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Arm Lift

What to expect from arm reduction operation.

Anaesthesia:
General anaesthesia

Hospital Stay:
Day case

Stitch removal:
Dissolvable stitches

Return to work:
1 week

Full recovery:
3 - 6 weeks

Should you choose arm reduction surgery, your procedure will be performed under general anaesthetic and you can either return home the same day or stay in hospital overnight.

The procedure normally takes between one and two hours. Depending on the technique used, the scars may be placed only in the armpit, in the armpit and for a short distance on the inner part of the arm, or along the inside of the from elbow to armpit.

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