These arm lift before-and-after images show a 47-year-old woman who weighs 165 pounds, stands 5'6", and previously lost 120 pounds through Roux-en-Y (RNY) gastric bypass surgery. Following massive weight loss, she underwent a crescent arm lift to improve localized loose skin near the upper inner arms. This procedure is also called a mini arm lift, hidden arm lift, or short-scar brachioplasty. Its greatest benefit is a discreet scar concealed in the armpit crease. Unlike a traditional arm lift, which commonly leaves an incision extending along the inner arm, the crescent technique removes a limited section of skin through the axilla. This approach tightens the tissue near the shoulder while keeping the length of the visible arm free of a surgical incision. Performed under general anesthesia, the operation takes approximately 2–3 hours. The after photographs demonstrate a smoother contour around the armpit and upper arm. Patients can expect temporary swelling, bruising, soreness, and a pulling sensation with arm movement. Light daily tasks often resume within several days, while sedentary work may resume in about a week. Heavy lifting, demanding workouts, and repeated overhead movements should be avoided during initial recovery. Hidden scar arm reduction works best when laxity is confined to the upper arm near the axilla; more extensive skin excess generally requires a longer incision. Scar maturation and contour refinement continue for months. The armpit scar remains visible.
Weight Loss Miracle Lady Gets Minimal Incision Crescent Arm lift Brachioplasty*
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- Ageundisclosed
- GenderFemale
- EthnicityWhite
- Height5’ 6” - 6’ 0”
- Weight100 - 149 lbs
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Following a 120-pound weight loss after Roux-en-Y gastric bypass, this 47-year-old female patient, 5'6" and 165 pounds, chose a hidden scar arm lift to improve the contour of her upper arms. These before-and-after pictures illustrate a crescent arm lift, also called a mini brachioplasty or limited-incision arm reduction. Its defining feature is the location of the surgical scar: the incision is placed inside the natural armpit fold rather than extending down the arm. A small crescent of redundant skin is removed near the axilla, allowing the uppermost inner arm to be tightened while avoiding the long scar associated with a full arm lift. For patients whose excess skin is mainly close to the armpit, this concealed-incision approach offers a meaningful cosmetic advantage. Surgery typically lasts 2–3 hours and is performed under general anesthesia. The postoperative views emphasize a more refined upper-arm outline and a smoother transition into the chest. Initial downtime can include swelling, bruising, discomfort, and limited overhead reaching. Gentle activity usually resumes after several days, with desk work often possible around one week. Lifting weights and vigorous exercise are postponed during early healing. A crescent lift cannot correct substantial loose skin extending to the elbow, so the amount and location of skin excess determine whether a hidden arm scar is feasible. The armpit scar fades gradually as healing progresses. The scar stays inside the underarm fold.