Arm liposuction in Korea: 2-month results after contouring the accessory breast and underarm area
Patient Registration Info
| Age | Weight | Height | BMI |
|---|---|---|---|
|
20s |
60kg |
170m |
21 |
Surgical site
Surgical site : Arms, Accessory Breasts, Axillae｜liposuction volume : 1,500 cc
What Should You Do If Your Arms Still Look Thick Even After Dieting?
If fat is concentrated along the back and outer areas
of the upper arms, the thickness of the arms
may not change significantly even after weight loss.
In these cases, it is important to evaluate
the accessory breast and armpit areas as well
and plan the surgical range so that the arms
connect naturally with the torso.
Some people have an overall slim body type
but still feel that their upper arms look noticeably thick.
When fat is concentrated along the back
and outer areas of the arms, the arms may appear
disproportionately large compared with the rest of the body.
This can also make the upper body look
wider and heavier when wearing clothing.
Even with continued weight loss, the arms
may not become as slim as desired, making patients
self-conscious when wearing sleeveless tops
or clothing that exposes the arms.
This patient had also been dieting recently,
but noticed little change in the thickness
of her upper arms and decided to undergo arm liposuction.
Rather than treating only the back and outer arms,
the surgical plan also included the accessory breast
and armpit areas.
The goal was to create a naturally straight arm contour
with a smoother transition between the arms and torso.
[Preoperative Analysis of Upper Arm Thickness and Overall Arm Contour]
[Patient Information]
Age: 20s
Height: 170 cm
Weight: 59.7 kg
BMI: 20.7
Before surgery, the upper arms appeared noticeably thick
compared with the patient’s overall body frame.
When the arms were resting naturally,
the outer contours appeared rounded and wide,
making the entire upper body look broader and heavier.
There was also a sufficient amount of fat
along the back of the upper arms, creating noticeable
front-to-back thickness when viewed from the side.
[Surgical Plan for a Naturally Straight Arm Contour]
The patient wanted to reduce the overall arm circumference
while creating a naturally straight line
from below the shoulders to the elbows.
The preoperative evaluation showed a sufficient amount
of fat in the upper arms without significant
muscle development.
Therefore, there was relatively little concern
that reducing the posterior and outer arm fat
would make the underlying muscle contours
appear overly prominent.
The patient was considered a suitable candidate
for creating the smooth, straight arm contour
she wanted by refining these areas.
However, treating the arms alone would not have been enough
to create a smooth overall contour.
Subcutaneous fat was also present around the armpits
and accessory breast areas where the arms meet the torso.
If only the upper arm fat were reduced
while these surrounding areas remained untreated,
residual fullness near the top of the arms could create
an abrupt transition and interrupt the overall line.
For this reason, the surgical plan included
the entire upper arms as well as the armpit
and accessory breast areas to create a smoother,
more natural transition between the arms and torso.
[Front-View Comparison of Straight Arm Contour Before and 2 Months After Arm Liposuction]
Let’s compare the changes 2 months
after arm liposuction.
Before surgery, the outer upper arms
had a rounded projection, making the arms
appear wider on both sides of the torso.
After surgery, the outer arm volume was reduced,
creating a straighter contour from below
the shoulders to the elbows.
As the overall width of the arms decreased,
the upper body also appeared lighter
and slimmer than before surgery.
[Back-View Comparison of Upper Arm and Armpit Contours Before and 2 Months After Arm Liposuction]
From the back, the reduction in volume
along the posterior upper arms creates
a smoother overall arm contour.
Fat around the armpit area was also reduced,
creating more visible space between the arms
and torso when the arms are resting naturally.
As a result, the arms sit more naturally
along the sides of the body, while the torso
appears narrower than before surgery.
The fullness around the accessory breast area
was also reduced, creating a cleaner transition
where the arms begin when wearing sleeveless clothing.
[Changes in Upper Arm and Accessory Breast Contours from an Oblique View 2 Months After Arm Liposuction]
From the oblique view, the change in the area
connecting the upper arms to the accessory breast
can be seen more clearly.
Before surgery, the accessory breast area appeared
rounded and prominent, making the transition
between the arms and torso look less defined.
