Does an arm lift help with excess skin in the upper lateral sides?

An arm lift takes care of excess skin and fat from the armpit to the elbow. Typically an incision is made from the armpit to the elbow and skin and fat is removed in this area. If you are referring to skin and fat of the upper lateral torso, this area is addressed with a separate procedure. It is called a torsoplasty. Often it is performed at the same time of the arm lift. A torsoplasty can involve an incision from the armpit extending downward toward the bra line. Some patients only require extending the incision several inches form the armpit. Where as other patients require the incision down to just underneath the bra strap line. Other patients require an incision that goes down to the hipbone. When the incision extends from the armpit downward this is called a vertical torsoplasty. Another type of torsoplasty to address the excess skin and fat of the upper lateral torso is a horizontal torosplasty. This extends from the lateral chest and around the back. Some plastic surgeons call this an upper body lift or a back lift.

In some patients with excessive arm skin, the skin excess can also be present in the armpit and along the lateral chest. Performing an extended brachioplasty, in which the scar on the arm is continued across the armpit and down the lateral chest, can help to address all three areas. This will result not only in better shape of the arm, but also a more defined axilla and lateral chest.

Yes, an arm lift, or brachioplasty, can help address excess skin on the upper lateral sides of the arms. This procedure is designed to remove loose or sagging skin, providing a more toned and contoured appearance. However, it’s essential to consult with a skilled plastic surgeon to determine if this is the right option for your specific needs and goals.

An arm lift only treats the upper arms and arm pit area.  However, we can extend the incision line to treat your sides (area below the armpit lateral to your breasts) with what is called an upper trunk lift.  Please see a board certified PS to learn more about your options.

Some patients have not only fullness in their upper arms but also fullness that extends down in a vertical manner along the lateral side of their chest or breasts.  In those situations, by extending the incision down along the lateral side of the chest, this excess can be removed.  The incision looks like a hockey stick in its design.  However, if the upper fullness extends along the upper back and across the area where a bra strap would cross, then no, an arm lift will not address these concerns and an upper body lift is required.  A consult with a board certified plastic surgeon will be able to correctly identify the problem issues and the procedures needed to correct them.

If I am understanding your question correctly, the answer is: no. Arm lifting helps with excess skin/adipose tissue of the upper arms. Upper body lifting is the name of the operation that will help remove excess skin/adipose tissue of the upper/lateral chest wall and back areas.  Hope this,  and the attached links, helps.

the arm lift can be extended to include the skin inferior to the armpit area. it will help to contour that area (the lateral chest) and you will notice a difference in your clothing. the "trade off" is the extension of the visible scar. it is a nice way to smooth that area.