Arm Lift in Brazil: Candidacy, Scars and Recovery

An arm lift (brachioplasty) removes excess, lax skin from the upper arms, most often after significant weight loss or age-related skin changes. At Belvivere Plastic Surgery, in Criciúma, Santa Catarina, Dr. June Favarin and Dr. Eduardo Favarin bring 20 years of experience and have cared for more than 8,000 patients from Brazil and other countries, with surgeries performed in a hospital setting.

Understanding the Trade-Off

Brachioplasty removes loose skin at the cost of a scar along the inner arm, which is longer when more skin needs to be removed. Whether that trade-off is worthwhile — and whether liposuction alone would be enough instead — depends on skin quality and the amount of excess tissue, assessed during a physical examination.

The Procedure and Its Risks

The surgery is performed under anesthesia in an accredited hospital, often combined with liposuction of the arm. Risks include bleeding, infection, changes in sensation, and unfavorable scarring, which are discussed individually before surgery, along with realistic expectations about scar visibility.

Recovery

Recovery typically involves compression garments, activity restriction for the arms in the first weeks, and scar care once incisions have healed. Our team provides a realistic recovery timeline during the consultation and follows up in person during your stay in Criciúma.

Planning Your Visit

Patients traveling from other countries or regions of Brazil are supported by a concierge team that helps coordinate travel around the medical schedule. Contact Belvivere Plastic Surgery to schedule an individual evaluation, in person or by video call.

This content is for general information and does not replace an individualized medical evaluation.