Body Lift
A body lift consists of a smoother, flatter abdomen, and buttock tightening, diminishing thigh cellulite and removal of back rolls or excess back skin.
The procedure is performed under general anesthesia either within the hospital or in an outpatient setting. Although the surgical sequence varies depending upon the needs of each patient, we will usually treat the belly first, by removing the excess skin from the belly button down to the pubic area. The abdominal wall muscle, which is deep to the skin and fat of the belly, is then tightened. The fat and skin above the belly button is then stretched down to the pubic area and sutured in place. A new opening is made to allow the belly button to be brought through, in its original position. The patient is then turned to the side and the excess skin and fat from the side to the mid back is removed. This part of the operation reduces and lifts the outer thighs. As the skin and fat are removed from the back, the back rolls are reduced and the buttocks are lifted. Each of these maneuvers is done to a different degree depending on the needs of the patient. Some patients require liposuction of the outer thighs. The same is performed on the other side of the body. A belt lipectomy will usually require between 3.5 to 7 hours to perform.
WHAT TO EXPECT: The body lift can be one of the more uncomfortable plastic surgery procedures and requires more time-consuming recovery. The patient will be encouraged to be moving and walking regularly within 1-2 days. Patients must stay hydrated by drinking Gatorade, water, etc. Light activity is comfortable in 10-20 days. Sports will not be comfortable for about 6 weeks. The patient will go home with drains that will be removed in the office 7-21 days from the surgery.
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