Reshape and contour your upper arms by removing excess, sagging skin for a firmer, more toned appearance.
An arm lift, clinically known as brachioplasty, is a surgical contouring procedure specifically designed to address drooping, inelastic skin and excess fat on the upper arms—often referred to as ‘bat wings.’ This laxity typically
results from significant weight loss, natural ageing, or genetics, and is highly resistant to targeted exercise or weight lifting.
Dr. Gus Hoogendyk utilises meticulous excisional techniques combined with precision liposuction to entirely redefine the arm’s contour. By carefully removing redundant tissue and tightening the underlying supportive structures, he restores a sleek, proportional aesthetic. His precise incision placement prioritises discretion, ensuring
the resulting scars are as inconspicuous as possible when the arms are at rest.
“A beautifully sculpted arm restores the confidence to wear sleeveless garments and move with absolute freedom.”
Removes the drooping, inelastic tissue from the upper arm that cannot be corrected with exercise.
Reveals the underlying triceps and biceps, restoring a beautifully toned and athletic contour.
Balances the upper body, allowing long-sleeved shirts and tailored jackets to fit comfortably.
Alleviates the chafing, sweating, and skin irritation that often occurs beneath redundant arm skin.
Dr. Gus offers everything from a short-scar mini-lift to a full brachioplasty depending on tissue laxity.
Provides a permanent removal of excess tissue, resulting in enduring firmness.
Each stage is designed around your comfort, safety, and outcome. Dr. Gus walks every patient through this process in detail during your fully private consultation.
An evaluation of your arm’s skin elasticity and fat deposits to determine the necessary incision length.
Precise surgical markings are drawn while you are standing to map out the exact tissue excision.
Liposuction removes stubborn fat, followed by the surgical excision and tightening of the redundant skin.
Incisions are closed with deep supportive sutures, and the arms are wrapped in specialized compression sleeves.
Scars undergo a maturation process, transitioning from pink to a much softer, faded line over 12 months.
Recovery is generally highly manageable, requiring a temporary restriction of upper body movement to ensure the incisions heal seamlessly.
Expect mild swelling and tightness. Your arms must be kept elevated on pillows to minimise fluid accumulation.
Discomfort subsides rapidly. You can return to desk work, but must strictly avoid raising your arms above shoulder level.
Compression sleeves are typically removed. The new, tight contour of your arms is clearly visible and swelling is minimal.
Over the course of a year, the incisions fade significantly, leaving a permanent, beautifully sculpted upper arm.
An ideal candidate is someone who is self-conscious about upper arm laxity that has not improved with exercise.
You may be a candidate if you:
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“For years, I felt that my silhouette didn’t quite match my active lifestyle. I wanted a change, but I was terrified of looking ‘overdone’ or artificial. Dr. Gus set my mind to rest. His approach turned out to be so considered the recovery was smoother than I anticipated, but the real impact was the confidence. For the first time, I feel completely at home in my own skin. I am just about the surgery. It was about the care and the precision behind it.”
— Dana S, Zurich
Breast Augmentation
To increase the perceived size, restoring structural tone and vitality to the upper torso for a fuller, more balanced feminine form.
“For years, I felt that my silhouette didn’t quite match my active lifestyle. I wanted a change, but I was terrified of looking ‘overdone’ or artificial. Dr. Gus set my mind to rest. His approach turned out to be so considered the recovery was smoother than I anticipated, but the real impact was the confidence. For the first time, I feel completely at home in my own skin. I am just about the surgery. It was about the care and the precision behind it.”
— Dana S, Zurich
Breast Augmentation
To increase the perceived size, restoring structural tone and vitality to the upper torso for a fuller, more balanced feminine form.
“For years, I felt that my silhouette didn’t quite match my active lifestyle. I wanted a change, but I was terrified of looking ‘overdone’ or artificial. Dr. Gus set my mind to rest. His approach turned out to be so considered the recovery was smoother than I anticipated, but the real impact was the confidence. For the first time, I feel completely at home in my own skin. I am just about the surgery. It was about the care and the precision behind it.”
— Dana S, Zurich
An arm lift typically takes 2 to 3 hours, depending on whether precision liposuction is also required.
Desk work is possible within a week. Upper body lifting, stretching, and rigorous cardio must be avoided for 4-6 weeks.
The removal of skin and fat is permanent. As long as you maintain a stable weight, your arms will remain beautifully contoured.
A private, no-obligation consultation with Dr. Gus is the first step. Come with questions, leave with clarity. We keep availability limited to ensure every patient receives undivided attention.
