A body lift is a comprehensive surgical procedure that removes excess skin and fat from multiple areas of the body, typically including the abdomen, thighs, buttocks, and lower back. It is often recommended for individuals who have undergone significant weight loss and are left with loose, sagging skin. A body lift helps improve body contours, enhance mobility, and restore a firmer, more toned appearance across the mid and lower body.
A Body Lift is a surgical operation that removes loose, excess skin and fat from the lower back, buttocks, outer thighs, hips, and abdomen. It is usually for patients who have undergone drastic weight loss or who have excess skin as a result of aging or pregnancy.
In contrast to stand-alone procedures such as a tummy tuck, a body lift provides a 360-degree change, rejuvenating the body’s natural shape and enhancing skin texture and tone as well as firmness.
You are likely a good candidate if you:
A lower body lift typically includes:
It can be accompanied by upper body procedures such as an arm lift or breast lift if necessary.
Yes, a body lift does require a circumferential scar, generally positioned low on the abdomen and back in a location that can be hidden under bathing suits or underwear. With good care, scars will lighten considerably with time, and most patients find the trade-off well worth the better shape and comfort.
Yes — the removal of excess fat and skin is permanent. However:
With the performance of a board-certified plastic surgeon, a body lift is safe and effective. In common with every surgery, the risks include:
Your physician will instruct you in pre-operative and post-operative care to keep complications to an absolute minimum while ensuring safe recovery.
Yes. Most patients wish to combine a body lift with:
This is particularly prevalent in patients who are having post-weight loss body contouring, assisting them in achieving their transformation in fewer procedures.
If you’ve achieved significant weight loss or are contending with loose, sagging skin, a body lift can yield dramatic, life-altering results. It’s not just cosmetic — it’s about comfort, confidence, and freedom in your own body.
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