Overview
An arm lift (brachioplasty) removes loose skin from the upper arm area. Excess skin or “bat wings” can appear after a significant weight loss or due to aging and sun exposure. Frisco, Plano, & Allen TX plastic surgeon, Dr. Robert Najera, performs arm lift surgery to remove unwanted, hanging skin from the upper arms and re-contours the remaining skin to reveal tighter, younger looking upper arms. If fat deposits also exist in the upper arm area, liposuction can be combined with the arm lift for the best results. Patients should be at a stable, healthy weight before and after the procedure for a lasting effect.
Best Candidates
Excess skin on the upper arm can affect men and women for various reasons. It is usually caused by a large amount of weight loss, and even though the pounds are gone, the skin is not able to shrink to a smaller size. Natural aging and gravity can also loosen skin tone over time. Patients who are at or near their healthy, stable weight will get the best results from an arm lift. The arm lift will remove unwanted skin and re-shape the arm for a toned appearance that look great in fitted and sleeveless shirts. Dr. Najera will discuss what results each individual can expect during the initial consultation.
What to Expect
An arm lift is usually performed as an outpatient surgery in 1-2 hours under general anesthesia or local anesthesia with sedation. The length of the incision will vary based on the amount of excess skin to be removed. Dr. Najera will trim away any existing loose skin, remove unwanted pockets of fat, and once the desired contour has been achieved, he will carefully suture the remaining skin back together. Dr. Najera takes great care to make the incision in the least visible part of the arm, but a scar will be left by the surgery. The scar will fade over time if the patient follows proper care instructions, including minimal sun exposure.
Arm Lift Reviews
Tummy Tuck & Arm Lift. Frisco, TX - I selected Dr. Najera for the procedure and he did an amazing job. I am so happy with the results and both he and his office staff were wonderful throughout the entire process.
I have been a super fan of Dr Dallas(najera) for 2 years. Love all of his staff and him especially. He listens to your wants and tells you if your wishes are realistic. Would recommend him to everyone I know. Just recently had a breast augmentation with lift and a brachioplasty with lipo to my arms and double chin. The pain is tolerable and he makes sure you are comfortable. Can't wait to book my tummy tuck. Go see dr Dallas you will not regret it!
I lost 100lbs and my next step was getting my excess skin removed. I went to several Doctors at home in San Antonio, I looked at their work and wasn't wowed by the results. Soon after doing more research and following Dr.Robert Najera on snap he answered so many questions before I even set the consultation so I was prepared when I came to see him. His work changed my outlook on my body. I'm no model but man do I feel amazing in my own skin. The scar has to justify the removal and I had a lot to remove and those thin Micro suturing lines don't bother me one bit. They're perfectly well place and the contouring is beyond amazing. I'm 1 year post op for a 360 body lift breast lift and 2 months post op from a vertical thigh and extended arm lift. Dr. Robert Najera executes precision on the operating table and is personable just as well. Thank you so much for everything
I lost 100lbs and my next step was getting my excess skin removed. I went to several Doctors at home in San Antonio, I looked at their work and wasn’t wowed by the results. Soon after doing more research and following Dr.Robert Najera on snap he answered so many questions before I even set the consultation so I was prepared when I came to see him. His work changed my outlook on my body. I’m no model but man do I feel amazing in my own skin. The scar has to justify the removal and I had a lot to remove and those thin Micro suturing lines don’t bother me one bit. They’re perfectly well place and the contouring is beyond amazing. I’m 1 year post op for a 360 body lift breast lift and 2 months post op from a vertical thigh and extended arm lift. Dr. Robert Najera Executes personable just as well as his work. Thank you so much for everything ❤️
I lost 100lbs and my next step was getting my excess skin removed. I went to several Doctors at home in San Antonio, I looked at their work and wasn’t wowed by the results. Soon after doing more research and following Dr.Robert Najera on snap he answered so many questions before I even set the consultation so I was prepared when I came to see him. His work changed my outlook on my body. I’m no model but man do I feel amazing in my own skin. The scar has to justify the removal and I had a lot to remove and those thin Micro suturing lines don’t bother me one bit. They’re perfectly well place and the contouring is beyond amazing. I’m 1 year post op for a 360 body lift breast lift and 2 months post op from a vertical thigh and extended arm lift. Dr. Robert Najera executes precision on the operating table and is personable just as well. Thank you so much for everything
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Plan Your Procedure
Recovery Time
4-6 Weeks
Average Procedure Time
2 Hours
Post-op Follow-up
1 Week
Procedure Recovery Location
Out-Patient
Brachioplasty Recovery
After the arm lift procedure, most patients will be able to leave the same day. Patients should expect temporary swelling, bruising, and some pain for 1-2 weeks after the surgery. To promote circulation and healing, arms should be kept elevated as much as possible. The hands and arms will be weak at first, but strength should return and allow careful use after 1-2 weeks. Weight training and exercise can be done 4-6 weeks after surgery. Patients can expect to see final results after 3 months. Results will be permanent as long as a healthy weight is maintained.
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Expected Cost
An arm lift usually costs from $5,000 to $6,500. If an arm lift is combined with another procedure, like liposuction, the cost will increase.
Get Toned Arms Today!
Weight loss is an incredible achievement and while the results can be life-changing, sometimes, additional work is needed to get the aesthetic improvement you want. If your arms have loose and hanging skin and you are ready to create a more toned look, we invite you to call our Frisco, TX plastic surgery office and make an appointment today.