Arm liposuction: slimmer, more defined arms

Liposuction removes fat through tiny incisions and is suitable when the skin is firm. An arm lift (brachioplasty) removes excess skin and leaves a scar on the inner arm; it is indicated when there is laxity.

The incisions are just a few millimetres long and placed near the elbow or in the armpit, so scars are minimal and fade over time.

Normal activity resumes within a few days. Strength training for the arms usually waits 4 to 6 weeks, following your surgeon's advice.

The fat cells removed do not grow back, so the result is long-lasting as long as you keep a stable weight with a balanced diet and regular exercise.

Liposuction is not a weight-loss treatment; it is designed to reshape specific areas. The best results are achieved in people close to their ideal weight. If you are significantly overweight, we can refer you to our .

The incisions are only a few millimetres long and placed in creases or discreet areas. They fade over time and are usually very subtle.

Most patients return to normal activities and office work in about a week. Swelling reduces gradually over the first few months.

As with any surgery, complications can occur, although they are usually minor and uncommon: bruising, prolonged swelling, seromas, contour irregularities or temporary changes in sensation. Your surgeon will explain them at your consultation and give you guidelines to minimise them.

Yes. It is common to combine areas — for example abdomen and flanks, or back and flanks — in the same procedure. The number of areas is decided at your assessment based on your health and the amount of fat to be removed.