- 4
Recovery with clear aftercare instructions
- 5
Follow-up visits to check healing and results
Safety and risks
Like any surgery, this procedure carries risks such as bleeding, infection, scarring, asymmetry and anaesthesia-related complications. The scar runs along the inner arm and takes months to fade. Your surgeon will explain your individual risks and how they are minimised.
Frequently asked questions
Am I a good candidate?
Good candidates are in good general health, non-smokers (or willing to stop), with realistic expectations. Your surgeon decides after assessment.
Where is the scar?
Along the inner upper arm, where it is less visible.
Is liposuction combined?
Often, to refine the shape.
When can I exercise?
Light activity after 2 weeks; full exercise after about 6 weeks.
Surgical procedures require a surgeon consultation and pre-operative assessment. Results and risks vary between individuals.