Arm lift surgery is a body contouring procedure designed to remove excess skin and reshape the upper arms after aging, significant weight loss, or reduced skin elasticity. At Newline Clinic, the focus is on restoring firmer, slimmer, and more balanced arm contours.
Not only reducing arm size — restoring smoother contour.
An arm lift removes redundant skin and, when appropriate, addresses localized fat to improve upper arm shape. The goal is not only to reduce arm size but also to restore smoother contours and improve overall body proportions. Each plan is individualized according to the degree of skin laxity, amount of excess tissue, arm proportions, skin quality, and overall body balance.
Individual results vary. Photos are examples shown with patient consent and are not a guarantee of outcome.
Preoperative marking and customized incision design, planned for your arm proportions and skin laxity.
Removal of excess skin and, when indicated, excess fat.
Careful contouring of the upper arm to restore a smoother shape.
Layered closure to help support optimal healing and minimize scar tension.
How much the skin has lost elasticity determines the approach.
The volume of redundant skin and tissue to be addressed.
Proportions guide how much can be removed while keeping balance.
Skin condition affects healing, contour, and scar behavior.
The arms are planned in relation to your overall proportions.
| What it addresses | |
|---|---|
| Firmer upper arms | Loose or sagging skin is removed to restore firmness |
| Improved arm contour | Careful contouring restores a smoother upper arm shape |
| Better body proportions | The arms are planned in balance with your overall frame |
| Reduced excess skin | Redundant skin after aging or weight loss is addressed |
| Clothing comfort | More confidence in fitted or sleeveless clothing |
An arm lift involves an incision and therefore a scar. Scar location, length, and expected maturation should be discussed during consultation, as this is a key trade-off of the procedure.
A consultation and physical examination are required to determine whether an arm lift is appropriate for you.
Expected parts of recovery that improve gradually.
A feeling of tightness in the arms is common during early healing.
Scars mature over time — an expected part of recovery after an arm lift.
Compression garments and follow-up visits are typically recommended.
Recovery varies among individuals. Your surgeon provides a timeline based on the extent of your procedure and your healing response.
A message from the surgeon, a look inside the clinic, and stories from patients.
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Surgeon Portrait
An arm lift is a trade: excess skin for a scar.
My job is to make that trade worth it — with a design and closure planned around your skin quality and proportions, and an honest conversation about the scar before we begin.
A consultation evaluates your degree of skin laxity, amount of excess tissue, arm proportions, skin quality, and overall body balance — and includes an honest discussion of the scar, the recovery, and what the procedure can realistically achieve.
Individual results and recovery experiences vary. This page is provided for general educational purposes and does not constitute a diagnosis, treatment recommendation, or guarantee of surgical results. An arm lift involves an incision and results in a scar, the appearance of which varies between individuals. All surgical procedures involve potential risks, including bleeding, infection, delayed wound healing, altered sensation, asymmetry, unfavourable scarring, dissatisfaction with the outcome, and the possible need for additional treatment. The appropriate treatment, technique, and expected outcome can only be determined following an in-person examination and consultation with a qualified medical professional. Newline Clinic is licensed under the Korean Medical Service Act.
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