After surgery, the volume in this area was reduced,
creating a cleaner and more defined starting point
for the arms.
Rather than simply making the upper arms slimmer,
the surrounding areas were refined together,
creating a smoother and more balanced
overall upper body contour.
[Side-View Comparison of Posterior Arm Thickness Before and 2 Months After Arm Liposuction]
The changes in arm circumference and thickness
after arm liposuction are even more noticeable
from the side view.
Before surgery, a significant amount of fat
was distributed along the back of the upper arms,
creating a rounded projection when the arms
were resting naturally.
After surgery, the volume in this area was reduced,
decreasing the front-to-back thickness of the arms
and creating a smoother line from below
the shoulders to the elbows.
As the arms became slimmer, the side of the torso
that had previously been hidden by the upper arms
became more visible, reducing the impression
of disproportionately thick arms.
[Selfie Comparison Before and 3 Months After Arm Liposuction]
These photos were taken by the patient
before surgery and 3 months after arm liposuction.
Even when the arms are resting naturally
in everyday situations, the reduced thickness
along the back and outer areas of the upper arms
makes the upper body appear lighter than before.
The change in arm contour can be seen
not only in standardized before-and-after photos,
but also in everyday photos taken while
wearing regular clothing.
[Selfie Comparison Before and 5 Months After Arm Liposuction]
In the selfie taken 5 months after surgery,
the changes are even more noticeable
when wearing a sleeveless top.
The patient shared that as the thickness
of her upper arms decreased, she felt more confident
wearing sleeveless or off-the-shoulder clothing.
She also felt less pressure to carefully choose
her angles or poses when taking photos
because she was no longer as concerned
about her arms appearing thick.
She was especially satisfied with the straighter arm contour
that blended naturally with her overall body shape
and noted that the difference felt even more noticeable
in everyday life.
This patient had upper arms that appeared relatively thick
compared with her overall body frame and had often felt
self-conscious when wearing clothing that exposed her arms.
Although she had continued dieting until recently,
the fat along the back and outer areas of her upper arms
did not decrease as much as she wanted.
After liposuction of the entire upper arms,
accessory breast, and armpit areas,
the outward width of the arms was reduced
by 2 months after surgery.
A straighter contour from below the shoulders
to the elbows could also be seen.
By treating the areas where the arms meet the torso,
the arms rested more naturally along the body,
while the accessory breast fullness that had been noticeable
in sleeveless clothing was also reduced.
The patient was satisfied that she felt less self-conscious
when wearing clothing that exposed her arms
or when taking photos.
Even with consistent dieting, some people may find
that certain areas do not become as slim as desired.
If you continue trying to lose more weight
or choosing clothing specifically to hide your arms,
it may be helpful to determine what is contributing
to the thickness of your upper arms and whether
the accessory breast and armpit areas should also be evaluated.
The appropriate surgical range should be determined
after evaluating your desired arm contour
along with the current distribution of fat and muscle.
Arm Liposuction FAQ
Q1. Can upper arm fat remain even after dieting?
Even with weight loss, the order and areas
in which fat is reduced can vary from person to person.
If fat is concentrated along the back or outer upper arms,
the thickness in these areas may remain longer
than in other parts of the body.
Q2. Should accessory breast fat be treated together with arm liposuction?
If fullness in the accessory breast area disrupts
the transition between the arms and torso
or appears prominent when wearing sleeveless clothing,
it can be treated together with arm liposuction.
The appropriate treatment range depends
on each patient’s individual fat distribution.
Q3. What changes can I expect from adding armpit liposuction?
Reducing fat around the armpit area can help
create a more natural transition between
the arms and torso when the arms are resting naturally.
Q4. Is it easier to create straight-looking arms if the arm muscles are not highly developed?
If muscle development is not significant
and there is sufficient fat that can be removed,
a relatively natural straight arm contour may be achievable.
However, results can vary depending
on bone structure and skin elasticity.
Q5. Is 2 months after arm liposuction the final result?
At 2 months after surgery, changes in arm thickness
and overall contour can usually be observed.
Recovery continues afterward, and the arm contour
may gradually become more stable over time.
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