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Arm Lift

Brachioplasty

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AnesthesiaGeneral, or local with sedation

Procedure time2–3 hours

Downtime1–2 weeks

ResultsRefines over 3–6 months

Brachioplasty

Arm Lift

Removes excess skin and fat from the upper arms for a firmer, more toned contour.

An arm lift, or brachioplasty, removes loose, sagging skin and excess fat from the upper arms to create a firmer, smoother, more toned contour. It's most often sought after significant weight loss or with the natural loss of skin elasticity that comes with age, when exercise alone can no longer tighten the area.

Dr. Marciales tailors the technique to how much skin needs to be removed, placing incisions discreetly along the inner arm, and often combines the lift with targeted liposuction for the most refined, athletic result.

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Is It Right for You?

Am I a Candidate?

Ideal candidates have loose upper-arm skin that hangs or sways, often after major weight loss, and a stable weight. Good candidates are healthy non-smokers who understand the trade-off of a discreet scar in exchange for tighter, more defined arms.

Loose, sagging upper-arm skin
Significant weight loss with residual skin
A stable weight and good health
Comfortable with a discreet inner-arm scar
A non-smoker with realistic expectations

Why Patients Choose It

The Benefits

Removes loose, hanging upper-arm skin
Tighter, smoother, more toned arms
Improved comfort in sleeves and clothing
Often combined with liposuction for definition
Long-lasting result with a stable weight

What to Expect

The Procedure

Through an incision placed discreetly along the inner arm — its length matched to how much skin needs removal — Dr. Marciales excises excess skin and fat and tightens the underlying tissue for a firm, smooth contour. Where fat is the main concern and skin is elastic, liposuction alone may suffice.

The procedure takes two to three hours under general anesthesia or local with sedation, on an outpatient basis at the accredited facility within New City Medical Plaza.

Before Surgery

How to Prepare

Attend a consultation and complete labs
Stop smoking and nicotine several weeks beforehand
Pause blood thinners and supplements as directed
Arrange a ride home and light help
Prepare loose, easy-to-wear tops
Have your compression sleeves ready

Healing, Week by Week

Your Recovery Timeline

First week

Expect soreness, swelling, and bruising. You'll keep the arms elevated when resting and wear compression sleeves, avoiding raising the arms overhead or lifting.

Weeks 2–3

Discomfort eases and many patients return to desk work. Continue compression and gentle movement; avoid strain and heavy lifting.

Weeks 4–6

Activity and light upper-body exercise resume gradually with clearance. Swelling steadily settles.

Months 2–6

The contour refines and the scar begins to fade and flatten, continuing to improve over the first year.

The Outcome

Your Results

Your arms look firmer and more contoured right away, with the final, smooth result emerging as swelling resolves over three to six months. The inner-arm scar fades and softens over the first year.

Results are long-lasting with a stable weight and a healthy lifestyle.

Investment

Cost & Personalized Quote

An arm lift is quoted individually because it depends on how much skin is removed and whether liposuction is included. After your consultation you'll receive a clear, written quote.

The extent of skin removal
Whether liposuction is combined
Length of surgery and anesthesia
Accredited-facility and garment costs

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Real Results

Before & After

Individual results vary. Photographs are of Dr. Marciales' own patients, shared with consent.

Good to Know

Arm Lift FAQ

Will an arm lift leave a scar?

Yes — removing loose skin requires an incision, placed discreetly along the inner arm. The scar fades and softens over the first year; its length depends on how much skin is removed.

Can liposuction alone tighten my arms?

If your concern is fat and your skin is still elastic, liposuction alone may be enough. When loose, hanging skin is the issue, an arm lift is needed to remove it. Dr. Marciales advises at your consultation.

Is an arm lift common after weight loss?

Yes — it's one of the most requested procedures after major or bariatric weight loss, when significant loose skin remains on the upper arms.

How long until I can lift and exercise?

Overhead motion and lifting are limited for the first weeks; light upper-body exercise typically resumes gradually around four to six weeks with clearance.

When will I see the final result?

Arms look firmer immediately, but the final contour settles as swelling resolves over three to six months, with the scar continuing to fade for a year.

Are the results permanent?

The removed skin is gone permanently. Maintaining a stable weight keeps your firmer arm contour looking its best.