Overview
Scottsdale, AZ board-certified plastic surgeon, Dr. John Williams, has special skills in body contouring and fat removal, specifically for the upper arm. An arm lift, also known as brachioplasty, uses a diverse range of innovative cosmetic surgical techniques to remove excess skin and fat deposits from the upper arm. Maturing skin may droop on the arms or the skin may hang due to the patient having lost weight. In order to lift the arm, an incision is typically made from under the elbow along the inner arm to the armpit. Dr. Williams may use a combination of techniques, such as liposuction, for greater success. Patients requesting an arm lift may inquire about other surgeries performed at the same time as the arm lift.
Best Candidates
The best candidates for an arm lift procedure are men or women who have loose and hanging skin from the underside of the upper arm. This skin keeps these individuals from wearing short sleeves or fitted clothing. Patients must be at or near their goal weight, and their weight loss should be stabilized. This surgery is not reserved for weight loss patients alone. Aging and gravity can also have a negative effect on the arms. Patients who are in good health and wish to have their arms toned and tightened may also consider this procedure.
What to Expect
The goal of a brachioplasty procedure is a toned upper arm appearance. Our talented surgeon will evaluate the skin quality and looseness and determine how much fat, tissue and skin should be removed to attain the results the patient desires. The length of the incision made during surgery will vary; patients who have healthy skin tone may only require a minor incision. Massive weight loss patients that present with excessively loose and hanging skin will require a more extensive approach. During surgery, the excess skin is trimmed and removed. Extending the lift into the armpit is sometimes required during this procedure for patients who have additional skin and fat deposits within the armpit.
John Williams, MD Plastic Surgery Reviews
Words can not express how truly happy I am with my whole experience! I have wanted this surgery for years, but never thought I would actually voluntarily have someone cut me open. Trust in someone to do that is HUGE! Dr. Williams put me at ease immediately. After meeting and speaking with Dr. Williams I knew I was in good hands! He explained the whole process and everything I should expect (good and bad). If I had known about him before I wouldn’t have waited so long! His whole staff is fantastic, especially Adriana! Thank you for EVERYTHING! It’s been a month, I know I have a long way to go till I’m all healed, but I am already so very happy with the results! If you are looking for a great surgeon look no further!
When you place yourself if the care of others, it’s nice to feel confident and safe. This is what I found in Dr. William’s office. He gives his professional opinion and lets you make an informed decision. Dr Williams also gives you options, helping you to feel your best. Stephanie, is the aesthetician who has been wonderful, she helps you to look better at any age. She explains the procedures and lets you decide what will work best for you. When she does a treatment she takes her time, explaining along the way what she is doing and why.Dr. Williams and his staff are truly “Scottsdale’s best”!
He is the nicest Dr out there! He’s just REAL. He won’t do anything that might not be good for your health. I appreciate that 🙏 He is gentle and kind
I purposely waited more than 365 days since my breast reduction surgery (July 29, 2023) to write this review so I could provide other potential patients with most thorough review possible about my breast reduction surgery experience with Dr. Williams. Simply put, five stars is not nearly enough -- I would give Dr. Williams 10 stars if I could. I had wanted this surgery for over 20 years (since having kids), and decided to finally go for it, but as someone who has never had an elective surgery, I wasn't sure how to choose a surgeon. I created an Excel spreadsheet and cross-compared more than 15 local surgeons who specialized in reductions, factoring in patient reviews on various web sites, before and after photos, availability, and price point -- I narrowed it down to Dr. Williams and a few others. But when I met Dr. Williams in person, it was settled for me because of how instantly comfortable I felt from the moment I walked in the door and met Adrianna to meeting Dr. Williams and discussing the surgery with him. I'm happy to say that isn't just an act to get you in the door ---- for EVERY SINGLE VISIT after that, to the day of my surgery, to my final post-surgery send-off, my experience with Dr. Williams was 100% impeccable and I can honestly say, flawless. He's not only a true artist, he's friendly, approachable, up front, honest, and clear about every step of the process and leaves nothing undiscussed or undisclosed -- even some of the gross details about the healing process I was squeamish to hear. I had struggled with body dysmorphia and insecurity about my large chest since breastfeeding my two kids and was constantly preoccupied with it and felt irritated about how much I had to adjust my life to accommodate it. It wasn't about "back pain" for me as much as it was dealing with painful rashes in the heat, difficulty breathing, feeling hindered when doing physical activity, and the inability to wear what I wanted. After the surgery, all of this insecurity instantly went away and I finally feel more comfortable in my body than I have in more than 20 years! I can honestly say it was worth every penny and I have not -- not even for a single second -- regretted my choice to get this surgery. It is honestly one of the best choices I have ever made!As advised, the healing process was uncomfortable and required a lot of patience and time. As advised, it has taken about a full year to fully heal, but I'm so happy to say that I finally feel healed and everything that was numb has woken back up! I do have some visible scars but they're not in any way unattractive and look so much better than expected. The shape and size of my breasts fits my body and frame beautifully and I feel like ME again.I would absolutely recommend Dr. Williams to anyone considering this specialized surgery. And if you're scared , that's OK. I was too! But it all worked out so much better than I could have even hoped. Thank you Dr. Williams for my amazing results -- I appreciate you!
Dr. Williams is an amazing surgeon! I've been a patient for 17 years, and would never trust anyone as much as I trust him. Adriana is wonderful too! She is great at communicaton and delivers great care to patients. #dreamteam
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Total Reviews
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Average Rating
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Average Cost
$13,000.00 - $16,000.00
Recovery Time
4-6 weeks
Average Procedure Time
4-5 hours
Post-op Follow-up
6 months
Procedure Recovery Location
Out-Patient
After Surgery
Swelling is expected after brachioplasty surgery although this varies between patients. The swelling starts to resolve during the first 1-2 weeks after surgery. A compression garment or sleeve will usually be needed for 4-6 weeks to control this swelling and help keep the skin and tissue firmly protected. Most patients can resume modest arm activity in 3-4 weeks, with a complete recovery occurring in about 6-8 weeks. While scarring is unfortunately a part of this procedure, the incision resides under the arm so that it is not as noticeable. Our doctor will provide a scar treatment plan so that the incision heals in a healthy and quick manner.
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Get Toned Arms Today
If you are in the process of completing your weight loss journey, or if aging and gravity has caused loose skin to hang from your arms, we encourage you to schedule a consultation with our talented staff today. As a body contouring board-certified plastic surgeon, Dr. Williams creates tighter, youthful looking arms with lasting results.