Arm Lift
Sculpted, Confident Arms with Precision Brachioplasty
Arm Lift
Sculpted, Confident Arms with Precision Brachioplasty
Sagging skin on the upper arms is common after weight changes, aging, or simply genetics, and it can make sleeves feel limiting. While exercise strengthens muscles, it cannot tighten the overstretched skin. Many look for solutions to restore a smoother, firmer contour and feel confident in short sleeves.
If loose, hanging skin on the upper arms keeps you out of short sleeves, an arm lift in Dubai can restore a smoother, tighter contour.
Dr. Adel Quttainah offers personalized arm lift surgery in Dubai, often paired with targeted arm liposuction (Dubai), to refine the upper arm and boost confidence with natural-looking and balanced results.
What is an Arm Lift in Dubai?
An arm lift (brachioplasty) reshapes the back and inner aspect of the upper arm by removing excess skin and, when needed, residual fat. While exercise strengthens muscles, it cannot tighten overstretched skin after weight loss or aging.
Brachioplasty addresses this by excising lax tissue and redraping the remaining skin for a smoother silhouette.
Who Is a Good Candidate?
You may be a candidate if you:
- Are bothered by upper-arm skin laxity (“bat wings”) after weight loss or aging
- Maintain a stable, healthy weight and have realistic goals
- Are in good general health and a non-smoker (or willing to quit before and after surgery)
- Understand that a fine, well-placed scar is part of the trade-off for improved contour
During consultation, Dr. Quttainah evaluates skin elasticity, fat distribution, and overall health to recommend the most appropriate approach.
Arm Lift vs. Arm Liposuction (or Both)
Arm liposuction alone is ideal when the primary concern is localized fat with good skin quality. Arm lift surgery is preferred when loose skin is the dominant issue.
People benefit from a combined approach, using precise liposuction to sculpt and skin removal to tighten, delivering comprehensive contouring and predictable refinement.
Arm Lift Options
- Limited-incision (“hidden”) brachioplasty: This procedure uses a shorter incision, often concealed in the underarm crease. It is suitable for mild to moderate skin laxity and is sometimes combined with liposuction.
- Traditional brachioplasty: An incision extending from the armpit toward the elbow to remove more extensive excess skin and reshape the whole upper arm.
- Extended brachioplasty: Addresses the upper arm and lateral chest/axillary roll for patients with significant laxity after major weight loss.
- Liposuction only: For patients with minimal skin excess and good elasticity.
Dr. Adel Quttainah tailors the technique per your anatomy, goals, and lifestyle, prioritizing a discreet scar placement and a balanced arm-to-shoulder transition.
Consultation & Planning
- Medical review: Dr. Adel reviews your health history, current medications, and any prior surgeries.
- Physical assessment: Examination of the upper arms and skin quality to understand your concerns.
- Goal discussion: Align on desired outcomes and realistic expectations.
- Personalized surgical plan: This plan details the incision pattern, whether arm liposuction will be added, the anesthesia approach, the recovery timeline, and the scar-care strategy.
- Pre-operative optimization: Guidance on stopping nicotine and adjusting specific medications to reduce risks and support smooth healing.
Procedure
- Outpatient anesthesia: Performed in a day-surgery setting under anesthesia.
- Pre-op markings: Incision lines planned to keep scars as discreet as possible.
- Precise incisions: Per the plan, redundant skin is carefully excised along the inner/back aspect of the upper arm.
- Selective liposuction (if needed): Added to refine contour and reduce bulk.
- Redraping & contouring: The remaining skin is smoothed for a natural arm shape, followed by layered closure with fine, tension-reducing sutures to help the scars heal flatter.
- Dressings & compression: Applied to control swelling and support the new contour.
- Same-day discharge: You can go home the same day with clear, written aftercare instructions.
Recovery & Scar Maturation
- First week: Expect tightness, swelling, and mild bruising; keep arms elevated and wear your compression sleeves as instructed. Many patients return to desk work within a week.
- Weeks 2–6: Continue compression (often 4–6 weeks). Avoid heavy lifting and vigorous upper-body exercise until cleared.
- Months 3–12+: Swelling continues to settle and scars fade and flatten with proper care. Results are long-lasting when weight remains stable and fitness is maintained.
Safety & Potential Risks
- General surgical risks: Bleeding, infection, and anesthesia-related events.
- Fluid issues: Fluid collection (seroma) that may require drainage.
- Wound concerns: Delayed healing or wound separation.
- Nerve/sensation changes: Temporary or persistent numbness/tingling.
- Contour/scar outcomes: Contour irregularities, asymmetry, widened or visible scars.
- Risk reduction: Choosing an experienced surgeon, optimizing health, and following aftercare instructions properly help minimize risks.
Why Choose Dr. Adel Quttainah
Globally renowned as the best arm lift surgeon Dubai. He offers:
- Specialized expertise in body contouring: Extensive experience with post-weight-loss and age-related arm laxity, including combination techniques with liposuction.
- Natural-looking results: Emphasis on proportion, symmetry, and concealed incision placement for discreet scarring.
- Personalized care: Plans tailored to your anatomy, goals, and lifestyle, with detailed pre- and post-operative guidance.
- Safety-first approach: Evidence-based protocols and meticulous surgical technique to support smooth recovery.
For targeted contouring and sleek definition, choose arm liposuction Dubai with Dr. Adel Quttainah.
Take the Next Step
An arm lift in Dubai is a focused solution for upper-arm laxity that exercise can’t correct. It can be paired with precise liposuction for balanced definition.
With thoughtful scar placement, consistent compression, and stable weight, results remain natural-looking and long-lasting.
Your plan is fully customized to your anatomy, lifestyle, and goals, so your arms look like you, only sleeker.
If you’re ready to feel confident in short sleeves again, schedule a consultation with Dr. Adel Quttainah to discuss arm lift in Dubai with or without arm liposuction and receive a plan tailored to your goals.
Book a consultation with Dr. Adel Quttainah today.
FAQs
Yes. A slim, carefully positioned scar is part of brachioplasty. Most patients find the trade-off worthwhile for the improved contour; scars typically fade over 12–18 months with proper care.
Not always. Liposuction is added when excess fat contributes to fullness; if skin laxity is the main issue, excision is the priority.
Results are long-lasting, but arms will continue to age naturally. A stable weight and a healthy lifestyle help preserve your outcome.
Light walking starts early; most patients resume lower-body exercise in 1–2 weeks and progressive upper-body work after 4–6 weeks, per the surgeon’s guidance.