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Arm Lift Surgery in Turkey
Loose or hanging skin around the upper arms can remain after significant weight loss, changes in body shape or natural ageing.
Exercise can strengthen the muscles underneath, but it cannot remove excess skin.
Arm lift surgery, medically known as brachioplasty, is designed to remove excess skin from the upper arms and reshape the area for a smoother, firmer and more defined contour. For some patients, liposuction may also be used when unwanted fat is present alongside loose skin.
With Medlinko, your journey starts closer to home. Begin with a face to face consultation in London or speak with us online before travelling to Istanbul for your treatment.
Arm Lift Results
Explore before-and-after results from patients who have undergone arm lift surgery.
Arm lift results are highly individual. The amount of excess skin, skin quality, whether liposuction is included and individual healing all influence the final contour.
Individual results vary. Before-and-after photographs are shown with patient consent and should not be considered a guarantee of a particular result.
What Is an Arm Lift?
An arm lift, also known as brachioplasty, is a surgical procedure designed to remove excess skin and reshape the upper arms.
It is commonly considered by people who have loose or hanging upper arm skin that does not improve through exercise or weight loss.
The procedure can help address:
- Loose upper arm skin
- Hanging skin following weight loss
- Changes caused by ageing
- Reduced definition between the shoulder and elbow
- Excess skin commonly described as bingo wings
- A combination of loose skin and localised arm fat
Depending on your anatomy, treatment may involve skin removal alone or a combination of arm lift surgery and liposuction. The objective is to create a smoother and more proportionate upper arm contour.
Arm Lift at a Glance
A quick overview of what to expect, from surgery and your hospital stay to travel and recovery.
Procedure Time
Approximately 2 to 3 Hours*
Anaesthesia
General Anaesthesia
Hospital Stay
Usually 1 Night*
Stay in Istanbul
Approximately 5 to 7 Days*
Return to Work
Often 1 to 2 Weeks*
Recovery
Approximately 4 to 6 Weeks*
Compression Garment
Usually Required
London Consultation
Available
Treatment Location
Istanbul, Türkiye
*Timings depend on the amount of skin being removed, whether liposuction is included and individual recovery.
Meet Us in London Before Your Arm Lift
Considering an arm lift in Turkey, but unsure whether you need skin removal, liposuction or a combination of both?
Your Medlinko journey can start face to face in London.
Your consultation gives you the opportunity to discuss what concerns you about your upper arms and what type of improvement you would like to achieve.
We can discuss:
- The amount of loose skin
- Where the loose skin is located
- Whether excess fat is also present
- Whether liposuction may be required
- The likely position and length of the scar
- Whether a mini arm lift may be suitable
- Your recovery
- Your treatment journey in Istanbul
For arm lift surgery in particular, understanding the balance between skin removal and scar placement is an important part of making an informed decision.
If visiting us is not convenient, you can begin online instead.
Consult in London. Treat in Istanbul.
Can Arm Lift Surgery Remove Bingo Wings?
The term bingo wings is commonly used to describe loose or hanging tissue underneath the upper arms.
This can develop following:
- Significant weight loss
- Natural ageing
- Changes in skin elasticity
- Fluctuations in body weight
- A combination of excess skin and fat
Exercise can improve muscle tone, but it cannot remove significant excess skin.
When loose skin is the main concern, arm skin removal surgery may provide a more appropriate solution than liposuction alone. During brachioplasty, excess skin is removed and the remaining tissue is reshaped to create a firmer upper arm contour.
Which Arm Surgery Do I Need?
One of the most important questions when considering upper arm surgery is whether the main concern is fat, loose skin or both.
Arm Liposuction
Arm liposuction primarily removes localised fat. It may be appropriate when:
- Excess fat is the main concern
- Skin elasticity is relatively good
- There is little significant loose skin
Arm Lift
An arm lift primarily removes excess skin. It may be appropriate when:
- Loose or hanging skin is the main concern
- Significant weight loss has left excess skin
- The skin has lost elasticity
- The upper arms have a hanging appearance
Arm Lift With Liposuction
Some patients have both excess skin and unwanted fat.
