About Arm Lift Surgery

An Arm Lift (Brachioplasty) procedure is a surgical procedure designed to remove excess skin from the upper arm and improve the contour of the arm both in and out of clothing.

Brachioplasty aims to tighten the skin and can be performed in combination with liposuction.  This procedure is carried out under a general anaesthesia and will take between 2 and 3 hours.

Brachioplasty is not a surgical treatment for being overweight. Obese individuals who intend to lose weight should postpone all forms of body contouring surgery until they have been able to maintain their weight loss.

Why Choose The Elena Prousskaia Clinic?

Elena is one of the UK’s most sought after aesthetic surgeons for her artistry, calm and friendly manner. Ms Elena Prousskaia has been carrying out aesthetic and plastic surgery procedures for more than 20 years. Elena trained for eight years in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery and since then has held leading UK and internatal Fellowships to enhance her surgical skills.

As an NHS Consultant Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon at Southmead Hospital, she dedicated several years to complex microsurgical reconstruction and general plastic surgery. During this time at North Bristol Trust, she particularly enjoyed rebuilding patients giving them their body and confidence back. At present, Ms Prousskaia runs her own successful private practice performing full range of plastic and aesthetic surgery for face, body and breast. Elena Prousskaia consults in several clinics around the UK. Please see the ‘Our Locations’ tab in the menu for exact addresses or call us to discuss your closest location.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How Will I Know If An Arm Lift Procedure Is Right For Me?

Elena will help you decide on the right procedure after a conversation and examination in her clinic. She will talk you through all the intricacies of the surgery, offering advice on how best to prepare and how to look after yourself during the recovery period. Once you’ve gone home we’re always available for advice. The Elena Prousskaia Clinic prides itself on the quality of both its pre and post operative care so we’ll make sure you’re completely informed, relaxed and comfortable at all stages of the process.

What Does This Procedure Cost?

Please visit our fees page for more information.

What Can I Expect From A Consultation?

Elena always offers lengthy, detailed consultations so she can fully understand the aims you are requesting. Elena can then talk through the available options, results and after care as well as the operation itself. Following your initial consultation It is normal to have a second consultation, for you to ask any further questions, once you have had time to consider the different surgical options. After the decision is made, we will carefully prepare for your surgery. During this consultation, you will have a fully informed consent form instructing what to do before and after surgery for the best outcome.

What Would My Expected Results Be?

Elena prides herself on taking the time to truly understand a patient’s aims and discussing what result will work best given the patient’s body shape and size. Although good results are expected, the body is not symmetric and almost everyone has some degree of unevenness, which may not be recognized in advance. The more realistic your expectations as to results, the better your results will be in your eye. You will have at least two consultations with Elena where she ensures that she meets your expectations and she will always try to achieve your desired results. See our Gallery for results.

How Long Does It Take To Recover From An Arm Lift?

Typically, patients are able to stop medication in about a week and begin to stand straight in 2-4 weeks, You should avoid all sport activities, housework such as hovering, driving, dog walking for at least 4-6 weeks following surgery and any weight lifting or strenuous activities for up to 8-12 months following the surgery. Elena will talk you through all the intricacies of the surgery, offering advice on how best to prepare and how to look after yourself during the recovery period. The visibility of your scars will depend on the technique used and on the biological response of your body to surgery and healing. Generally, the scars after this type of surgery are almost invisible by the end of the year. Patients can benefit from taking four-six weeks off work, and after you have seen Ms Prousskaia for your four weeks, follow up you can discuss beginning a gradual exercise and other routine activities.

Can I Smoke Or Vape Before My Surgery?

Elena does not operate on patients that regularly smoke or vape. To be considered for this procedure you must refrain from smoking or vaping for 3 months before and after your surgery.

Treatment Videos

As a useful resource please view these videos to help educate and explain this procedure in detail.

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Fees & Financing

The cost includes the hospital, surgeon and anaesthetic fees. It also covers all post-operative visits. The initial consultation fee will be invoiced separately. The prices apply only at the time of publication and are subject to changes without notification.

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Plastic Surgery Accreditations
Expertise & Experience

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Elena Prousskaia is a Board Certified UK Consultant Plastic Surgeon, with memberships in:

  • British Association of Plastic Surgeons (BAPRAS)
  • Royal College of Surgeons, London (FRCS Plast)
  • European Board of Plastic Surgeons (EBOPRAS)

She is also listed on the UK GMC Specialist Register for Plastic Surgery and holds a Certificate of Completion of Training in Plastic Surgery.

  • ISAPS
  • British Association of Plastic Surgeons
  • Royal College of Surgeons, London
  • General Medical Council
  • European Board of Plastic Surgeons
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