Is There an Invisible Arm Lift? Scars, Options and What Is Realistic
Why an arm lift always leaves a scar, the options that exist, and how the scar is looked after.
Why an arm lift always leaves a scar, the options that exist, and how the scar is looked after.
Written by Dr Rohit Kumar, specialist plastic surgeon (MED0001630444). Last reviewed October 2026. In short: Preparation starts months before surgery: a minimum of three months of stable weight, protein, iron and vitamin levels checked and corrected, no nicotine in any form for eight weeks before and after, blood sugar under control, and help at home … Read more
Written by Dr Rohit Kumar, specialist plastic surgeon (MED0001630444). Last reviewed October 2026. In short: Arm and thigh lifts remove loose skin left after major weight loss. An arm lift leaves a scar on the upper arm, placed so that it is not visible from the front, and usually needs one night in hospital; a … Read more