Body Lift 101: Everything You Need to Know About Body Lift Surgery
Many patients come to us with questions about how to fix issues with sagging skin. Whether it’s the result of natural aging or a side effect of losing a significant amount of weight from dieting or pregnancy, it can be frustrating to have excess skin that keeps you from looking and feeling your best - especially if you just put in all the work to shed those unwanted pounds! Thankfully, body lift surgery can help.
What Is Body Lift Surgery?
Body lift surgery is a multi-targeted approach that raises, firms, lifts, tightens and sculpts your entire body back into a pleasing shape that you are happy with. Full body lift surgery removes excess skin, along with cellulite and stubborn fat. Body lift surgery typically addresses these issues in the abdomen and waist, buttocks, hips, and thighs. The result is a toned younger-looking figure that patients are proud to show off!
What Makes A Good Body Lift Candidate?
Body lift surgery can dramatically change your form, but it’s not for everyone. Some of the qualifications that make someone a good candidate for body lift surgery are:
People who have maintained a stable body weight for a year.
Someone who has a lot of loose, hanging, excess skin not just around the middle but also in the thighs and buttocks.
Someone who is in good health and a non-smoker.
Someone who has lost a significant amount of weight, either through other surgery, diet, or pregnancy.
Someone who is self-conscious about their appearance and motivated to improve it.
Other essential factors are maintaining a healthy lifestyle of diet and exercise while also keeping a positive outlook and realistic expectations for the procedure.
How Long Is Body Lift Recovery?
Recovery time for body lift surgery varies for each patient depending on how much work you have done (full-body lift, lower body lift, upper body lift) and how quickly your body responds. Many patients need only two weeks before returning to work. Others may need 4-6 weeks before resuming normal activities. It’s critically important to take the necessary time to heal and avoid any strenuous activity while your body recovers. You do not want to risk losing the benefits of the procedure by returning back to normal life too quickly.
How Much Does A Body Lift Cost?
The cost of body lift surgery depends on what areas you need to address and how much excess skin needs to be removed. The procedure may also be paired with liposuction to remove unwanted fat. HZ Plastic Surgery offers five financing options to help with payment of this life-changing process.
Ready to make your plastic surgery dreams come true? If you’re interested in learning more about a body lift in Orlando, contact us today for a consultation!