Arm Lift (Brachioplasty) in Oakville, Ontario

Quick Facts About Arm Lift Procedure

Excess skin on the upper arms can be a source of frustration, especially after significant weight loss or as part of the natural aging process. If you’ve ever felt self-conscious about the appearance of your arms, an arm lift can provide the solution you’ve been looking for. This procedure tightens and smooths the skin, helping you achieve firmer, more toned arms that reflect the hard work you’ve put into your health and fitness.

Recovery Time Recovery Time: 2-4 weeks

Potential Benefits

Removes excess upper-arm skin and fat for firmer, more toned arms.

Sedation

General anesthesia.

Recovery

Wear a compression garment for 6 weeks. Swelling and bruising fade within 10–20 days. Continued improvement over several months.

Results

Longevity dependent on age, avoiding weight fluctuations and skin laxity.

Treatment

Skin/fat removed via armpit-to-elbow incision. Tissue tightened.

Arm Lift (Brachioplasty) in Oakville, Ontario

Arm Lift (Brachioplasty) Surgery in Oakville

At ICLS, serving the Greater Toronto Area from our Oakville clinic, our approach to brachioplasty goes beyond simple skin excision. We focus on treating both the quantity and quality of the skin to create a toned, proportional, and athletic arm contour. Dr. Julie Khanna, who literally wrote the book on this procedure as a textbook chapter author for Enhanced Lipocontouring of the Arms, utilizes the most advanced techniques in North America.

To achieve a refined result with minimal downtime, we combine surgical precision with high-tech fat removal:
  • Advanced Lipocontouring: Dr. Khanna utilizes a combination of VASER® Ultrasonic Liposuction and MicroAire Power-Assisted Liposuction. VASER’s gentle ultrasonic energy releases fat while preserving surrounding tissues and encouraging skin tightening, while MicroAire allows for high-definition sculpting.
  • Integrated Skin Tightening: To maximize results, we often pair the lift with radiofrequency or helium plasma technology to improve skin elasticity and “shrink-wrap” the skin to the new contour.
  • Enhanced Wound Support: We use Sylke and/or BRIJ technologies to provide structural support for incisions, ensuring the best possible scar outcomes.
  • Pre-Op Care: Patients receive a specific Alastin Skincare regimen (including Repair and ReForm) tailored to their surgical plan.
  • Safety & Healing: Our protocol includes the use of an HOCl electrolyzed solution for superior post-operative infection prevention.

What is an Arm Lift?

Brachioplasty, also known as an arm lift, is a surgical procedure to remove excess skin and fatty deposits from the upper arm. As skin ages or after excess weight loss, skin tends to loose elasticity and become lax. Diet and exercise typically have little effect on diminishing the appearance of this excess skin. Surgical excision is often the most effective way of removing this excess skin.

How is Brachioplasty Performed?

The operation is performed under local anaesthesia with sedation, or under general anaesthesia. The procedure takes approximately two to three hours to perform. Patients can expect to have scarring that extends from the armpit, along the inside of the arm to the elbow. Our surgeon often combines our Skin Tightening using radiofrequency along with a brachioplasty procedure to improve the quality of the skin as well as the shape of the arm.

ICLS offers non-invasive options for contouring the arms including BodyTite. BodyTite gently melts fat away using radiofrequency energy, tightens the skin, and contours the body in various areas, including the arms, abdomen and thighs.

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Aftercare and Recovery

The patient goes home with the upper arms in a compression garment which must be worn for six weeks after surgery. Initial discomfort is easily controlled with oral medication. The sutures used are dissolvable and therefore do not have to be removed, though they may be trimmed in the days after surgery if necessary.

Why Choose ICLS for Brachioplasty in Toronto?

Patients from Oakville, Mississauga, Toronto, Burlington, and Hamilton trust ICLS for arm lift procedures because of Dr. Khanna’s expertise in body contouring and his commitment to delivering natural, balanced results. An arm lift can help restore firmness and tone to your upper arms, and Dr. Khanna’s specialized approach ensures that the procedure is tailored to your specific goals.

With years of experience in contouring techniques, Dr. Khanna creates personalized plans for each patient, focusing on achieving smoother, more youthful-looking arms. Our collaborative process ensures that your vision is reflected in the results, helping you feel more confident in your appearance.

Contact ICLS today to schedule a consultation and explore how an arm lift can help you achieve firmer, more toned arms.

Frequently Asked Questions

Bruising and swelling will decrease within 10-20 days. The final result is evident in 4-6 weeks or sooner with continued improvement for several months. 

Patients can expect to have scarring that extends from the armpit, along the inside of the arm to the elbow. Patients who have been plagued by excess skin are not often bothered by the appearance of this scar as it is concealed with the arms at your side, and scarring does fade significantly over time.

Brachioplasty pricing ranges from $13,900 to $18,400. Final pricing is determined upon consultation. Contact us to find out more.

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Our Doctor

Dr. Julie Khanna

MD, FRCSC

As one of Canada’s leading cosmetic plastic surgeons for over 30 years, Dr. Khanna approaches every procedure with the goal of creating results that feel natural, balanced, and uniquely your own. 
Supported by an accredited, state-of-the-art facility and a team she’s personally trained, Dr. Khanna embodies the ICLS Advantage: experience, innovation, and care that always put the patient first.
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