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Cosmetic Surgery · San Antonio, Texas

Arm Lift in San Antonio

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 San Antonio clinics below and request a free consultation.

Typical cost in San Antonio

$5,000 to $10,000

per procedure (both arms) · USD

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

Surgeon directory

Arm Lift surgeons in San Antonio

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

Arm Lift surgeons in San Antonio

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

Baumholtz Plastic Surgery in San Antonio

Baumholtz Plastic Surgery

San Antonio

4.9 (359) · Google

Financing available

Baumholtz Plastic Surgery is a plastic surgery practice in San Antonio, Texas, rated 4.9 stars across 359 Google reviews, performing 21 tracked procedures.

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Ayala Plastic Surgery - John Ayala, MD in San Antonio

Ayala Plastic Surgery - John Ayala, MD

San Antonio

5.0 (232) · Google

Financing available

Ayala Plastic Surgery - John Ayala, MD is a plastic surgery practice in San Antonio, Texas, rated 5 stars across 232 Google reviews, performing 18 tracked procedures.

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Dr. Jeneby Plastic Surgery in San Antonio

Dr. Jeneby Plastic Surgery

San Antonio

4.7 (1,061) · Google

Dr. Jeneby Plastic Surgery is a plastic surgery practice in San Antonio, Texas, rated 4.7 stars across 1,061 Google reviews, performing 21 tracked procedures.

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Nearest Arm Lift providers to San Antonio

No San Antonio 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 San Antonio: the numbers

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

  • Together the 15 with Google reviews hold 4,073 reviews at an average rating of 4.9; 12 have 100 or more.
From their own websites

What San Antonio arm lift practices state about themselves

What 15 San Antonio 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.

  • 7 of 15 state certification by the American Board of Plastic Surgery
  • Other boards named: American Board of Surgery (2), American Board of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (1), American Board of Otolaryngology (1)
  • 4 of 15 state they are Fellows of the American College of Surgeons (FACS)
  • 1 of 15 state an accredited surgical facility
  • 2 of 15 mention virtual consultations
  • 1 of 15 state a free consultation
  • 2 of 15 mention financing, naming Cherry (2)
  • Languages practices say they speak: Spanish (1)
  • 2 of 15 show before-and-after photos on their site
FAQ

Arm Lift in San Antonio: common questions

How much does Arm Lift cost in San Antonio?

Arm Lift generally runs $5,000 to $10,000 per procedure (both arms), and each San Antonio 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 San Antonio clinics for a personalized quote.

How long do Arm Lift results last?

Results vary by patient, but most San Antonio providers report 6 to 18 months of sustained benefit from a full Arm Lift series.

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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