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Arm Lift

Surgery to lift and tighten skin on the arms and treat bingo wings

Arm Lift Before and After

Arm Lift AT A GLANCE

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Treats

Bingo wings, excess fat and sagging skin on the upper arms

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Anaesthesia

General anaesthetic

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Duration

1-2 hours

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Hospital stay

No

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Recovery

4-6 weeks. You may be able to return to work after 2 weeks

MAKING YOU, MORE YOU

Arm Lift surgery can be the safe and effective solution you have been looking for to finally get rid of your ‘bingo wings’.

MAKING YOU, MORE YOU

Arm Lift surgery can be the safe and effective solution you have been looking for to finally get rid of your ‘bingo wings’.

Arm lift treatment overview

Overview

An Arm Lift, or brachioplasty, treats loose, sagging skin and excess fat on the upper arms often called "bingo wings." It's a common concern after significant weight loss or as part of natural ageing, when skin no longer has the elasticity to tighten on its own, regardless of diet or exercise.

There isn't one single approach. Depending on how much excess skin and fat you have, your surgeon may recommend:

  • Arm Lift (Skin Excision) - for slender arms with excess skin but little excess fat, removing loose skin to tighten and reshape the upper arm
  • Arm Lift (Liposuction & Skin Excision) - the most common combination, using liposuction to refine contour and excision to remove loose skin
  • Arm Lift (Liposuction & Extended Skin Excision) - for significant excess skin, often following major weight loss, with a longer incision to remove more tissue
  • Forearm Lift (Skin Excision) - a separate procedure that addresses loose skin below the elbow, often relevant for patients who've had significant weight loss and want the whole arm to look consistent

Every option at Bella Vou includes your pre and post-operative care, general anaesthetic, two compression garments, and two manual lymphatic drainage (MLD) therapy sessions as standard — with no hidden extras. Your surgeon will make a careful assessment and recommend the option most likely to give you the result you want, with the least surgery necessary to achieve it.

FAQs

How long is the scar for an Arm Lift?

The scar from an arm lift usually runs from the armpit to the elbow along the inner arm. Its length depends on how much excess skin is removed, but it's typically a long, thin scar that fades over time.

What type of stitches are used in Arm Lift surgery?

Will I be able to have an Arm Lift under local anaesthetic?

When will I be able to drive after an Arm Lift?

How much is an Arm Lift (Bingo Wings) cost in the UK?

How painful is Arm Lift surgery?

What is the Best Age for an Arm Lift?

What's the difference between the Arm Lift options?

Where will my scar be, and how visible is it?

Do I need surgery, or would liposuction alone be enough?

What's included in the Arm Lift price?

Pricing
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Please book a complimentary consultation to discuss your exact requirements with our cosmetic surgeons, but typically prices start as shown below
Procedure Medical Director Consultant Specialists
Arm Lift (Skin Excision)
Includes: Pre & Post Care, General Anaesthetic, Two Compression Garments & two manual lymphatic drainage (MLD) therapy sessions (slender arms)
£6,945.00 £6,945.00
Arm Lift (Liposuction & Skin Excision)
Including all precare, aftercare, General Anaesthetic, two compression garments and two manual lymphatic drainage (MLD) therapy sessions
£8,695.00 £8,695.00
Arm Lift (Liposuction & Extended Skin Excision)
Including all precare, aftercare, General Anaesthetic, two compression garments and two manual lymphatic drainage (MLD) therapy sessions
£10,695.00 £10,695.00
Forearm Lift (Skin Excision)
Including all precare, aftercare, General Anaesthetic, two compression garments and two manual lymphatic drainage (MLD) therapy sessions
£6,945.00 £6,945.00

YOUR SIMPLE
5 STEP
JOURNEY

YOUR SIMPLE 5 STEP JOURNEY

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Step 1. Free, no-obligation consultation

Bella Vou offers every client a free consultation with an expert, accredited cosmetic surgeon with no obligation to proceed to treatment. The consultation is an opportunity to discuss any concerns you have with your skin and your appearance, the results you want to achieve, and whether Arm Lift surgery can help you reach those goals.

Bella Vou also offers innovative, new techniques for treating loose skin and excess fatty tissue. The experienced plastic surgeons can advise on whether Vaser liposculpture, together with either Renuvion skin tightening or surgery to remove excess skin, may provide smaller scars, quicker recovery, and a better cosmetic result.

Bella Vou will always give you an honest and impartial professional opinion. Mr Amir Nakhdjevani says:

‘We make sure that we advise people correctly about whether surgery is right for them. We treat everyone as if they were our family. We might turn people away, suggest alternative treatments, or we may suggest that they go to a different specialist at another establishment. If someone is uncertain about an operation, we're happy to see them several times, without a consultation charge. At Bella Vou, we never pressurise people or try to sell procedures. It's always about giving an honest opinion and honest advice.’

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Step 2. Meet your surgeon

You will be offered an appointment to meet your surgeon again before proceeding to surgery. This will give you a chance to find out more about the procedure, your recovery and to ask any questions you may have. The consultant will talk you through the Arm Lift operation and take time to address all your concerns.

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Step 3. Preparation for Arm Lift surgery

Preparation for your surgery can reduce the risk of infection and improve your recovery.

Shower daily and stop smoking cigarettes, e-cigarettes and vaping to help prevent complications and problems with healing. If you have a general anaesthetic, you will be given individual advice on fasting before the procedure.

On the day of your Arm Lift, you’ll be personally welcomed to Bella Vou, given a gown to wear and escorted to the state-of-the-art operating theatre.

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Step 4. What happens during Arm Lift surgery

After carefully cleansing the skin, the surgeon makes an incision on the inside of the arm. The length of this depends on the severity of skin laxity and the amount of skin to be removed. For people with extensive excess skin, the scar may extend from the armpit to just above the elbow.

The surgeon carefully excises all the excess skin and fatty tissue, before pulling the skin tightly over the arms, and stitching the skin and soft tissues closed. The sutures are hidden under the skin, absorbable and do not need to be removed.

After the operation, dressings are applied to the wound, and the arms are bandaged to reduce swelling and bruising.

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Step 5. Recovery from an Arm Lift

After the procedure, there are no drains or drips. You will be able to go home on the same day. It’s important to arrange a friend or family member to pick you up and escort you home.

One of the Bella Vou team will give you a call the day after surgery to make sure you're well, have had a good night and to answer any questions. You will be given an individual post-operative rehabilitation plan; it's essential to follow this carefully to help your healthy recovery.

Some arm swelling and bruising are normal. You will be given a specially-designed pressure garment, this helps to reduce the post-surgery swelling and should be worn day and night. It is also important to keep your arm in a high arm sling and mobilise your hand regularly, to help reduce fluid build-up.

The staff at Bella Vou will carefully monitor your recovery. After one week, the nurse and wound care specialist will check your scar. At around six weeks, your surgeon will check your progress and at six months, the nurse and wound care specialist will see you again to ensure that you remain healthy, well and happy with your results. If you have any questions or concerns, the staff are always on hand to offer support and guidance.

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Medically reviewed by

Amir Nakhdjevani

Last Updated: July 6, 2026

Published On: August 22, 2019

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