It is the removal of excessive fat and skin from the arm, leaving a more desirable arm contour.
Patient selection is a critical determinant of a good surgical result, especially in brachioplasty.
One of the most important physical findings, which will have significant bearing on the final outcome, is the patient & skin tone and quality. It is important to pinch and palpate the arm skin, assessing for the degree of laxity and dermal thickness.