Arm lift surgery is a procedure that improves the appearance of your upper arms. Between the armpit and the elbow, excess skin and fat are removed, and the remaining skin is repositioned over the contoured features.
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Arm lift surgery is a procedure that improves the appearance of your upper arms. Between the armpit and the elbow, excess skin and fat are removed, and the remaining skin is repositioned over the contoured features.
Many people choose to undergo an arm lift procedure because they are self-conscious or concerned by excess sagging skin and fat pockets in their upper arms (which is not improved with diet or exercise). The skin on your upper arms changes as you get older, sagging and loosening. Significant weight reduction might also cause sagging on the undersides of your upper arms.
While exercise can strengthen and improve muscle tone in the upper arm, it can’t address excess skin that has lost elasticity.
An arm lift reshapes the upper arms, reduces sagging skin, tightens/smooths the shape of your arm, and reduces localized fat pockets. You may want an arm lift if:
If you meet the following criteria, you may be an excellent candidate for an arm lift:
Step One – Anesthesia
You will be administered one of the following for your arm lift surgery:
Step Two – The Incision
Depending on the amount and location of excess skin to be removed, the incision length and pattern will vary. Incisions are usually placed on the inside of the arm or on the back of the arm, depending on the surgeon’s preference. The incision may extend from the underarm just to above the elbow, and excess fat may be manually removed or treated with liposuction.
Step Three – Closing the Incisions
Your incisions will be closed with dissolvable sutures or stitches that will be removed after one to two weeks after your surgery.
Step Four – See the Results
The results of your arm lift procedure will be able to be seen immediately after your procedure, but there will be significant amounts of swelling and bruising.
An arm lift usually takes around two to three hours depending on your surgeon and the complexity of your procedure.
After your arm lift procedure is complete, your incisions will be covered in bandages, and you may have small tubes in your arms to drain any excess fluid or blood.
Your surgeon will give you specific care instructions. One to two days after surgery, the bandages and drains may be removed. To reduce swelling and speed up your recovery, you will be given a compression garment to wear. You should avoid strenuous activities, especially those that require you to lift your arms or bear any weight.
There will be a scar from the incision, but it will be as minimal and inconspicuous as possible. It normally takes two weeks for a full recovery.
As long as you maintain a healthy weight, arm lift surgery results are very long-lasting, and you will be able to maintain the results of your surgery. However, as you age, your skin will naturally lose elasticity and firmness, and some sagging might occur.
The cost of an arm lift surgery in Canada varies depending on the procedure’s scope and what province the procedure is performed in. A consultation with your surgeon will be able to give you an exact price for your procedure. In Canada, an arm lift surgery costs between $8,500-$10,000.
Arm lift surgery carries the same risks as any other major surgery; although rare, here are a few additional risks to consider:
358/380 people who have undergone an arm lift procedure have rated the procedure “Worth It” (94%)