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Definition
By Mayo Clinic staff
An arm lift — also known as brachioplasty — is a cosmetic surgical procedure to improve the appearance of the under portion of your upper arms.
During an arm lift, excess skin and fat is removed from the underarms — between the armpit and elbow. The skin is then draped back over the newly repositioned contours to create a more toned look.
You might choose to have an arm lift if the undersides of your upper arms are sagging. An arm lift might also boost your body image.
References
- Mang WL. Manual of Aesthetic Surgery. 2nd ed. New York, N.Y.: Springer; 2010:351.
- Arm lift. American Society of Plastic Surgeons. http://www.plasticsurgery.org/Cosmetic-Procedures/Arm-Lift.html. Accessed June 22, 2012.
- Jacobson SR (expert opinion). Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minn. Aug. 3, 2012.
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