Arm Lift & Arm Contouring
Arm Lift Surgery in Indianapolis & Carmel
Personalized upper arm contouring designed to improve excess skin, refine arm definition, and restore smoother body proportions.
At My Plastic Surgery Group, our plastic surgeons perform arm lift surgery, also known as brachioplasty, tailored to each patient’s anatomy and aesthetic goals. Arm lift surgery is designed to remove excess skin and tissue from the upper arms to create a smoother, more refined contour between the shoulder and elbow.
Many patients seek arm lift surgery following significant weight loss, aging, or natural changes in skin elasticity when excess upper arm skin persists despite exercise and a healthy lifestyle. For many individuals, an arm lift can help improve comfort, clothing fit, and confidence in sleeveless or fitted styles.
Arm lift surgery may help improve concerns such as:
- Loose or excess upper arm skin
- Skin laxity following weight loss
- Difficulty achieving desired arm contour
- Upper arm fullness or tissue laxity
- Discomfort with fitted or sleeveless clothing
- Imbalance between body contour and arm appearance
Our surgeons focus on natural looking body contouring results with individualized treatment planning and thoughtful incision placement designed to support balanced, proportional outcomes.
Arm lift pricing typically ranges from $9,050–$13,000 depending on surgical complexity, anatomy, and individualized treatment planning. A consultation is required to provide a customized surgical quote.
Arm Lift Procedure Details
Arm lift surgery is a highly individualized procedure designed to improve excess upper arm skin and refine overall arm contour. Depending on the amount of skin laxity and tissue present, different surgical approaches may be recommended to help achieve the most balanced and natural looking result.
For patients with more significant skin laxity, a traditional arm lift may involve an incision extending along the inner arm to allow for more comprehensive contour improvement. Patients with more limited skin laxity may be candidates for smaller, more discreet incision techniques focused primarily within the underarm area.
During your consultation, your surgeon will carefully evaluate your anatomy, skin quality, and aesthetic goals to determine the most appropriate surgical approach for your body contouring needs. Our surgeons focus on creating smoother arm definition while maintaining proportional and natural looking results.
Recovery Highlights
Arm lift surgery is typically performed as an outpatient procedure. Temporary swelling, tightness, and mild discomfort are expected during the early healing period and are managed with detailed postoperative care instructions.
Most patients return to light daily activities within approximately one week, although exercise and strenuous upper body activity are restricted during the initial healing process. Recovery timelines vary depending on the extent of surgery and individualized healing.
Personalized Treatment Planning
Because every patient’s anatomy and goals are unique, treatment planning is highly personalized. Our team will guide you through the available options, recovery expectations, scar placement considerations, and long-term contouring goals to help you make an informed decision.
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Meet Dr. Aker
Meet Dr. Beckman
After receiving her medical degree with honors, Dr. Beckman was selected for a highly competitive integrated plastic surgery residency position at Rutgers University, where she rigorously trained in both aesthetic and complex reconstructive plastic surgery for six years. During residency, she developed a strong passion for plastic surgery education and research. She earned several teaching and clinical excellence awards and served as Chief Resident in her final year.
After residency, Dr. Beckman was selected for an aesthetic plastic surgery fellowship position at H/K/B Cosmetic Surgery, one of the nation’s premier aesthetic plastic surgery practices. This additional year gives her the unique opportunity to learn from some of the most recognized names in aesthetic plastic surgery and to train with the most innovative procedures and products available.
