Plastic Surgery
Arm Lift
Excessive weight loss and aging may lead to excess sagging in the inner and upper arm.
Operation area depends on the severity of the sagging and liposuction will be used in combination with this procedure.
All age groups.
1 to 3 hours.
It is done under general anesthesia.
Scars are between the armpit and elbow.
Approximately 1 day.
Quitting smoking is advised 1 month prior to the operation. Wearing arm bandages is recommended up to 6 weeks to prevent edema.
2 weeks is the ideal time to resume daily routines.