How many inches (roughly) can you lose on your (upper) arms if you get Liposuction?

Inch loss after liposuction is difficult to determine without a good physical exam.  Even then, exact estimates are not likely to be given.  Loss of inches depends on the amount of fatty tissue, the thickness of underlying structures, and the laxity of the skin.  Patients with larger arms can expect more change than those with smaller arms.

I'm afraid answering your question is a bit difficult without examining you. Even with photos, it is not the same as being able to grab the area in question, palpate how much fat is there, assessed the quality of skin, etc. So much of the result depends upon the type of liposuction used, the skill of the surgeon, the aggressiveness of the procedure, and as well, the ability of your skin to shrinkwrap down upon the underlying muscle after the fat is gone. So, with all of these variables, it is impossible to tell over the Internet, and even difficult to predict exactly within in-person examination. However, this is where I would start. Make certain your surgeon is certified by the American Board of plastic surgery, as they can give you honest opinions on whether or not skin removal is needed as well. You want to see someone who can offer you all your options, not just the machine that they have available.Best of luck!Dr. SubbioBoard-Certified Plastic SurgeonNewtown Square/Philadelphia, PA