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Have you lived summer after summer feeling like you can’t wear a sleeveless shirt? Have hours at the gym not been able to address your loose, dangling upper arms? Now, you can finally achieve the arm aesthetic you’ve been dreaming of with our Newport Beach Arm Lift procedure for toned and tightened upper arm contour.

why choose pacifica?

Triple board-certified Newport Beach plastic surgeon, Dr. Douglas Hendricks, is a proud member of esteemed organizations such as the American Association of Plastic Surgeons and the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery. But Dr. Hendricks is more than an accomplished surgeon, author, and speaker — he is a dedicated advocate for delivering exceptional care and tailored results to every individual he serves. His commitment goes beyond professional accolades, aiming to ensure that each patient has an outstanding experience and achieves results uniquely suited to their needs.

Arm Lifts at Pacifica Cosmetic Surgery

At Pacifica Cosmetic Surgery Center, we are guided by the philosophy that plastic surgery should offer a subtle and natural-looking outcome rather than appearing obvious or stark. Newport Beach plastic surgeon, Dr. Douglas Hendricks, offers arm lifts and is committed to achieving exquisitely natural results that elevate and rejuvenate without the risk of an overdone aesthetic.

What is an arm lift?

An arm lift, also known as brachioplasty, is a surgical cosmetic procedure that is used to address sagging or excess skin in the upper arms. This treatment is often sought by patients who have experienced significant weight loss or signs of aging, leading to the loss of skin elasticity in the upper arm area. The procedure typically involves the removal of excess skin and fat from the upper arms, resulting in a more toned and defined appearance.

arm lift vs liposuction

While both procedures are meant to enhance the appearance of the arms, they target different issues and involve distinct techniques. An arm lift is primarily performed to address excess skin and sagging in the upper arms and involves the surgical removal of excess skin and, in some cases, fat from the upper arms, which results in a more toned and sculpted arm aesthetic. Liposuction targets excess fat deposits in the arms and uses suction to remove localized fat but does not address loose skin.

arm lift benefits

An arm lift can significantly enhance quality of life by addressing physical aspects associated with sagging or excess skin in the upper arms, along with lifting confidence. Key benefits for our arm lift patients include:

Achieve more sculpted and toned arms
Boost self-confidence and body image
Comfortably wear a range of clothing styles
Long-lasting results

who is a candidate?

Ideal candidates for an arm lift typically have excess skin and, in some cases, excess fat in the upper arms, which may be the result of aging, significant weight loss, or genetic factors. Candidates should be in good general health and free from underlying medical conditions that could impede the healing process. If you’d like to find out if you’d make a good candidate for an arm lift Newport Beach plastic surgeon, Dr. Hendricks, can address that and any other questions you have during a consultation. Contact us today!

Consultation & Preparation

Our goal is to provide personalized and comprehensive treatment for each procedure that we perform, and this begins during your private consultation. We will provide you with a detailed treatment plan and instructions about specific preparation guidelines to ensure optimal outcomes.

what's the procedure like?

This procedure is typically performed under general anesthesia, but intravenous sedation may be used depending on the extent of the surgery. The plastic surgeon begins by making incisions on the inner arms. Excess skin and, if necessary, excess fat are carefully removed to achieve the desired contour. The remaining skin is meticulously tightened and sutured to create a more toned and lifted appearance. In most cases, an arm lift takes around two to three hours to complete.

results, recovery & aftercare

While recovery after arm lift is generally not extremely painful, patients will likely experience some tenderness, discomfort, or tightness for a few days.

In most cases, initial recovery takes about two weeks, depending on the patient, and full healing is complete in one to two months. Optimal results, including scar healing, may take up to a year.

arm lift frequently asked questions

Recovery after arm lift surgery is a relatively low-pain experience, and most patients experience only mild tenderness or discomfort.

As with any surgery, possible risks could include bruising, bleeding or complications from anasthesia. When performed by a qualified surgeon, the risks are low and will be discussed in detail during your consultation.

Since this is a surgical procedure that works to remove loose skin, the results are permanent. However, future significant weight changes could alter your results.

Yes, we often include brachioplasty as part of a comprehensive surgical body contouring plan that might include procedures like a tummy tuck, mommy makeover or liposuction.

The cost of your arm lift will depend on the extent of surgery and each patient’s individual treatment plan.

Amy Le

Dr. Hendricks removed a facial mole years after a previous dermatologist refused to do because they were afraid of the end result looking worse. As a result, I've been afraid that this was a realistic possibility if I further pursued removing it. I'm happy to report that Dr. Hendricks has fantastic bedside care and assured me he wouldn't make it look worse. Dr. Hendricks' biolase water laser was pretty gentle and no anesthesia was needed. I appreciated the required 3 week follow-up to ensure the mole was completely gone and healing was going well.

Kristy Morris

I have been going to Dr Hendricks for the past 6+ years and have used him for many cosmetics enhancing procedures, including, facial skin laser, botox, liposuction, cheek lift and most recently an eye lid (skin removal) procedure. I could not be happier with the results that Dr. Hendricks delivered for all of the procedures. He has the best surgical team too. The communication across the board from the beginning to the end of the procedure is excellent and I felt very safe with all of my surgeries. His pre and post care process is so methodical, that you really know what you are doing before and post- surgery - the care is a 5 star plus!

phomey12

Calf augmentation surgery was always appealing given the size of my lower-legs. Throughout my life, I struggled to grow my calves (despite countless hours in the gym), which was frustrating. I was generally embarrassed by the lack of size in this area. Having the courage to consult Dr. Hendricks was difficult initially. However, he made the process less intimidating. Both prior to, and following, the surgery, Dr. Hendricks was available for questions and concerns. His attentiveness and reassurance was greatly appreciated. And, his work is/was stellar. I am now three months post-surgery and feel a renewed sense of confidence (particularly while wearing shorts). Thanks again, Dr. Hendricks.

Brian Chester

Great experience! Dr. Hendricks is kind, patient and incredibly knowledgeable. He made me feel comfortable through the entire procedure. Highly recommend!

A D

Amazing prices and amazing staff! Dr. Hendricks is awesome. I got multiple moles removed with no pain. I was completely comfortable and was given extra after care material to take home. This place is great!!

Asif

I would like to start by saying that Dr. Hendricks is simply awesome! I have recently had a facial mole removed at his office and the entire experience, from the initial consultation to the procedure itself, was outstanding. After reading about his scar-less laser mole removal method, I contacted his office for a consultation. I had to re-schedule my first appointment due to a work related issue but they had no problem accommodating the change (a special shout out to Christine for being so patient with me :)). I was sent timely reminders about the appointment, which was nice. On the day of the consultation, I did some quick paperwork followed by a chat with Dr. Hendricks. He's a very friendly and likeable person, which made the entire process much less nerve-racking. I could tell he really cares about his patients. During the consultation, we decided that we were going to have the mole removed the same day. It took about 10 minutes and Dr. Hendricks was diligent about asking me if I was uncomfortable at any point during the process. I didn't really feel anything after the local anesthesia. I followed his post-op instructions and after about 3 weeks, I can hardly tell I had a mole there! Pretty thrilled, to be quite honest. Overall, I couldn't be happier with the result and will definitely go back to Dr. Hendricks for future procedures.

Kaitlin Sandeno

Wonderful experience! Great staff & enjoyed Doctor Hendricks. Really looking forward to seeing my Sofwave results.

Jennifer Toyama

Dr. Hendricks always puts the patient first. His communication through each and every process or procedure is impeccable!

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