Natural Results Plastic Surgery
Arm Lift at Natural Results in Scottsdale, AZ
Serving Phoenix · Brachioplasty

Arm Lift
for Phoenix Patients

A state-of-the-art arm lift to firm, remove excess skin, and contour the upper arm, for a sleeker, younger-looking arm contour.

Arm Lift at Natural Results Plastic Surgery is performed personally by Dr. Carlos Mata, board-certified plastic surgeon (ABPS/FACS), Castle Connolly Top Doctor since 2018, and Newsweek America's Best Plastic Surgeon, at the practice's AAAASF-accredited surgical suite in Scottsdale, Arizona. 25,000+ procedures performed.

An Introduction

Serving Phoenix, AZ - patients reach Dr. Carlos Mata's North Scottsdale office in approximately 25 to 45 minutes via Loop 101 / SR-51 / I-17 depending on origin (about 22 miles). At Natural Results Plastic Surgery, we offer a state-of-the-art arm lift to help our patients get a sleeker, younger-looking arm contour. Aging, fluctuations in weight, and genetics can all cause the skin on the upper arms to sag and lose its firmness. Fortunately, with advancements in cosmetic surgery, it is now possible to firm, remove excess skin, and contour the upper arm for a smoother appearance. Our board-certified surgeon, Dr. Carlos Mata has the skills and the commitment to help patients enhance the appearance of their arms.

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The Procedure

What Is an Arm Lift?

A brachioplasty, or arm lift, is a surgical procedure that aims to tighten and improve the appearance of a patient's upper arms. Our surgeons remove extra fat and skin from the area during the procedure, often extending from the underarm to the elbow. The aim is to make the arms look younger and firmer by improving their shape.

This procedure is ideal for patients with loose skin and extra fat that won't go away with good nutrition and physical activity. It's beneficial for people who have dropped many pounds, or for those getting older and seeing changes in their bodies that way.

An arm lift procedure does not cause important changes in arm muscle tone. Nevertheless, if the patient wants more fat taken out to improve the outcome of the surgery, it can be combined with liposuction. To reduce the chance of visible scarring, incisions are usually made on the inner part of the arm, from the armpit all the way down to the elbow joint.

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Serving Phoenix

Patients from Phoenix

One location: Natural Results Plastic Surgery operates from a single office at 7930 E Thompson Peak Parkway, Suite 101, Scottsdale, AZ 85255. This page describes drive time and route from Phoenix to that office.

Phoenix is the central city of the Phoenix metropolitan area, located west of Scottsdale. The practice is accessible from most Phoenix neighborhoods via the Loop 101 (Pima Freeway) and State Route 51 (Piestewa Freeway). Drive time varies significantly by Phoenix neighborhood, patients from north-central Phoenix areas like Moon Valley typically reach the office faster than those from downtown or south Phoenix.

Drive time: approximately 25 to 45 minutes from Phoenix to the Natural Results office at 7930 E Thompson Peak Parkway in North Scottsdale, via Loop 101 / SR-51 / I-17 depending on origin, approximately 22 miles.

Primary route. Phoenix patients typically reach the office via State Route 51 (Piestewa Freeway) north to Loop 101 east, then to Thompson Peak Parkway. From central Phoenix, this route runs roughly twenty-two miles and twenty-five to forty-five minutes depending on time of day.

Alternate route. From north-central Phoenix neighborhoods like Moon Valley or Sunnyslope, Cave Creek Road or Tatum Boulevard north to Shea Boulevard east then Loop 101 north is often faster than the freeway during rush hour.

On the day of your visit. Because Phoenix spans a wide range of drive-time distances to the office, from twenty-five minutes off-peak from north-central neighborhoods to forty-five minutes from downtown or south Phoenix, patients from farther-out areas often schedule morning appointments to avoid PM freeway congestion.

Single location: Natural Results Plastic Surgery has one location, in North Scottsdale, AZ. This page describes the route and drive time for patients coming from this area - we do not have a satellite office here.

Reference points in or near Phoenix: Camelback Mountain, Desert Botanical Garden, Phoenix Zoo.

Phoenix route FAQs

Q. Do you have a Phoenix office?

A. No. Natural Results Plastic Surgery has one location, in North Scottsdale at 7930 E Thompson Peak Parkway. Phoenix patients drive east and north to reach us, roughly twenty-two miles from central Phoenix.

