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Arm Lift (front view) - This is a 61 year old female who had gastric bypass surgery and lost a significant amount of weight. She was unhappy with the excess sagging skin on her arms. She underwent an arm lift.

J. Timothy Katzen, MD, FACS

Beverly Hills, California

35-44 year old woman treated with Arm Lift - Brachioplasty performed on 41 year old female.

Landon Pryor, MD, FACS

Boca Raton, Florida

Woman treated with Arm Lift - Woman treated with Arm Lift to remove excess skin

J. Timothy Katzen, MD, FACS

Beverly Hills, California

Arm Lift (Brachioplasty) - Front view of an arm lift (brachioplasty), before and after.

Joseph Mele, MD

Walnut Creek, California

Arm lift or brachioplasty with short scar in the armpit. - Brachioplasty liposuction and a short scar in the arm pit for a moderate deformity.

Farhad Rafizadeh, MD

Morristown, New Jersey

Woman treated with Arm Lift - Woman treated with Arm Lift

Shahram Salemy, MD, FACS

Seattle, Washington

25-34 year old woman treated with Arm Lift - This patient in her late 20's was unhappy with the excess skin and fat of her arms by her armpits. The doctor performed a crescent arm lift to get rid of the excess skin and fat to achieve her desired results.

J. Timothy Katzen, MD, FACS

Beverly Hills, California

Arm Lift - I utilized the posterior/inferior incision to help hide the scar from the arm lift in the patient as well as to address the massive excess of skin in the bottom portion of her upper arm.  The patient is shown 4 months after her arm lift.

Kent V. Hasen, MD

Naples, Florida

75 and up year old woman treated with Arm Lift - This is a 79-year-old white female patient who underwent a brachioplasty and forearm reduction surgery with Dr. J. Timothy Katzen in Beverly Hills, CA. Standing at 5'6 and weighing 169 pounds, the patient had experienced a weight loss of 34 pounds. However, she was unhappy with the excess skin and fat in her arms.The surgery, which lasted for approximately 4 hours, aimed to address the patient's concerns. Dr. Katzen skillfully removed 1 pound of excess skin and fat from the patient's arms, resulting in a more toned and contoured appearance. The combination of brachioplasty and forearm reduction allowed for a comprehensive improvement in the patient's arm aesthetics.Following the procedure, the patient expressed her satisfaction with the results. The removal of the excess skin and fat has greatly enhanced her self-confidence and overall well-being. Dr. J. Timothy Katzen's expertise and the advanced techniques utilized during the surgery played a significant role in achieving the desired outcome.It is important to note that cosmetic procedures like brachioplasty can have a transformative impact on individuals, helping them regain their confidence and improve their quality of life. If you have any further questions or would like more information, feel free to ask.

J. Timothy Katzen, MD, FACS

Beverly Hills, California

Woman treated with Arm Lift - Woman treated with Arm Lift.

Gregory Turowski, MD, PhD, FACS

Skokie, Illinois

75 year old woman treated with Arm Lift - 75 y/o female who is shown 6 months after a brachioplasty and tummy tuck. She used Embrace scar therapy to both areas.

Naveen Setty, MD

McKinney, Texas

47 Year Old Female Treated for Excess Arm Skin - Brachioplasty (Arm Lift) performed with hidden scar approach. At 3 months.

David Shifrin, MD

Chicago, Illinois

55-64 year old woman treated with Arm Lift - 59 year old female treated with an arm lift (brachioplasty)

Landon Pryor, MD, FACS

Boca Raton, Florida

Arm Lift - Follow-Up: 1 Month

Gary Lawton, MD, FACS

San Antonio, Texas

Brachioplasty Restores Smooth, Toned Arms and a More Youthful Contour - Loose skin on the arms is a common concern after major weight loss, and brachioplasty can offer a lasting solution when skin does not bounce back. Our patient is a 68-year-old White female who had previously been morbidly obese, with a maximum weight of 170 pounds. After losing weight through diet, exercise, and GLP-1 use, she reached 120 pounds, yet she was still bothered by the excess skin on her arms. She turned to Dr. J. Timothy Katzen for brachioplasty, also called an arm lift, to remove hanging skin and restore a firmer, more sculpted appearance of the upper arm. Performed under general anesthesia, this plastic surgery procedure involves carefully placed incisions in the inner arm, excision of redundant skin, removal of excess tissue when needed, and precise redraping of the remaining skin to create a smoother contour. Brachioplasty is especially helpful for post-weight-loss patients whose skin has been stretched and has lost the ability to contract on its own. The goal is not only to remove extra skin, but also to create better arm definition and a more proportional silhouette. An arm lift can make patients feel more confident in short sleeves, sleeveless tops, and everyday clothing. Her post-operative photos were taken 5 years after surgery and still show remarkable long-term arm lift results with tighter upper arms, improved contour, and a more youthful appearance. Her beautiful, durable outcome demonstrates how brachioplasty can provide lasting improvement after weight loss.

