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Cosmetic Surgery · St. Louis, Missouri

Arm Lift in St. Louis

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 St. Louis clinics below and request a free consultation.

Typical cost in St. Louis

$5,000 to $10,000

per procedure (both arms) · USD

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

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Arm Lift surgeons in St. Louis

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

Arm Lift surgeons in St. Louis

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

Christian A. Prada, MD, FACS in St. Louis

Christian A. Prada, MD, FACS

St. Louis

5.0 (323) · Google

Financing available

Christian A. Prada, MD, FACS is a plastic surgery practice in St. Louis, Missouri, rated 5 stars across 323 Google reviews, performing 21 tracked procedures.

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Amelia Aesthetics in St. Louis

Amelia Aesthetics

St. Louis

5.0 (291) · Google

Financing available

Amelia Aesthetics is a plastic surgery practice in St. Louis, Missouri, rated 5 stars across 291 Google reviews, performing 19 tracked procedures.

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MidAmerica Plastic Surgery: Ryan Diederich, MD in St. Louis

MidAmerica Plastic Surgery: Ryan Diederich, MD

St. Louis

4.8 (264) · Google

Financing available

MidAmerica Plastic Surgery: Ryan Diederich, MD is a plastic surgery practice in St. Louis, Missouri, rated 4.8 stars across 264 Google reviews, performing 19 tracked procedures.

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Willis Cosmetic Surgery & MedSpa in St. Louis

Willis Cosmetic Surgery & MedSpa

St. Louis

5.0 (100) · Google

Financing available

Willis Cosmetic Surgery & MedSpa is a plastic surgery practice in St. Louis, Missouri, rated 5 stars across 100 Google reviews, performing 10 tracked procedures.

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Charles Nathan, MD, FACS in St. Louis

Charles Nathan, MD, FACS

St. Louis

5.0 (87) · Google

Financing available

Charles Nathan, MD, FACS is a plastic surgery practice in St. Louis, Missouri, rated 5 stars across 87 Google reviews, performing 21 tracked procedures.

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Aria Cosmetic Surgery in St. Louis

Aria Cosmetic Surgery

St. Louis

4.7 (210) · Google

Financing available

Aria Cosmetic Surgery is a plastic surgery practice in St. Louis, Missouri, rated 4.7 stars across 210 Google reviews, performing 18 tracked procedures.

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Nearest Arm Lift providers to St. Louis

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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 St. Louis: the numbers

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

  • Together the 11 with Google reviews hold 2,053 reviews at an average rating of 4.9; 8 have 100 or more.
  • Where they are: St. Louis (4), Chesterfield (3), Ellisville (1), Glen Carbon (1), St Charles (1) and 1 other area.
  • 1 of 11 list Saturday hours on Google.
From their own websites

What St. Louis arm lift practices state about themselves

What 11 St. Louis 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 11 state certification by the American Board of Plastic Surgery
  • Other boards named: American Board of Surgery (1)
  • 2 of 11 state they are Fellows of the American College of Surgeons (FACS)
  • 1 of 11 state an accredited surgical facility
  • 1 of 11 mention virtual consultations
  • 1 of 11 state a free consultation
  • 3 of 11 mention financing, naming CareCredit (1), Alphaeon Credit (1), Affirm (1)
  • 3 of 11 show before-and-after photos on their site
FAQ

Arm Lift in St. Louis: common questions

How much does Arm Lift cost in St. Louis?

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

How long do Arm Lift results last?

Results vary by patient, but most St. Louis 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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