Q. Which Phoenix ZIP codes are covered by this page?

A. 85003, 85004, 85006, 85014, 85016, 85018, 85020, 85028, and 85032, spanning downtown Phoenix north through north-central neighborhoods like Moon Valley and Paradise Valley Village.

Q. What is the fastest route from downtown Phoenix?

A. SR-51 (Piestewa Freeway) north from downtown, then Loop 101 east to Thompson Peak Parkway. Off-peak, this typically runs twenty-five to thirty-five minutes; weekday PM traffic can push it to forty-five.

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Full Arm Lift

Full Arm Lift (Brachioplasty)

A full arm lift procedure, medically known as brachioplasty, aims to get rid of the so-called "bat wings" by tightening and removing excess skin from the upper arm region. An incision is made from the armpit to the elbow so our surgeon can trim away any extra fat and skin.

The surgery is carried out. Ideal candidates are those with significant skin and/or fat excess on the upper arms.

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Mini Arm Lift

Mini Arm Lift, A Less Invasive Option

A mini arm lift is a type of cosmetic surgery that addresses less significant skin laxity at the upper arm region. It uses smaller incisions than the full brachioplasty and is appropriate for patients with mild excess skin and/or fat.

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Add-On

Liposuction as a Companion Procedure

If a patient wants more fat removed to improve the outcome, the arm lift can be combined with liposuction. This is determined at consultation based on the patient's anatomy and goals.

Benefits

Why Arm Lift

  • 01Tightens and improves the appearance of the upper arms
  • 02Removes excess fat and loose skin from underarm to elbow
  • 03Eliminates 'bat wings' caused by aging, weight fluctuations, genetics
  • 04Two techniques, Full Brachioplasty or Mini, matched to your anatomy
  • 05Optional liposuction combination for more contouring
  • 06Inner-arm incisions to reduce visible scarring
  • 07Younger, firmer arm shape and a sleeker contour
Candidacy

Is This Right For You?

You may be a candidate if...
  • Patients with loose skin or extra fat on the upper arms that won't go away with diet and exercise
  • Patients who have dropped many pounds
  • Patients seeing age-related changes in upper arm appearance
  • Full Brachioplasty candidates: significant skin and/or fat excess
  • Mini Arm Lift candidates: mild excess skin and/or fat

Candidacy is ultimately a conversation. Dr. Mata will determine the right path at consultation.

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Before & After

Real Results.

A small selection of Arm Lift cases. Every patient is unique, these are illustrative outcomes, not guarantees.

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Investment

A Thoughtful Investment in Yourself

Every procedure at Natural Results is quoted privately after a thorough consultation with Dr. Mata. We believe pricing should reflect your anatomy, your goals, and the specific technique required, not a template.

Personalized pricing is reviewed at consultation with Dr. Mata.

Starting From
$17,735
or $394/mo with approved financing
Every Quote Includes
  • Surgeon's Fee
  • Facility Fee
  • All Follow-Up Visits
Frequently Asked

Common Questions

01What is an arm lift?+

A brachioplasty (arm lift) is a surgical procedure that tightens and improves the appearance of the upper arms by removing extra fat and skin, often extending from the underarm to the elbow.

02What techniques do you offer?+

Two main techniques: Full Arm Lift (Brachioplasty) for significant excess, and Mini Arm Lift for mild excess. They differ in incision placement, surgical access, and how much tissue is removed and tightened.

03Where is the incision made?+

To reduce the chance of visible scarring, incisions are usually made on the inner part of the arm, from the armpit all the way down to the elbow joint.

04Will my arm muscle tone change?+

An arm lift procedure does not cause important changes in arm muscle tone. It addresses skin and fat, not muscle.

05Can it be combined with liposuction?+

Yes. If the patient wants more fat removed to improve the outcome of the surgery, it can be combined with liposuction.

06Am I a candidate?+

Ideal candidates have loose skin and extra fat on the upper arms that won't go away with good nutrition and physical activity, especially after major weight loss or with age-related changes.

Begin Your Journey

Schedule Your Private
Arm Lift Consultation

Consultations with Dr. Mata are private, unhurried, and typically last. Your first conversation sets the foundation for everything that follows.

Harvard Trained · Board Certified · 25,000+ Procedures