J. Timothy Katzen, MD, FACS

Beverly Hills, California

Arm Lift / Brachioplasty surgery After Major Weight Loss Removes Hanging Skin - Transformation after major weight loss can leave behind loose, heavy skin that does not shrink on its own, and that is exactly why our patient came to Dr. Timothy Katzen for an arm lift, also called brachioplasty, in Beverly Hills. Our patient is a 32-year-old White male who was once morbidly obese and reached a maximum weight of 440 pounds. Through diet and exercise, he lost a massive amount of weight, reaching 154 pounds, but the skin on his upper arms remained stretched. During brachioplasty surgery under general anesthesia, Dr. Katzen carefully removed the hanging excess skin and fat from the upper arms to create a firmer, smoother, and more proportional arm contour. In simple terms, an arm lift is designed to reduce the bat wing appearance that many massive weight-loss patients struggle with after major weight loss. The incision is usually placed along the inner arm so extra tissue can be removed, and the remaining skin can be reshaped into a tighter, cleaner outline. The goal is not just smaller arms, but tighter arms that better match the patients new body. These post-weight-loss brachioplasty photos were taken 1 year after surgery and show remarkable arm-lift results, with a more athletic shape, less sagging skin, and a significant improvement in confidence. This before-and-after highlights how arm contouring surgery can complete the weight-loss journey and help patients feel more comfortable in fitted clothing and in daily life.

J. Timothy Katzen, MD, FACS

Beverly Hills, California

25-34 year old woman treated with Arm Lift - 32 yo s/p arm lift performed in our on site AAAA certified operating suite

Keshav Magge, MD

Bethesda, Maryland

55-64 year old woman treated with Arm Lift - An arm lift, or brachioplasty, is a surgical procedure designed to remove excess skin and fat from the upper arms to create a slimmer, more toned appearance. This procedure is ideal for individuals who experience sagging or loose skin due to aging or significant weight loss. By tightening the underlying tissues and removing unwanted skin, an arm lift enhances arm contours and restores a more youthful, sculpted look. Results are long-lasting, and with proper care, scars typically fade over time.

Johnny Franco, MD, FACS

Austin, Texas

25-34 year old woman treated with Arm Lift - An arm lift, or brachioplasty, is a surgical procedure designed to remove excess skin and fat from the upper arms to create a slimmer, more toned appearance. This procedure is ideal for individuals who experience sagging or loose skin due to aging or significant weight loss. By tightening the underlying tissues and removing unwanted skin, an arm lift enhances arm contours and restores a more youthful, sculpted look. Results are long-lasting, and with proper care, scars typically fade over time.

Johnny Franco, MD, FACS

Austin, Texas

45-54 year old woman treated with Arm Lift - arm lift performed in our office operating room.

Franklin D. Richards, MD

Bethesda, Maryland

45-54 year old woman treated with Arm Lift - 51 y/o woman who under went an arm lift (brachioplasty) in our office O.R.

Franklin D. Richards, MD

Bethesda, Maryland

65-74 year old woman treated with Arm Lift - 74 year old female who is shown one year after an arm lift.

Naveen Setty, MD

McKinney, Texas

45-54 year old woman treated with Arm Lift, Liposuction - Our lovely patient in her 50s had lost 70 pounds and was ready for an arm lift and reduction. The arms can be a stubborn place for skin to snap back after weight loss. Just doing liposuction will leave you with loose, hanging skin.

J. Timothy Katzen, MD, FACS

Beverly Hills, California

45-54 year old woman treated with Arm Lift - This is a 46YOfemale who weighed 230lbs at her heaviest. Dr. Katzen performed arm lipo. This procedure was performed under general anesthesia with an anesthesiologist. This procedure took 7 hrs. These pictures were taken about 11 months after surgery.

J. Timothy Katzen, MD, FACS

Beverly Hills, California

Patient treated with Arm Lift - Patient treated with Arm Lift

Thomas A. Mustoe, MD, FACS

Chicago, Illinois

Woman treated with Arm Lift - Woman treated with Arm Lift

Harry T. Haramis, MD, FACS

Edison, New Jersey

55-64 year old woman treated with Arm Lift - Brachioplasty is made to remove extra skin from the arms.

Salvador Pantoja, MD

Tijuana, Mexico

35-44 year old woman treated with Arm Lift - 37 year old female shown 2 years after an arm lift. She had lost 180 pounds with weight loss surgery.

Naveen Setty, MD

McKinney, Texas

Woman treated with Arm Lift - Woman treated with Arm Lift

J. Timothy Katzen, MD, FACS

Beverly Hills, California

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