Procedures · Body ·
Arm lift in Istanbul
Brachioplasty: removal of excess skin and fatty tissue on the upper arms — for a cleaner, more natural arm contour.
What it can address: Correction of sagging skin and fatty tissue on the inner upper arms — after weight loss or with age, when the skin forms folds.
Results
Real results from the doctor’s patients — no retouching, no filters. Drag the slider to see the change.
Real before/after photos will appear here — with patients’ written consent
Arm lift · 6 months after surgery
Results are individual and depend on each patient’s anatomy. Photos are published only with written consent.
What an arm lift involves
Four stages — from the initial assessment to the follow-up check. You’ll know in advance how the preparation, surgery, and recovery unfold.
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Preliminary assessment by the doctor
Send photos and describe the changes you’d like. The doctor will assess your anatomy and the possible scope of correction. An online consultation with the doctor is also available.
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Consultation and preparation in Istanbul
Before surgery, you’ll have an in-person consultation with the doctor and the necessary preoperative workup — its scope depends on the type of surgery and anesthesia.
Preparation and tests
Before your trip, the coordinator will send a short list: which medications to stop in advance, what to bring, and how to prepare for the flight.
In Istanbul, before surgery, you’ll have blood tests, an ECG, and a consultation with the anesthesiologist. The doctor examines your arms, and together you agree on the surgical plan. If the results suggest it’s better to postpone, you’ll know in advance.
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Surgery
An arm lift is performed under general anesthesia and takes 60–90 minutes on average. The length can vary depending on the extent of correction. After surgery, you stay overnight at the clinic under medical supervision.
During the surgery
The doctor removes excess skin and subcutaneous fat on the upper arms and tightens the skin. Most often the surgery is needed after weight loss: the fat is gone, but the stretched skin remains and forms folds that make sleeveless clothing uncomfortable to wear.
After surgery, a special compression garment is worn to support the arms while they heal.
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Recovery
After discharge, recovery continues at your hotel, and the assistants stay in touch with you. A supportive compression garment is worn after surgery, and on day 7 the doctor carries out a follow-up check.
Recovery day by day
0After surgery — one night at the clinic under medical supervision.
1An examination before discharge and transfer to the hotel. Swelling, bruising, and a feeling of tightness can be a normal part of recovery after surgery.
2–6Recovery at the hotel in a supportive compression garment.
7The final check before you leave. By this point any drains that were placed have already been removed, dressings have been changed and stitches taken out. The doctor makes sure that healing is going normally and there are no signs of complications. Arm movement and physical exertion are limited, and saunas and pools are avoided — the doctor will tell you for how long individually.
12 moScars mature over about six months and, by the one-year mark, become lighter and less noticeable. Scheduled photo check-ins let the doctor follow how recovery is progressing.
Risks and contraindicationsPatient safety is the priority at every stage. Before the procedure, the doctor assesses the patient’s health.
Risks
Like any surgical procedure, an arm lift carries possible risks, including bleeding, infection, swelling, temporary changes in sensation, asymmetry, and variations in how scars form. In some cases, additional correction may be needed. The possible risks are discussed with the patient before surgery.
Contraindications
Acute illnesses and inflammatory conditions, blood-clotting disorders, pregnancy, breastfeeding, and certain chronic conditions may be grounds for postponing surgery or for further evaluation. The decision on whether surgery can proceed is made by the doctors after assessing the patient’s health.
What’s included in your treatment
The medical part only. The doctor will quote the cost once he has seen your photos.
- Surgery and general anesthesia
- Lab tests and consultation with the anesthesiologist
- One night at the clinic under supervision
- Dressings and supplies
- Follow-up check before departure
- Photo follow-up1 · 3 · 6 · 12 mo
The whole trip takes 7–8 days
From arrival to departure — with a coordinator by your side.
How your trip works →- −1 · 0Arrival and surgery
airport pickup, consultation, and surgery
- 1–6Hotel and recovery
coordinator on call
- 7Follow-up and departure
exam with the doctor, transfer to the airport
Questions and answers
Ask a question →How much does the surgery cost?
The cost is calculated individually. The doctor provides it after reviewing your photos. Send them on WhatsApp — you’ll receive a plan and the full price.
Will the scars be visible?
A scar always remains. It matures over about six months and, by the one-year mark, becomes light and less noticeable.
When can I return to work and sports?
Timing is individual and depends on how your recovery goes. The doctor will give you personal recommendations at the follow-up check and will stay in touch with you after you return home.
Do I need to wear a compression garment?
Yes, a compression garment is worn after surgery to support the arms. The doctor will tell you how long to wear it at the follow-up check.
How many days do I need to be in Istanbul?
For surgeries under general anesthesia we recommend 7–8 days in Istanbul — from arrival to the follow-up check; under local anesthesia, 2–3 days. The coordinator will agree exact dates with you after the doctor’s preliminary assessment.
When can I fly home?
After the follow-up check on day 7. The doctor clears you to go home once he’s confident your recovery is on track.
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