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Cosmetic Surgery · Birmingham, Alabama

Arm Lift in Birmingham

Surgery that removes the loose, hanging skin on the upper arm that follows major weight loss or aging, usually with liposuction of any remaining fat, through an incision along the inner arm. The only fix for skin that hangs; the trade is a scar most people consider worth it. Compare Birmingham clinics below and request a free consultation.

Typical cost in Birmingham

$5,000 to $10,000

per procedure (both arms) · USD

A general range for Birmingham, rounded for guidance. Confirm exact pricing with each clinic.

Surgeon directory

Arm Lift surgeons in Birmingham

Plastic surgeons in Birmingham who list arm lift among their procedures. Tap any surgeon to view details and request a consultation.

Arm Lift surgeons in Birmingham

6 surgeons on this page. Tap a pin for details, or close the map to compare the list.

Cohn Plastic Surgery in Birmingham

Cohn Plastic Surgery

Birmingham

4.9 (200) · Google

Financing available

Cohn Plastic Surgery is a plastic surgery practice in Birmingham, Alabama, rated 4.9 stars across 200 Google reviews, performing 17 tracked procedures.

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Steinmetz Plastic Surgery in Birmingham

Steinmetz Plastic Surgery

Birmingham

4.8 (192) · Google

Financing available

Steinmetz Plastic Surgery is a plastic surgery practice in Birmingham, Alabama, rated 4.8 stars across 192 Google reviews, performing 23 tracked procedures.

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Hedden, Gunn, and Halka Plastic Surgery in Birmingham

Hedden, Gunn, and Halka Plastic Surgery

Birmingham

4.6 (563) · Google

Financing available

Hedden, Gunn, and Halka Plastic Surgery is a plastic surgery practice in Birmingham, Alabama, rated 4.6 stars across 563 Google reviews, performing 23 tracked procedures.

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Core Plastic Surgery: Grady Core, MD, FACS in Birmingham

Core Plastic Surgery: Grady Core, MD, FACS

Birmingham

4.8 (109) · Google

Financing available

Core Plastic Surgery: Grady Core, MD, FACS is a plastic surgery practice in Birmingham, Alabama, rated 4.8 stars across 109 Google reviews, performing 20 tracked procedures.

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Dr. Joshua Halka, MD - Plastic Surgeon in Birmingham

Dr. Joshua Halka, MD - Plastic Surgeon

Birmingham

4.9 (69) · Google

Financing available

Dr. Joshua Halka, MD - Plastic Surgeon is a plastic surgery practice in Birmingham, Alabama, rated 4.9 stars across 69 Google reviews, performing 23 tracked procedures.

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Dr. J. Stephen Gunn, MD - Plastic Surgeon in Birmingham

Dr. J. Stephen Gunn, MD - Plastic Surgeon

Birmingham

4.8 (66) · Google

Financing available

Dr. J. Stephen Gunn, MD - Plastic Surgeon is a plastic surgery practice in Birmingham, Alabama, rated 4.8 stars across 66 Google reviews, performing 23 tracked procedures.

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Nearest Arm Lift providers to Birmingham

No Birmingham clinics list Arm Lift yet. These are the closest cities where providers are available now.

About Arm Lift

Surgery that removes the loose, hanging skin on the upper arm that follows major weight loss or aging, usually with liposuction of any remaining fat, through an incision along the inner arm. The only fix for skin that hangs; the trade is a scar most people consider worth it.

Sessions

One procedure; permanent for the skin removed

Downtime

Compression sleeves for several weeks, desk work in 1 to 2 weeks, arms fully active at 6 weeks

Good candidate

People with significant loose skin on the upper arms, most often after large weight loss, at a stable weight, who accept a scar on the inner arm in exchange for a firm contour

  • The only treatment that removes hanging arm skin
  • Firm, defined upper arms in one procedure
  • Combined with liposuction for arms that have both skin and fat
  • Scar placed along the inner arm, hidden with arms at rest
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At a glance

Arm Lift in Birmingham: the numbers

6 plastic surgery practices in the Birmingham area list arm lift. From Google Places listings; hours and locations change, so confirm with the practice.

  • Together the 6 with Google reviews hold 1,199 reviews at an average rating of 4.8; 4 have 100 or more.
  • Where they are: Birmingham (5), Vestavia Hills (1).
From their own websites

What Birmingham arm lift practices state about themselves

What 6 Birmingham practices that list arm lift say on their own websites (checked September 2026); one that does not mention something may still offer it, so ask at your consultation.

  • 5 of 6 state certification by the American Board of Plastic Surgery
  • Other boards named: American Board of Surgery (3)
  • 2 of 6 state they are Fellows of the American College of Surgeons (FACS)
  • 3 of 6 state an accredited surgical facility
  • 2 of 6 mention financing, naming CareCredit (1)
  • 3 of 6 show before-and-after photos on their site

In their words

Cohn Plastic SurgerySome procedures that can be combined with liposuction include arm lift surgery (brachioplasty), neck lift surgery, thighplasty, and tummy tuck surgery (abdominoplasty).
FAQ

Arm Lift in Birmingham: common questions

How much does Arm Lift cost in Birmingham?

Arm Lift generally runs $5,000 to $10,000 per procedure (both arms), and each Birmingham clinic sets its own price. The biggest variables are the provider's experience level and the specific device or product used. Newer technology and senior injectors price at the upper end. Pricing is quoted in US dollars (USD). Request a consultation from any of our listed Birmingham clinics for a personalized quote.

How often should I get Arm Lift?

Maintenance schedules vary. Most Birmingham providers recommend periodic refresh sessions every 6 to 12 months once optimal results are achieved.

Can I wear makeup after Arm Lift?

Most patients wait 24 hours before applying makeup to avoid irritation on freshly-treated skin.

Do I need an arm lift or can a device tighten my arms?

Pinch the loose skin on the inner upper arm. If it is a thin fold that hangs and you can gather it in your hand, only surgery removes it; tightening devices firm mild laxity and will not shrink a hanging fold. If the skin is loose but still sits against the arm, radio-frequency tightening or a fat treatment may be enough. A surgeon will show you which by lifting the skin and demonstrating what removal would achieve.

Where is the scar and how visible is it?

For a full arm lift the incision runs along the inner arm from the armpit toward the elbow, placed so it faces the body and is hidden with arms at rest. For milder laxity a short incision confined to the armpit may suffice. The scar fades over one to two years and is the main trade-off of the procedure; most patients who have it say the contour was worth the line.

What is the recovery?

Compression sleeves for several weeks, arms kept relatively still and elevated for the first days, desk work at one to two weeks, and lifting or exercise at about six weeks. Swelling settles over a few months. The result is permanent for the skin removed, provided weight stays stable.

What does it cost?

Typically $5,000 to $10,000 for both arms including surgeon, anesthesia, and facility, higher when combined with liposuction or other body contouring. Not covered by insurance for cosmetic reasons.

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