What is upper arm lift surgery?

The loss of elasticity of the skin as we age or significant weight loss can create sagging skin on the arm. An upper arm lift, or brachioplasty, is designed to remove the loose skin and leave the arms firm and contoured for a youthful appearance.

Dr. Scott Haydon a board certified plastic surgeon and the professional team at Austin Plastic Surgery Institute & Skin Care Clinic can walk you through the upper arm lift procedure and the benefits of the surgery. Dr. Haydon has performed many upper arm lift surgeries, leaving patients confident to wear clothes that reveal their arms and happy with the new toned look.

The upper arm lift surgery procedure

Every patient is unique. When you meet with Dr. Haydon to discuss your upper arm lift surgery, he’ll explain where the incision will be made on your arm and the length of the cut. Both factors depend on the amount and location of excess skin to be removed. Generally, incisions are made on the inside or back of the arm. In some cases, the incision may extend from the underarm to just above the elbow. If there is only a small excess in the upper arm near the armpit, a smaller modified incision can be used with a more concealed scar.

Once the skin is removed and additional fat tissue liposuctioned if needed, the underlying supportive tissue is reshaped and tightened to support the new contour. The skin is pulled smooth over your arm to reveal a toned, trim look.

The procedure typically takes about 1-2 hours, and the recovery is 1-2 weeks in most cases.

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What results can I expect?

Brachioplasty results are typically long-lasting, but some sagging skin may return as you age. To optimize your results, exercise routinely and maintain a healthy diet. In addition to the visual aesthetic change you’ll experience following an upper arm lift, you’ll also increase your confidence and enjoy different styles of clothing you’ve avoided for some time.

Call our dedicated team to book your consultation with Dr. Haydon to see how an upper arm lift can change your appearance and shift your self-confidence.

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Megan C.

Dr. Scott Haydon is a master of his craft with a great bedside manner to boot. I am so please with the results of my surgery. From the consultation to the final follow up, he and his staff have been great. Definitely would recommend this place for any of your aesthetic needs.❤️

Baxter L.

Dr. Haydon and his entire team made my experience extremely comfortable. I’m a pretty introverted person that worked really hard to get to a point where I felt comfortable and confident enough to finally get liposuction. I had very large love handles that did not really go away after losing 30 pounds. It was really eff...

Elizabeth L.

Dr. Haydon performed my breast implant revision with mesh (aka internal bra) support. He corrected breast asymmetry that occurred with a revision I had two years ago with another plastic surgeon. I'm 5 months out and have had zero issues. I went back to work within 5 days! I highly recommend Dr. Haydon!

Jill L.

Dr Haydon has been great! He took the time to really explain everything and make sure that I understood the whole process. He listened and helped me to get the results that I was looking for.

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I can't recommend Dr. Haydon enough! He is extremely knowledgeable and has great bedside manners. He spent adequate time answering all of my questions over the course of several appointments and created a game plan that I felt very confident in! His Staff is equally amazing, friendly and responsive!! Overall great expe...

Arienne W.

I never have to wait in the crowded lobby, even when I’m early I get seen right away. Dr. Haydon is THE best. He is so kind and very personable. Answers all my questions and really cares about the outcome. And his team is equally amazing — Wanda and Taylor are very warm and have great people skills. Very happy with my ...

Arielle A.

I underwent a breast reduction and couldn’t have felt more comfortable. I was constantly reassured that everything was going to come out okay and, in the end, I’m extremely happy with my results.

Samantha S.

Dr. Haydon and his staff were all so great! After several breast augmentation consults, I had never had one like this before. Dr. Haydon was so informative, honest and kind. He made me feel so comfortable. I knew right then that I would choose him for my surgery. I couldn’t be happier with my results. Highly recommend!...

Christina G.

I initially visited Dr. Haydon‘s office back in April 2022 because I was wanting to have a mommy make over or fix things I was not happy with on my body. It was my 25th anniversary gift to myself. I met with Dr. Haydon and his staff several times over the course of six months before I finally decided what I wanted to h...

Rosemary V.

On my weight loss journey I did a lot of research for a doctor to do my next plastic/skin removal surgery. There was such an ease and a warm friendly atmosphere with my first consultation with Dr. Haydon and his staff that I moved forward with surgery with Dr. Haydon. As I continue to heal, I already have amazing resul...

Christine L.

Dr. Haydon is top notch. He was the only breast augmentation consult I went to and fell in love with how friendly, honest, straightforward, and hospitable he and his staff were. I felt incredibly confident with him as my doctor and am absolutely in love with my results. He is gentle and not pushy at all, I trusted his ...

Ruthie H.

Dr. Haydon and his staff were very professional and great in every way. They were excellent at answering all of my questions and at follow-up. Best of all, I had a great result from my breast reduction surgery; they turned out beautiful and my neck pain is greatly diminished.

Kathleen K.

Dr. Haydon and his team surpassed all of my expectations throughout the entire process of my mommy makeover! His resources and methods were beyond impressive and premier. I fully knew what to expect before my procedure, and the results were exactly as we had anticipated!! I went into my consultation very nervous and al...

Alissa C.

I had a labiaplasty surgery with Dr. Haydon. He did an amazing job and I would highly recommend him. He is very attentive and caring. The surgery and the recovery went very smoothly. The only regret I have is not doing it sooner!

Vilija L.

I can not explain how happy I am with the results of my breast augmentation. I went in expecting them to look good but had no idea the amount of confidence they would give me! Dr. Haydon is very knowledgeable about breast augmentation and was honest about what he felt was best to compliment my body. His team was extrem...

Beth H.

My rhinoplasty was my first time getting plastic surgery. The bump on my nose has always bothered me and I was finally taking the jump - exciting but also scary! I did a ton of research and communicated with a few different doctors in Austin. I decided to go with Dr. Haydon because of his experience and realistic appr...

Dominique

I've heard nothing but great things about Dr. Haydon over the years and had no doubt he'd be my guy when I got breast implants redone and I'm so grateful for all of the recommendations to go to him. He, his staff, everyone and everything about this process was comfortable, seamless, refreshing...Everyone is friendly, w...

Rachal R.

Dr. M. Scott Haydon performed a great breast augmentation and tummy tuck. He was very patient with me and took a lot of time explaining the procedure with me. His nurse Wanda was wonderful, also. I highly recommend him at Austin Plastic Surgery Institute in Westlake.

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