In these cases, liposuction may sometimes be combined with an arm lift to improve the overall contour.
A simple way to understand the difference:
Excess Fat → Arm Liposuction
Loose Skin → Arm Lift
Loose Skin + Fat → Arm Lift With Liposuction May Be Considered
Arm Skin Removal After Weight Loss
Significant weight loss can transform your health and body shape, but stretched skin does not always shrink to match your new proportions.
The upper arms are one of the areas where excess skin can remain particularly noticeable. You may experience:
- Hanging upper arm skin
- Skin folds
- Difficulty finding comfortable clothing
- Irritation where skin rubs
- Arms that appear larger despite weight loss
- Reduced confidence when wearing sleeveless clothing
An arm reduction surgery can remove this excess tissue and reshape the upper arm to better reflect your new body proportions.
For patients who have lost a significant amount of weight, the amount of excess skin can extend towards the armpit or chest. The treatment plan should therefore be based on the location and extent of the excess tissue rather than using the same incision for every patient.
Where Is the Arm Lift Scar?
Arm lift surgery requires an incision because excess skin needs to be physically removed. The length and position of the scar depend on how much skin needs to be removed and where it is located.
In a standard arm lift, the incision commonly extends along the inner or lower part of the upper arm. For patients with more extensive loose skin, the incision may extend from the armpit towards the elbow. Patients with a smaller amount of excess skin may sometimes require a shorter incision.
Scars are permanent, although they usually change in appearance as they mature. Your consultation should include a clear discussion about the likely scar required to achieve the amount of skin removal you want.
What Is a Mini Arm Lift?
A mini arm lift may be considered when loose skin is limited mainly to the upper part of the arm near the armpit.
Compared with a full brachioplasty, less skin is removed and the incision may be shorter.
A mini arm lift is not suitable for everyone. If loose skin extends significantly towards the elbow, a shorter incision may not remove enough tissue to create the desired improvement.
Choosing a smaller scar at the expense of inadequate skin removal may lead to disappointment. The appropriate approach depends on the amount and location of your excess skin.
What Is an Invisible Arm Lift?
Patients searching for invisible arm lift surgery are often looking for an arm reduction procedure with a scar that is shorter or less visible.
However, there is no arm lift that removes significant excess skin without creating a surgical scar.
In selected patients with a relatively small amount of loose skin near the armpit, the incision may sometimes be positioned more discreetly within or close to the armpit area. This is sometimes marketed as an invisible arm lift.
It is important to understand that this approach is only suitable for selected patients. If loose skin extends further down the upper arm, a longer incision may be required to remove it effectively.
The priority should be choosing the technique that appropriately addresses your anatomy rather than simply choosing the smallest possible scar.
Can Liposuction Be Combined With an Arm Lift?
Yes, in suitable patients.
Some people have both loose skin and localised fat around the upper arms.
An arm lift can remove excess skin, while liposuction can reduce selected areas of unwanted fat. Combining the two can sometimes create a more complete upper arm contour than either procedure alone.
However, liposuction is not automatically required with every arm lift. Your treatment should be based on the amount of fat present, your skin quality and the result you would like to achieve.
How Much Smaller Will My Arms Look?
The amount of tissue that can be removed varies considerably between patients.
Someone with mild loose skin may require a very different procedure from someone who has experienced significant weight loss.
Your final arm shape depends on factors including:
- Amount of excess skin
- Amount of excess fat
- Skin elasticity
- Upper arm circumference
- Location of the loose tissue
- Existing body proportions
- Whether liposuction is required
Arm lift surgery is intended to improve contour and proportion. An exact reduction in centimetres cannot be guaranteed before individual assessment.
Why Choose Medlinko for Arm Lift Surgery in Turkey?
Travelling abroad for arm lift surgery in Turkey involves more than the operation itself.
Medlinko connects your journey from London to Istanbul and back home.
SUITABILITY
Who May Be Suitable for Brachioplasty?
An arm lift may be considered if excess upper arm skin is affecting the shape or appearance of your arms.
You may be considering brachioplasty surgery if you:
If excess fat rather than loose skin is the main concern, liposuction may be a more appropriate option. Your health, medical history, smoking status, skin quality and individual anatomy should be assessed before surgery.
