Can a brachioplasty incision be done under armpit if the arms just require a lift to tighten the loose skin?

The answer is yes. However, not all arm lift candidates are will be optimal for this approach. You must be evaluated. seek out  surgeon certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery. God luck

Hello, thank you for your question regarding a mini or crescent upper arm lift reduction or brachioplasty. The answer to your arm lift question is "yes".  Some patients are candidates for a limited incision, mini or crescent arm lift.  Mini or crescent arm lifts are best suited for patients with Type 2 arms.  Patients with Type 2 arms have have limited upper arm skin and fat.  It is best if visit with a board certified plastic surgeon to determine your are a candidate for arm liposuction, a mini arm lift or a full arm lift.  I hope that I have answered your questions about a mini arm lift.    If you have any more questions regarding the arm lift, please contact my office. When searching for an arm lift specialist, please seek an experienced, board certified plastic surgeon with significant expertise in arm reduction surgery.  Demand to see many before and after pictures of patients just like yourself on forums like RealSelf and their website.  Check out patient reviews of your chosen plastic surgeon on forums like RealSelf.  Thank you.  Sincerely, J. Timothy Katzen, MD, FACS, FICS, FASMBS. (Certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery, member of the American Society of Plastic Surgery, American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery, and International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, and fellow of the American College of Surgery, International College of Surgery, and American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery).

Thank you for your question.  An examination is needed to answer your question to evaluate the degree of skin laxity.  If you have proximal arm laxity, then a mini would be an option. If you have laxity throughout the entire upper arm then a full brachioplasty is the best option.   Consult with a board certified plastic surgeon.  Best wishes. 

 A variety of treatment options are available to treat loose saggy skin of the upper arms. It's important to tailor these procedures to meet the patient's aesthetic goals and address their anatomic findings.When loose skin is confined to the upper arm near the axilla, arm lift procedures can occasionally be performed through an axillary incision. This approach hides the incision in the depths of the armpit and can significantly improve arm contour. With appropriate patient selection, this procedure is associated with excellent clinical results and high levels of patient satisfaction.If you're considering this type of procedure, it's appropriate to consult a board certified plastic surgeon with experience in this area. This surgeon should be able to formulate a treatment plan that addresses your anatomic findings and achieves your aesthetic goals.

Thank you for your question. With age and/or weight changes, the upper arms can hold a lot of excess fatty tissue and develop skin laxity. An arm lift procedure helps to contour the upper arms by reducing excess skin and fat. The incisions can be hidden in the armpit for those with a moderate degree of laxity or along the vertical length of the upper and inner arm for those with more skin excess. The results are extremely satisfying. I would recommend that you visit with a board certified plastic surgeon in your area to discuss your options in more detail.

Axillary brachioplasty produces only a small improvement, and the patient must be a good candidate.Kenneth Hughes, MDLos Angeles, CA