Arm lift surgery in Islamabad

Overview: 

Are your arms giving you an aged or saggy appearance?
The solution is here! Get an Arm lift surgery in Islamabad and Rawalpindi to tighten sagging arms that don’t fit well in clothes and affect your body shape. Saggy arms can lower your confidence and stop you from enjoying fitted outfits, as you feel the need to hide your unshaped arms. We bring you the solution to this problem, let’s explore how it works!

QUICK FACTS:

Procedure type Surgical 
Target Saggy arms 
Cost PKR 110,000 – 220,000 
Duration 45 minutes to 1 hour 
Downtime 1 – 2 weeks 
Results Permanent 
Safety FDA-approved 
Side effects Minimal 

What is an Arm Lift\Brachioplasty

Brachioplasty or Arm Lift Surgery is the removal of loose skin, generally in the underarm area. Sometimes we do an extended brachioplasty that goes around the bottom of the arm and across the chest area.

This procedure is generally performed for post-weight-loss patients. They often struggle with several issues due to loose skin:

  • Physical discomfort
  • Poor clothing fit
  • Rashes and rubbing
  • Interference with exercise

Many patients may have lost a lot of weight and want to keep exercising to maintain it, but the loose, flopping underarm skin causes rashes and discomfort.

Results| Brachioplasty Before and After: 

The satisfaction rates of brachioplasty is higher as 95% of people with arm lift surgery have seen significant change in their arm shapes. They have experienced:  

  • No saggy or loose skin 
  • No bulging arms 
  • Lifted arms 

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Types of Brachioplasty: 

There are different approaches depending on whether you only have skin laxity or also fat in the area. Customizing the operation is very important.

Types Best For Details 
Mini BrachioplastyThis option is ideal for patients with mild sagging or bulk that liposuction alone cannot correct.
  • Involves a small transverse incision in the underarm area.
  • Excess skin is pulled toward the chest wall.
  • Often combined with liposuction to reduce bulk and improve contour.
Standard BrachioplastyThe most common approach, suitable for patients with mild to moderate loose skin and bulkiness.
  • Involves an incision running along the inside of the arm, extending into the underarm area
  • Allows removal of excess skin plus liposuction for better contour.
  • Helps reduce skin laxity while minimizing tension on the incision, which can improve scar appearance.
Extended BrachioplastyBest for patients with massive weight loss who are left with significant skin laxity
  • Incision may extend from the forearm, across the inner arm, through the elbow, and into the underarm
  • Sometimes extended onto the chest wall to address excess skin in that area.
  • Provides comprehensive contouring and avoids uneven results, such as “Popeye arms.”

What to Know Before an Arm Lift Surgery: 

  • Not everyone qualifies for an arm lift (brachioplasty)
  • You need to be the right type of patient for the procedure.
  • The approach depends on the amount of excess skin and tissue.
  • Every surgery is customized to each patient.
  • Each patient’s body and goals are unique.

Patient’s Indications: 

  • People with excess skin and soft tissue on the upper arm (between the armpit and elbow) are potential candidates.
  • Sometimes, this excess tissue can extend onto the chest wall.

Patients at their ideal BMI:

  • They have lost all the weight and have very little fat left in the tissues
  • For these patients, the surgery is primarily about removing excess skin.

Patients with loose skin and residual fat:

  • These patients may still be in the higher BMI range.
  • For them, we often combine skin removal with liposuction.

Step by Step Procedure: 

Arm lift surgery is an in office procedure which is done by our professional surgeons: 

  • Consultation: To discuss medical history and other medical formalities 
  • Anesthesia: General anesthesia is applied to avoid any pain and discomfort during the procedure 
  • Incision: Incision is made after marking to remove fat. 
  • Removing Fat and Tightening: Extra fat is removed which tightens the saggy skin. 
  • Closing Incision: Incision is closed and pressure garments are applied to reduce pain and swelling. 

Incision Details: 

  • Incision Placement: Made in the armpit (axilla), sometimes extending a few inches down the inside of the arm or up to the elbow.
  • Scar Location: Generally lies in the groove between the biceps and triceps; usually hidden when arms are resting down.
  • Comparison with Standard Arm Lift: Mini brachioplasty scars run at a perpendicular angle, while standard arm lift scars run along the length of the upper arm.
  • Chest Wall Extension: In some cases, the incision may extend straight down from the armpit onto the chest wall to address sagging in that area.

Recovery Timeline: 

Most patients go home the same day. Recovery takes several weeks, with activity restrictions to allow proper healing: 

Stages Details 
Overall RecoveryArm lift recovery can really be up to about a two-month recovery.
First 10 DaysThe initial 10 days after your surgery are going to be very limited in what you can and can’t do, pretty much nothing for the first 10 days with your arms.
After Sutures RemovalOnce your sutures are out, you’re going to have to really limit how much you’re lifting and even how much you’re moving your arms and putting tension on those incisions.
20 – 30 days For the first month or so, nothing heavier than about five or ten pounds should be lifted.
Swelling Swelling and tightness are common for the first few weeks.
BruisingMost bruising improves within 2–3 weeks.
Healing Listening to your body, following the surgeon’s directions, and being mindful of your activities are the best ways to ensure proper healing and excellent results after an arm lift.

Aftercare Guidelines to Protect Your Arm Lift Surgery: 

  • Arms wrapped with Ace bandages for the first 2 weeks (while sutures in).
  • Bandages give compression and keep everything in place
  • Helps new skin heal properly after closure.
  • Be mindful of activities.
  • Even lifting a gallon of milk is too heavy.
  • Pulling on incision can cause separation and wider scars.
  • Staying still for a couple of weeks gives the best result.
  • After sutures out, wear a long-sleeve compression bra.
  • Helps control swelling and supports healing.
  • Wear 24/7 from day 10–30 (except showering).
  • Follow nurse instructions carefully.
  • Around 4 weeks, start normal activities.
  • No lifting/pushing/pulling more than 5 lbs until cleared.

Risks and Complications: 

  • Risks vary depending on the patient’s health before surgery. 
  • Surgeons may request medical clearance from your primary care provider. 
  • The main risks include infection, as the incision is longer. 
  • However, infection rates are very low, and antibiotics can be prescribed if needed.

FAQ,S Of Arm Lift Surgery:

The number varies, but fine dissolvable stitches are usually placed along the incision.

 Initial results are visible right after surgery, with final results after swelling subsides in a few months.

Yes, options like radiofrequency, laser tightening, or liposuction may help mild cases but are less effective than surgery.

 Full recovery generally takes 6–8 weeks.

Yes, scars are permanent but fade and improve with proper care.

Temporary swelling, bruising, numbness, or scarring may occur.

Yes, it is generally safe when performed by a qualified surgeon.

Book Your Appointment Right Now! 

Book your appointment at Glamorous Aesthetic Clinic and get rid of your bulky or saggy arms. Our professional team is available to meet your aesthetic needs. You can visit our website or visit us directly to discuss your concerns.