The amount of time it takes Dr. Paydar to complete an arm lift procedure varies depending on the extent of the procedure and the patient’s individual needs. On average, an arm lift requires between 1 to 3 hours to complete. It’s important to mention that arm lift surgery is typically performed using general anesthesia and may require the patient to spend one night in the hospital for monitoring. Recovery time will also vary, but most individuals can return to normal activities, including work, depending on the demands of their profession, within 2 to 4 weeks.