Brachioplasty in London

An arm lift or arm reduction surgery, also known as a brachioplasty, is a surgery that removes excess sagging skin and fat from the area between the underarm and the elbow, commonly called ‘bingo’ or ‘bat wings’. The surgery provides contoured and toned arms by getting rid of the bingo wings and reshaping the remaining tissue in the area.

With a track record of 4,500 successful procedures, Dr. Omar Tillo is one of the UK’s most trusted specialists in body and arm contouring. Combining surgical expertise with an eye for balance, he creates sleek, natural-looking arm lift results that look seamlessly proportionate to your figure.

Quick Overview of Brachioplasty (Arm Lift) Procedure

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Benefits of Brachioplasty

Due to the natural ageing process or significant weight loss, patients may develop excess skin and fat in the upper arms that they wish to get rid of to achieve their ideal figure. In this case, an arm lift is the best cosmetic solution for contouring the upper arms as it removes the flabbiness in the area, reshapes the remaining tissue, and tightens the remaining skin. 

It’s common to feel self-conscious about bingo wings and struggle to shed the excess fat with diet and exercise alone. Furthermore, after obtaining slimmer and proportionate arms following the arm lift procedure, patients often fit into smaller clothing sizes and achieve better results when lifting weights and performing arm exercises as the excess weight in their arms is no longer in the way.

Who is a Suitable Candidate for Brachioplasty?

Any adult with concerns about excess loose skin in the upper arms can be a good candidate for an arm lift treatment. Ideal candidates for an arm lift are:

• Experiencing significant lax skin on the upper arms
• Non-smokers or able to abstain from smoking in the lead up to the surgery and downtime
• Both physically and mentally healthy
• Have a BMI of 30 or below (see our BMI checker to discover your current BMI)
• Informed about the procedure and have realistic expectations of its outcomes

How Much Brachioplasty Costs in London

In general, the price of an arm lift can vary according to the type of procedure performed. At CREO, prices for an arm lift start from £9,500 but can range up to £12,900 depending on the complexity of the surgery.

Brachioplasty is an individualised procedure, the cost of which varies depending on surgical needs. Therefore, you will receive the exact cost of your surgical procedure after an arm lift consultation with Dr. Tillo.

What to Expect from Your Brachioplasty Procedure 

After administering an anaesthetic, an incision is made in the underarm or the upper arm. The length and placement of the incisions depend on the extent of excess skin in the upper arm. Typically, patients with moderate to severe skin laxity may require an incision that extends from the underarm to the elbow. 

After making the incision, the excess skin and fat is removed from the area. Depending on the amount of fat deposit in the area, the surgeon may use a liposuction procedure to achieve the best results. Afterwards, the remaining tissue is reshaped and the skin is tightened by stitching closed the incisions. 

Recovery

The recovery period for brachioplasty varies from patient to patient and depends on the nature of the arm lift procedure. You will receive detailed aftercare instructions for managing your recovery and we will schedule follow-up visits to assess how you are healing. 

Immediately after the surgery, you may experience swelling, bruising, and soreness in the affected area that will significantly reduce in a few days. In general, most patients can go back to work and resume most daily activities in 1-2 weeks. However, you should avoid strenuous exercise for at least four weeks after the surgery. 

Results

Following the surgery, you will notice immediate results as your upper arms will appear more contoured, and the skin will feel tighter without the excess skin. However, the results will become fully apparent once the post-surgical swelling and bruising completely subsides, which may take up to 6 months. Furthermore, you will have a scar at the site of the incision, which usually fades over time.

Complementary Cosmetic Procedures

Combining other cosmetic procedures with a brachioplasty produces a more dramatic transformation. Furthermore, doing so is more cost-effective and convenient because you can merge the recovery time for all treatments. 

Brachioplasty and Liposuction

Liposuction, also known as suction-assisted lipectomy, is a surgery that removes excess fat from targeted areas of the body. In many cases, surgeons combine liposuction with a Brachioplasty to achieve optimal results by further sculpting and contouring the area. This surgical combination is ideal for patients with a significant amount of excess fat in the area. 

Arm Lift and Tummy Tuck

A tummy tuck, also known as an abdominoplasty, is a surgery that removes excess skin and fat in the abdomen while tightening the muscles in the area. Many patients who want an arm lift also have excess skin in the stomach and weakened abdominal muscles due to drastic weight loss, pregnancy, or the natural ageing process. In this case, it is common to combine an arm lift with a tummy tuck for a more contoured body.

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