Arm Lift

Reshaping the Upper Arm

An arm lift, or brachioplasty, is for upper arms where skin hangs between the armpit and the elbow. The aim is a cleaner arm outline by removing that sagging skin.

• The operation focuses on the upper arm, not the forearm
• Sagging skin is excised so the arm outline can look smoother
• Exercise alone does not remove skin that has lost elasticity

Skin and Fat Along the Arm

Excess fat can be removed at the same time when it contributes to the heaviness of the arm. The balance between skin excision and fat removal follows what is actually present.

• Fat is addressed only where it adds to the arm contour
• Skin removal is the main step when laxity is the dominant issue
• The two steps are combined only if both are needed

Arm Lift Scars and Aftercare

Brachioplasty leaves a scar, usually along the inner arm, and that trade-off is discussed before surgery. Aftercare watches swelling, the wound and how freely the arm moves.

• Scar position is explained before you decide
• Swelling and wound care are reviewed after the operation
• Arm movement is checked as the tissues settle

Estecenter in Istanbul matches an arm lift to the laxity of your upper arms and explains the scar before a date is set.