The essentials
What is arm lift?
The incision may remain within the armpit for limited cases or extend toward the elbow when skin excess is greater. A shorter scar cannot safely correct every degree of laxity.
What it may aim to do
- Reduce hanging upper-arm skin
- Improve arm contour after weight loss or ageing
- Treat selected localised fat with liposuction
Is this treatment suitable for me?
A webpage cannot determine this safely. Suitability must be decided by the responsible specialist after reviewing your symptoms, examination, medical history, medicines and relevant tests. Our coordinator can help you prepare the right records, but does not make the clinical decision.
Plan ahead
Your pre-surgery timeline
A practical planning guide for elective surgery. A shorter timeline can still be appropriate; your surgeon and anaesthesia team’s written instructions always take priority.
Research and consultation
Compare qualified surgeons and hospital settings. Share your full medical history, previous operations and goals. If you use nicotine, ask the surgical team when you must stop.
Confirm the plan
Confirm the procedure, written quotation, aftercare, travel and companion arrangements. Complete requested tests and disclose every medicine, supplement, allergy and contraceptive.
Prepare for recovery
Reconfirm arrival and support arrangements, collect only prescribed items and prepare loose clothing and your recovery space. Never stop a medicine unless your clinical team tells you to.
Follow written instructions
Follow the hospital’s exact fasting, washing and medication instructions. Pack your ID, reports and regular medicines. Tell the team promptly if you become unwell.
Final safety check
Follow the confirmed arrival and fasting plan. Remove jewellery, make-up or contact lenses if instructed, and do not plan to drive after sedation or anaesthesia.
Do not copy a generic online medication or fasting schedule. Instructions differ by procedure, anaesthetic, medical history and the medicines you take.
01Procedure and techniqueHow it may be performed and what to discuss
- Limited-incision or full brachioplasty
- Liposuction alone for fat with good skin elasticity
- Combined skin excision and liposuction
The appropriate technique can only be selected after examination, clinical indication and informed consent.
02Recovery and travelTypical milestones, Turkey stay and fit-to-fly decision
Swelling, bruising and limited arm elevation are common.
Desk work may resume; garments and wound care continue.
Lifting and exercise increase gradually.
Scars continue to flatten and fade.
Planning your stay in Turkey
Often 6–9 days for wound review. This is a planning range. The treating team must confirm discharge and fitness to travel.
03Price and inclusionsWhat may change the quotation
- Extent and length of excision
- Liposuction addition
- Hospital and anaesthesia
- Garments and wound care
- Revision policy
Often included—confirm in writing
- Surgeon and anaesthesia fees stated in the written quotation
- Hospital or licensed surgical-facility charges
- Routine pre-operative tests listed in advance
- Standard medication and scheduled early follow-up
Often excluded—ask before paying
- Flights, travel insurance and unrelated medical care unless stated
- Extra nights, companion expenses or additional tests unless listed
- Treatment of complications, readmission or revision unless the policy says so
- Any procedure added after examination and informed consent
04Questions and answersFAQ and a short consultation checklist
Where will the scar be?
It depends on the amount and location of excess skin. Ask the surgeon to draw the expected scar while you are standing.
Can liposuction replace an arm lift?
Only when fat is the main issue and skin can contract. Liposuction can worsen the appearance of loose skin.
Can my result be guaranteed?
No. Surgery can improve a concern, but healing, scars, symmetry and the final result vary. A responsible surgeon explains the realistic range of outcomes and the possibility of revision without promising perfection.
When can I fly home?
Only after the treating team confirms that recovery is progressing safely. The suggested stay on this page is a planning range, not medical clearance. Longer flights, anaemia, mobility limits and clot risk may require a longer stay.
What should I arrange before travelling?
Share an accurate medical history, medication and supplement list, smoking or nicotine use, previous surgery and relevant photographs or reports. Arrange travel insurance, an adult companion where advised, time away from work and a named follow-up clinician at home.
When should I seek urgent help?
Follow the hospital's written emergency plan. New shortness of breath, chest pain, one-sided leg swelling, uncontrolled bleeding, fainting, high fever, rapidly worsening pain or sudden colour change require urgent medical assessment.
Ask the treating doctor
- Why do you recommend this procedure for my case?
- Who will perform the procedure, and where?
- What should I expect during recovery?
- What follow-up will I receive after I return home?
05Sources and review statusReferences used for this general guide
These sources support general information only and do not replace advice based on your examination and history.
American Society of Plastic Surgeons — Arm lift- Last editorial update
- 19 September 2026
- Medical reviewer
- Pending appointment