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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
What is an arm lift?
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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.
