The Benefits of a Body Lift
Body Lift is a plastic surgery to tighten loose skin on the thighs, buttocks, hips (flanks), groin and abdomen. It’s often recommended after a significant weight loss. It’s also effective for women who have lost a lot of weight during pregnancy.
It’s an excellent solution for patients who have a lot of excess skin in multiple areas of the body after massive weight loss, pregnancy or both. To be a good candidate, you must be at or near your goal body weight. Patients with diabetes, lung disease or other serious medical conditions may not be suitable candidates.
Liposuction: A Guide to Fat Removal and Body Contouring
The surgeon uses a body lift technique that varies depending on the amount of excess skin to be removed. In a lower body lift, the surgeon creates incisions that encircle your body like a belt to remove an apron of loose skin from the groin area, waist and abdomen. Incisions are then closed with sutures, skin adhesives or tapes. The incisions are placed to be easily hidden by clothing and swimwear. Liposuction can also be used for additional tissue tightening if needed.
After your surgery, you’ll need to take a month off from work and other activities. The visible bruising and swelling will fade within weeks. Your surgeon will give you specific recovery instructions based on your individual treatment plan. You can expect to feel a surge of self-confidence after revealing your toned, sculpted body. The final results will be fully evident about three months after your surgery.…
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