Arm Lift (Brachioplasty) Procedure in Norwalk, CT
Dr. Laurence Kirwan is one of the most experienced Board Certified Plastic Surgeons in Norwalk, Connecticut, and in the entire country. He is a recognized international leader in Aesthetic Plastic Surgery. He offers a superior level of knowledge, care and understanding to help you achieve the youthful, vibrant and contoured look you desire.
What is an Arm Lift?
Arm lift are done for Bat-wing or Bingo arms. The extra skin and fat that hangs down, is excised. Surgery can be combined with circumferential liposuction of the upper arm. Younger patients with good skin tone may benefit from liposuction and Bodytite alone without the skin excision and the resulting scar.
Age
There is no set age for this procedure. Arm lifts are often done in older patients with loss of skin tone and also in younger patients with excess skin after weight loss transformations. Younger patients with heavy arms and good skin tone will often have a good result with liposuction and Bodytite alone.
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Before & After Photos
57 year old brachioplasty 14 months right front scaled
47 year old brachioplasty 14 months left back 2
77 year old brachioplasty 8 days left arm back
patient 2 6 months both arms palms facing rear back view
patient one, before and after, front
50 year old 2 months above and 13 years below after surgery right front
56 year old 6 weeks after right forearmplasty 10 months after brachioplasty anterior abducted 90 degrees
65 year old brachioplasty. Arms at side left side view one month
Surgical Technique
Surgery involves excision of skin and fat along the inside or the back of the arm, depending on personal preference. The scar extends from the axilla to the elbow. There is no guarantee as to the final position of the scar. The scars may be visible from behind, above the elbow, when the arms are resting at the side. Scars along the inside of the arm are visible when you lift your arms up. The great majority of scars heal well with minimal visibility. Mature scars that have turned white, can be exposed to the sun.
Philosophy
Liposuction for flabby arms will not correct excessive looseness of the skin. It will just make it worse. Although the scar is long in a brachioplasty, this procedure can truly rejuvenate the upper arm.
Every Patient is a VIP
From your first consultation through your last follow-up visit, you will see Dr. Kirwan himself at every single appointment. He will be available to you before, during and after your procedure.
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Surgical time and recovery
Surgery takes between two and three hours. The recovery period is about ten days. It can take 6-12 months to see the final result.
Related Procedures
Arm lifts are often combined with removal of excess skin on the side of the chest, especially after MWL. Arm lift are often done with other procedures such as a breast lift, upper body lift and liposuction.
Reveal Your Results: Brachioplasty After GLP-1 Weight Loss
GLP-1 medications like Ozempic®, Wegovy®, and Mounjaro® have opened the door to significant and sustainable weight loss for many individuals. However, one common side effect of rapid weight reduction—especially in the arms—is excess, sagging skin that doesn’t respond to diet or exercise.
If you’ve worked hard to lose the weight, you deserve to see the full results. Brachioplasty (arm lift surgery) can help you do exactly that.
What Is Brachioplasty?
Brachioplasty is a surgical procedure that removes loose skin and excess fat from the upper arms to create a smoother, more sculpted contour. It’s especially beneficial for patients who have experienced major weight loss, such as those using GLP-1 medications, and are now left with deflated or drooping skin in the upper arm region.
Why GLP-1 Users Choose Brachioplasty:
- Tightens and lifts loose, hanging arm skin after substantial weight loss.
- Restores balance and proportion to the arms for a more athletic, toned appearance.
- Enhances comfort and confidence—especially in fitted clothing or sleeveless styles.
- Offers long-lasting results when paired with stable weight maintenance.
- Complements your overall body transformation, helping your appearance match your hard-earned health journey.
If you’ve achieved incredible weight loss with the help of a GLP-1 medication, brachioplasty can be the next step in refining your transformation. You’ve done the hard work—now let us help you reveal your best results.
BOARD-CERTIFIED PLASTIC SURGEON IN NORWALK, CT
10,000+ surgeries performed
Dr. Laurence Kirwan is a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon in Norwalk, Connecticut. He is an international leader in Aesthetic Plastic Surgery of Face, Breast & Body. Because of his international experience, he understands an enormous variety of techniques which he utilizes to individualize the result for each patient.
He has been listed as Top 20 Plastic Surgeons worldwide by Vogue magazine. Celebrities trust Dr. Kirwan for cosmetic makeovers. He is recognized for introducing his own pioneer procedures and training other surgeons. Dr. Kirwan uses special techniques to reduce trauma or scarring.
Conveniently Located
Our Norwalk, CT location is conveniently located in between Manhattan, New York and New Haven, Connecticut. Patients regularly visit from across Connecticut (Stamford, Greenwich, Fairfield, Westport, Bridgeport, Darien, New Canaan, Trumbull), New York City and Westchester County (Manhattan, Larchmont, Mamaroneck, New Rochelle, Harrison, Rye, Armonk, Bedford, Pound Ridge), New Jersey and other neighboring cities/towns for their plastic surgery procedures. Our office is close to all New York Airports for patients who are coming from out-of-state or other countries.