One Connected Treatment Journey
London Consultation
Meet us face-to-face in London or begin online.
Treatment Planning
Share your goals and the information required for your assessment.
Confirm Your Treatment
Review your treatment plan and choose your treatment date when you’re ready.
Travel to Istanbul
Arrive in Türkiye for your planned treatment journey.
Pre-Operative Assessment
Complete the required in-person consultation and assessments.
Arm Lift
Undergo your planned procedure.
Recovery in Istanbul
Begin your initial recovery and attend the required follow-up.
Return to London
Travel home once you have completed the required stage of your treatment journey and are considered fit to travel.
Continued Support
Stay connected with Medlinko throughout your agreed follow-up journey.
Arm Lift Recovery
Recovery after arm lift surgery depends on the amount of skin removed, whether liposuction was included and your individual healing.
Swelling, bruising, tightness and tenderness around the upper arms are expected during the early recovery period.
When Will I See My Arm Lift Results?
A difference in the amount of loose skin can usually be seen relatively early after surgery. However, swelling will initially affect the appearance of the arms.
As healing progresses, the upper arms gradually become more settled and the final contour becomes clearer.
Arm Lift Surgery Can Create Arms That Appear
- Firmer
- Smoother
- More defined
- Better proportioned
- Less affected by hanging skin
Results can be long lasting, particularly when body weight remains relatively stable. Future ageing and significant changes in weight can still affect the skin and arm contour.
Every patient heals differently, and specific results cannot be guaranteed.
How Much Does an Arm Lift Cost?
The cost of an arm lift depends on the extent of surgery required.
A mini arm lift involving a smaller amount of skin is different from a full brachioplasty following significant weight loss. Factors that may affect your treatment plan include:
- Amount of excess skin
- Length of the required incision
- Extent of arm reduction
- Whether liposuction is required
- Whether both skin and fat need to be addressed
- Individual treatment requirements
For this reason, Medlinko provides a personalised quotation following assessment.
Your treatment plan and package inclusions will be clearly explained before you decide whether to proceed.
Considering Arm Lift Surgery in Turkey?
Many patients researching treatment compare arm lift cost UK, brachioplasty cost UK and arm lift Turkey prices before making a decision. Price alone should not determine which procedure is appropriate.
A mini arm lift, standard brachioplasty and an arm lift combined with liposuction are different treatment plans. The amount of excess skin can also significantly change the extent of surgery required.
This is particularly important when comparing advertised prices because the lowest advertised arm lift cost may not represent the procedure you actually need.
Medlinko first assesses your individual requirements and then provides a personalised treatment plan and quotation.
What’s Included in Your Arm Lift Journey?
Depending on your personalised treatment package, your journey may include:
- Arm lift surgery
- Planned skin removal
- Liposuction where included in your treatment plan
- Medical and treatment fees
- General anaesthesia
- Routine pre operative assessments
- Hospital stay where required
- Prescribed medication
- Compression garment where required
- Accommodation in Istanbul*
- Private transfers*
- Treatment appointments
- Patient coordination
- Follow up appointments
- Continued support
*Exact package inclusions vary. Your individual inclusions will be clearly confirmed before booking.
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Arm Lift FAQs
Questions About Arm Lift Surgery
What is an arm lift?
An arm lift, medically known as brachioplasty, is surgery designed to remove excess upper arm skin and improve the contour between the armpit and elbow.
What is brachioplasty?
Brachioplasty is the medical term for arm lift surgery.
The procedure removes excess skin from the upper arms and can sometimes be combined with liposuction when unwanted fat is also present.
How much does an arm lift cost?
Arm lift cost depends on the amount of skin being removed, the extent of surgery and whether liposuction is required.
Medlinko provides a personalised quotation following assessment.
How much does an arm lift cost in the UK?
Patients researching arm lift surgery cost UK or brachioplasty cost UK will find prices that vary according to the extent of surgery, provider and whether additional procedures such as liposuction are included.
When comparing treatment prices, it is important to compare the actual procedure and package rather than the headline price alone.
