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Arm Lift (Brachioplasty) in Kent, Surrey, Sussex and London
Firmer, more toned upper arms
Arm lift (brachioplasty) with Mr Siva Kumar removes loose skin and fat from the upper arms, often after weight loss.
At a glance
What is an arm lift?
Swapping loose skin for a scar
After significant weight loss, or with age, the skin of the upper arms can hang loosely, making clothes difficult and causing self-consciousness.
An arm lift removes the excess skin and fat through an incision along the inner arm. The remaining tissue is tightened and the wound closed with stitches. You wear a compression garment afterwards.
The trade-off is a scar along the inner arm. Mr Kumar will help you decide whether the improvement is worth it for you. If you have lost a lot of weight, read about surgery after weight loss to see how an arm lift fits into a wider plan.
An arm lift can help with
- Loose, hanging skin of the upper arm
- Excess skin after weight loss
- Difficulty finding clothes that fit
- Rubbing and irritation
What it won’t do
- Leave no scar
- Replace weight loss (reach a stable weight first)
Improve skin quality too
Scars and skin quality
Once you have healed, IPL, CO₂ laser or radiofrequency microneedling can soften red or raised scars and improve crepey skin, as part of one joined-up plan.
How surgery and skin treatments fit together · Radiofrequency microneedling
Watch & read
Everything you need to know, in one place
Patient guide
Arm lift: your patient guide
A detailed booklet written by Mr Kumar. It explains the procedure in depth, how to prepare, every risk and complication, and how to look after yourself afterwards.
Opens as a booklet you can flick through. Your copy is also given to you at consultation.
Your journey
Your step-by-step journey
Your journey starts the moment you get in touch. From your first enquiry to your final check-up, you deal with the same small team, and you will always feel listened to, informed and never rushed.
Get in touch
Call, email or send an enquiry. Our team replies promptly and personally, and finds a time and clinic that suit you.
There is no pressure and no sales script. Tell us a little about what prompted you to get in touch, and we will make sure your consultation is with the right person for you.
Consultation
An unhurried, face-to-face appointment with Mr Kumar himself, who will be your surgeon from start to finish.
He listens to what you would like to change, examines you, explains every option, including non-surgical ones and doing nothing, and gives you an honest view of the likely result.
Time to decide
You receive a written plan, a clear quote and your patient guide, then take as long as you need.
A second consultation is included before surgery, and there is a cooling-off period of at least two weeks. Bring someone with you, ask anything, and change your mind at any point.
Day of treatment
Surgery takes about two and a half hours under general anaesthetic, and you stay one night.
He will see you beforehand to go through the plan and answer last-minute questions, and you will have clear instructions and a number to call once you go home.
Aftercare and follow-up
Reviews at each stage of your recovery, with support 24 hours a day whenever you need it.
Follow-up appointments are included in your package price, and continue until you have healed and are happy with how things have settled. You wear compression sleeves for several weeks.
Recovery
Healing, step by step
Everyone heals at their own pace. This is a typical recovery, and Mr Kumar will give you a personal plan.
Swelling and tightness. Keep your arms raised on pillows when resting.
Shower after a week. Wound check.
Return to desk work. Avoid lifting.
Return to exercise.
The scar fades and softens.
Patient results
Before & after
Photographs are shared only with each patient’s written consent. Everyone is different, so individual results vary.
More patient results coming soon
In the meantime, Mr Kumar can show you results for patients with similar concerns during your consultation.
Patient reviews
In their own words
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Can highly recommend Mr Kumar. Made me feel very comfortable with what was a pretty major surgery - very professional and it looks like I will get a great result. A big thank you!
My Abdominoplasty by Dr Kumar gave me back my confidence. Brilliant pre- and post-op care. Highly qualified surgeon.
Mr KUMAR made me feel at ease, always. Explained my Operation in detail. I will definitely recommend him. I’m very pleased with my outcome.
Safety
Risks and staying safe
All surgery carries some risk. Mr Kumar will go through these with you in detail, and the patient guide covers them in full, so you can make an informed decision.
Possible risks
- Visible scarring, which may be red, lumpy or stretched
- Infection or wound-healing problems
- Bleeding
- Changes in skin sensation
- Asymmetry
- Excess skin at the scar ends needing further surgery
- Swelling of the hand or forearm
Lowering your risk
- Tell us about all medicines and supplements, especially blood thinners
- Stop smoking and vaping well before and after surgery
- Follow your aftercare plan and attend every follow-up
- Call us at any time if something does not feel right
Fees
Guide price from£4,500
Self-pay consultations £250.
One package price. No hidden surprises.
If you go ahead, you receive a single package price covering your whole journey, so you know exactly what you are paying before you commit. It usually includes:
- Your surgeon’s fee
- Anaesthetist’s fee
- Hospital and theatre fees
- Follow-up consultations
- Aftercare, with 24/7 support
- A clear written quote
FAQs
Your questions, answered
Where is the scar?
Usually along the inner arm, from the armpit towards the elbow. It is visible when your arms are raised.
Can liposuction alone fix my arms?
If your skin is firm, liposuction may be enough. If the skin is loose, an arm lift is usually needed.
How long until I can lift?
Avoid heavy lifting for about six weeks.
Arm lift: what is the guide price?
The guide price starts from £4,500. Your final fee depends on your treatment plan and choice of hospital, and is confirmed in a written quote after consultation. Self-pay consultations cost £250.
Is it covered by insurance?
Cosmetic treatment is not usually covered by health insurance. Where there is a medical reason, it may be. Insurers will need Mr Kumar’s full name, Siva Kumar Veeramani, and GMC number 6114710.
Locations
Where to have your arm lift in Kent, Surrey and Sussex
Your consultation and follow-up appointments with Mr Siva Kumar are at The Ü Clinic in Sevenoaks, Kent, or The Ü Clinic in Oxted, Surrey. Your surgery takes place at one of his partner hospitals: The McIndoe Centre in East Grinstead, West Sussex, KIMS Hospital in Maidstone, or North Downs Hospital in Caterham. See all of Mr Siva Kumar's clinic and hospital locations.
Both clinics are within easy reach of Tunbridge Wells, Tonbridge, West Malling, Westerham, Swanley, Dartford, Gravesend, Orpington, Bromley, Redhill, Reigate, Caterham, Coulsdon, Purley and Croydon. KIMS Hospital in Maidstone is close to Rochester, Chatham, Gillingham, Aylesford and Ashford, and The McIndoe Centre in East Grinstead is close to Crawley, Horley, Haywards Heath and Edenbridge. Patients also travel from across Sussex, including Brighton, Worthing, Horsham, Eastbourne, Hastings and Crowborough.
Arm lift cost: guide prices start from £4,500. Your fee is confirmed in a written quote after your consultation. Read the full arm lift cost guide.
Thinking about arm lift?
Start with an unhurried consultation with Mr Siva Kumar at The Ü Clinic in Sevenoaks or Oxted. Self-pay consultations cost £250.