Am I a good candidate for an arm lift?

You may be a good fit if you have loose or sagging upper arm skin that diet and exercise will not fix. Many patients come after significant weight loss or age-related skin laxity. Your surgeon confirms whether the procedure suits you before anything is booked.

What is the difference between a standard and an extended arm lift?

A standard arm lift treats the upper arm alone through an incision from the armpit to the elbow. An extended arm lift treats the same area, but the incision continues through the armpit and along the side of the chest, reaching skin that extends beyond the arm itself.

How long does the surgery take?

Most arm lift procedures take 2 to 3 hours under general anaesthesia, depending on the amount of excess skin and the technique used.

Will I have visible scars?

Yes. An arm lift leaves a scar on the inner upper arm, typically hidden when the arms are at rest. Scars fade significantly over 12 to 18 months with proper post-operative scar care.

Can an arm lift be combined with other procedures?

Often yes. An arm lift is commonly paired with liposuction, a tummy tuck, breast surgery, or a full mommy makeover, which combines recovery into a single trip. Your surgeon advises which combinations are sensible for your body.

Is an arm lift in Thailand safe?

Yes, when performed by a qualified plastic surgeon at a JCI-accredited hospital with proper screening and aftercare. Every patient has a full pre-surgery health check first, and a coordinator and nurse support the whole recovery. The risks are mainly swelling, bruising, and temporary numbness, with rarer risks like infection or asymmetry, no different from the same surgery elsewhere to the same standards.

How long do I need to stay in Thailand?

We recommend about two weeks. That covers your consultation and surgery with a 1-2 night hospital stay, the first week of daily nurse visits and recovery, and a final surgeon check before you fly home.

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Arm Lift Surgery (Brachioplasty) in Thailand

Q: How much does an arm lift cost in Thailand?

Arm lift packages with Beauty Butler start from THB 125,000 (about USD 3,900), depending on the type and any add-ons such as liposuction. Every package includes the surgical fee, hospital stay, anaesthesia, and post-op medication, plus compression garments, transfers, accommodation, daily nurse visits, and aftercare. It's all laid out clearly before you confirm, with no hidden add-ons. Instalments are available for AU and NZ patients.

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Arm Lift

Hospital stay: 1-2 nights

Duration of stay: 2 weeks

Recovery Time: 1-2 weeks for initial recovery, with full results in 6-12 months

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Arm Lift

Hospital stay: 1-2 nights

Duration of stay: 2 weeks

Recovery Time: 1-2 weeks for initial recovery, with full results in 6-12 months

What is an arm lift?

An arm lift, medically known as brachioplasty, removes loose skin and excess fat from the upper arms and tightens the tissue underneath. The result is a smoother, firmer arm contour. It's most effective after major weight loss or when ageing has left skin that no longer responds to exercise, often described as "bat wings." The surgery is performed under general anaesthesia and usually takes two to three hours. Most patients spend one to two nights in hospital before moving into recovery, with the final contour visible after three to six months. For many patients, an arm lift is the finishing step after a bigger weight-loss journey, letting them wear short sleeves and swim with confidence again.

The two arm lift types we offer

Your surgeon examines how much loose skin you have and how far it extends at consultation, then recommends the right approach with a clear reason, in one all-inclusive quote.

Standard Arm Lift

Best for sagging confined to the upper arm. The incision runs along the inner arm from the armpit to the elbow, removing excess skin and fat and tightening the remaining tissue. Liposuction is a common add-on if there's stubborn fat alongside the loose skin.

From

THB 125,000 (164,000 w/ lipo)

Recovery

Light 1–2 wks · strenuous 4–6 wks

Extended Arm Lift

Best when loose skin reaches into the armpit and side of the chest, often after major weight loss. The incision continues through the armpit and along the side of the torso, typically combined with liposuction for a fully sculpted result.

From

THB 194,000 (incl. lipo)

Recovery

Light 1–2 wks · strenuous 4–6 wks

How much does an arm lift cost in Thailand?

An arm lift with Beauty Butler starts from THB 125,000 (about USD 3,900) for a standard arm lift, all-inclusive, or from THB 194,000 for an extended arm lift with liposuction. The same surgery typically costs far more back home once you add hospital fees, anaesthesia, and aftercare: around USD 7,000 to 10,000 in Australia or the UK, and USD 7,500 to 14,000 in the United States. Beauty Butler's Thailand price is confirmed and covers everything, including surgery, hospital stay, medication, transfers, accommodation, and daily nurse aftercare, while the overseas figures are general market ranges for comparison, not itemised quotes.

Thailand — Beauty Butler, all-inclusive	From THB 125,000 (~USD 3,900)
Australia / UK	~USD 7,000–10,000
United States	~USD 7,500–14,000

Which arm lift is right for you?

How far your loose skin extends matters more than any single measurement. Sagging skin confined to the upper arm points to a standard arm lift, while loose skin that continues into the armpit or side of the chest, often after major weight loss, points to an extended arm lift. Your surgeon tells you which type suits your body and why, rather than leaving you to guess from a menu, and you'll talk it all through on a free video consultation before you commit.

Recovery — what two weeks in Bangkok actually look like

An arm lift is a relatively quick operation, but the two weeks afterwards decide how comfortable and well-healed you are when you fly home. Here's what a typical recovery stay with us looks like:

Days 1–2 · In hospital

One to two nights in a private room at a JCI-accredited Bangkok hospital, nurses on call, gentle arm movements encouraged early.

Day 3 · Transition to recovery

We transfer you to a spacious one-bedroom apartment in central Bangkok, where our nurse meets you and starts your recovery routine.

Daily · Nurse visits

One of our own registered nurses visits every day through about day seven, included, not an add-on.

Days 6–8 · Active recovery

Sutures typically come out, lymphatic drainage massage begins with a separate therapist, and your surgeon follow-up is arranged.

Days 9–11 · Feeling steadier

Swelling keeps easing and arm movement feels more natural, with nurse visits and lymphatic drainage continuing as helpful.

Days 12–14 · Ready to fly home

A final surgeon check, travel clearance, and airport transfer arranged, with compression garments continuing for the full 4–6 weeks.

Why patients choose Beauty Butler

Most agencies in Bangkok offer comparable surgeons, hospitals, and prices. The difference is the aftercare, and the trust you can build before you commit:

✓A personal coordinator and daily nurse visits at your apartment.

✓A consultation with your surgeon before you book, with no deposit pressure.

✓Surgeons we've personally vetted at JCI-accredited hospitals, not a marketplace.

✓One honest all-inclusive quote, no hidden add-ons — 15% deposit, balance due two weeks before surgery.

✓Recovery designed around healing, with follow-up surgeon appointments arranged and accompanied.

After you fly home, we're always available for any concerns.