Liposuction and arm lift (brachioplasty) procedures are performed on the arm area. Liposuction may not be sufficient in cases where excessive sagging occurs in the area between the shoulder and elbow. Sagging skin is particularly noticeable in older adults and after significant weight loss. In such cases, if necessary, fat is vacuumed and excess skin is removed.

How is the Procedure Performed?
Laser lipolysis on the back of the arm is generally used for moderate fullness and sagging, and it offers a satisfactory solution. Along with fat removal, laser therapy can also address moderate sagging skin.

If excess fat in the arm is accompanied by significant sagging skin with high elasticity, an arm lift removes the sagging skin, and any existing fat is vacuumed away. This procedure, performed horizontally and vertically, tightens the excess skin. A slight scar extending from the elbow to the armpit is concealed in the armpit and the adjacent arm.

What is the Treatment Duration?
The procedure takes approximately one hour and is performed under general anesthesia, and the patient is discharged the following day. After the procedure, you’ll experience mild pain for two days, and regular wear of a brace is recommended for 10 days. Bruising takes approximately one week to heal. The patient can return to their normal activities the day after surgery, provided they avoid heavy lifting.