Arm Lift (Brachioplasty)

As with other areas of the body, aging and gravity have negative effects on the upper arms. This is also an area where fat tends to deposit in women. Loose skin and excess fat in the upper arms can be addressed surgically with the arm lift operation. Younger women with relatively elastic skin and excess fat alone may be candidates for liposuction of the upper arms. Dr. Miller or Mary Lee Cudd at Fayetteville Plastic Surgery can determine which method is best for your situation.

Ace wraps are used for the first 7-10 days. All sutures are beneath the skin surface, so there is no suture removal afterwards. Most patients return to work after 3 weeks if their jobs requires no lifting.