Is an arm lift cheaper in Turkey than the UK?
Treatment prices in Turkey can differ from private surgery prices in the UK.
However, your decision should consider your individual procedure, package inclusions, treatment journey and follow up rather than price alone. Medlinko provides a personalised quotation after assessing your requirements.
Can I have a face to face consultation in London first?
Yes. You can begin your Medlinko journey with a face to face consultation in London before travelling to Istanbul.
If you cannot visit us in person, you can also begin online.
What is bingo wings surgery?
Bingo wings surgery generally refers to arm lift surgery used to remove loose or hanging skin underneath the upper arms.
The medical term for the procedure is brachioplasty.
Can surgery get rid of bingo wings?
If the appearance is caused primarily by excess loose skin, an arm lift can remove this tissue.
If excess fat is the main concern and the skin remains firm, arm liposuction may be considered instead. Some patients require a combination of both.
What is an invisible arm lift?
The term invisible arm lift is sometimes used to describe an arm lift with a shorter or more discreetly positioned incision.
There is no completely scarless surgical arm lift. Patients with only a small amount of loose skin close to the armpit may sometimes be suitable for a shorter incision technique.
What is a mini arm lift?
A mini arm lift removes a smaller amount of loose skin, usually concentrated around the upper part of the arm close to the armpit.
It is not suitable when significant loose skin extends further down the arm.
Does an arm lift leave scars?
Yes. Arm lift surgery requires incisions, so permanent scars are expected.
The length and location depend on the amount and position of excess skin being removed. Scars usually change and mature over time.
Where is the arm lift scar?
In a standard arm lift, the scar is usually positioned along the inner or lower aspect of the upper arm.
The exact position and length depend on the surgical plan and amount of excess skin.
Can arm lift scars be hidden?
Scar placement is planned to make the incision as discreet as reasonably possible while still allowing appropriate skin removal.
However, a full arm lift scar cannot be completely hidden. This trade off should be discussed before surgery.
Can I have liposuction instead of an arm lift?
Possibly, if excess fat is the main concern and your skin has sufficient elasticity.
Liposuction does not remove significant loose skin. If hanging skin is the main concern, an arm lift is usually the more relevant procedure.
Can arm liposuction and arm lift surgery be combined?
Yes, in suitable patients.
Liposuction can address selected fat deposits while brachioplasty removes excess skin. Whether both are required depends on your individual anatomy.
How long does arm lift surgery take?
Arm lift surgery commonly takes approximately 2 to 3 hours, although the duration varies according to the extent of treatment and whether additional procedures are performed.
How long is arm lift recovery?
Initial recovery usually takes several weeks.
Many patients gradually return to lighter activities within the first few weeks, while heavier exercise and lifting require more time. Your individual recovery instructions should always be followed.
When can I lift my arms after arm lift surgery?
Gentle arm movement is part of recovery, but stretching, heavy lifting and strenuous upper body activity may need to be restricted while the incisions heal.
You will receive individual instructions based on your procedure and recovery.
Do I need a compression garment after arm lift surgery?
A compression garment is commonly recommended following brachioplasty, particularly when liposuction has also been performed.
Your treatment plan will explain how and when it should be worn.
Will my arms get loose again?
Arm lift results can be long lasting, but the body continues to age naturally.
Significant weight changes can also stretch the skin and alter the result. Maintaining a relatively stable weight can help preserve your new contour.
How long should I stay in Istanbul after an arm lift?
Your recommended stay depends on the extent of surgery and your recovery.
Medlinko will confirm your travel dates as part of your personalised treatment plan so that the appropriate initial follow up can take place before you return to the UK.
Thinking About an Arm Lift?
Meet Us Before You Travel.
Start with a free face to face consultation in London and discuss your upper arms before travelling to Istanbul.
Understand whether the main concern is loose skin, excess fat or a combination of both, and whether a full arm lift, mini arm lift or arm lift with liposuction may be appropriate.
You can also discuss the expected scar before making your decision.
Or start online from the comfort of your home.
Consult in London. Treat in Istanbul. Stay Connected Throughout.









