Brachioplasty is a same day (outpatient) procedure. Once you arrive at our designated surgical center and speak with the anesthesiologist, you will be placed under general anesthesia. Brachioplasty incisions are placed on the back of the arm (posteriorly) or inside the arm (medially) where the arm rests along the body depending on individual patient preference and goals. The length of the incision depends on the severity of laxity and the amount of skin to be excised. Regardless of where the incision is placed, a scar will be intermittently visible when the arm is in certain positions. After making the incision, Dr. Hill will remove excess fat and skin from the arm. Internal sutures are placed and the remaining skin is then smoothed over the new contour of the arm prior to final sutures and dressings.