Body Lift
Livglam Clinic offers body lifts for those who have lost significant weight, helping them embrace their positive self-image and newfound confidence. These procedures enhance physical and emotional well-being, celebrating their transformative journey towards a happier life.
What is Body Lift Surgery?
A body lift, also known as body plastic surgery, removes excess skin and fat, improving shape and tone. It's commonly sought by those who have lost significant weight, leading to sagging skin and limited mobility. The procedure comprehensively targets areas like the abdomen, arms, thighs, buttocks, and more, providing transformative results and boosting self-confidence.
Who can get a body lift surgery done?
Candidates for body lift surgery include individuals who:
- Have significant soft tissue looseness in multiple body areas.
- Are in good overall health without medical conditions that could impair healing or increase surgical risks.
- Are non-smokers.
- Have a positive outlook and realistic goals for the potential results of the body lift surgery.
- Are committed to leading a healthy lifestyle, including proper nutrition and regular exercise.
How is the Body Lift Surgery done?
· Step 1 - Anesthesia:
To ensure your comfort during the procedure, medications like intravenous sedation or general anesthesia will be administered, as recommended by your doctor.
· Step 2 - The incision:
A common technique for a complete lower body lift involves incisions resembling a bikini pattern, targeting the abdomen, groin, waist, thighs, and buttocks simultaneously. Through these incisions, an apron of excess skin and fat is removed, and tissues are repositioned and tightened. In some cases, liposuction may be performed to further enhance body contours.
· Step 3 - Closing the incisions:
Deep sutures are used within underlying tissues to support the newly sculpted contours. The skin incisions may be closed using sutures, skin adhesives, tapes, or clips.
· Step 4 - See the results:
The results of a body lift become noticeable almost immediately after the procedure. However, the full transformation may take one to two years to completely develop.
By opting for a body lift, individuals can experience a remarkable improvement in their body shape and tone, fostering a positive impact on their self-image and confidence over time.
What are the risks involved in Body Lift Surgery?
Body lift surgery, like any surgical procedure, carries inherent risks. However, due to the significant amount of skin removed during this surgery, there are greater associated risks compared to standard cosmetic procedures. These potential risks include bleeding, infection, incision separation, skin laxity, tissue death, abnormal scar formation, formation of a seroma, asymmetry resulting in an unbalanced appearance, and the possibility of unsatisfactory results. It is of utmost importance for individuals considering body lift surgery to be well-informed about these potential risks and to consult with a qualified and experienced plastic surgeon. Open communication and a thorough evaluation of everyone’s case will help ensure a safe and successful procedure.
Advantages of Body Lift Surgery
You're likely to embrace your transformed appearance post-surgery, appreciating the newfound slimness that enhances the fit of your attire.
- The elimination of bothersome sagging skin will alleviate concerns and anxieties tied to your social interactions.
- Bid farewell to the discomfort caused by fat rolls on your upper back as they vanish, bringing relief from excessive sweating and uncomfortable rashes in that region.
Disadvantages of Body Lift Surgery
Due to the necessary incisions across various upper body areas such as the arms, breasts, and back, substantial scars may result. This explains why you might notice significant scars in upper body lift surgery images available online. However, skilled surgeons make efforts to conceal or minimize these scars.
- An upper body lift entails an extended recovery period spanning 3-4 weeks before resuming regular activities or work. Over time, with diligent postoperative care and ample rest, your scars will progressively become less conspicuous within approximately 18 months.
- The recovery process for an upper body lift involves hospital stays of 1-3 nights and attentive aftercare delivered by experienced nurses.
Frequently Asked Questions:
Yes, body lift surgery is designed to address excess skin and fat in multiple body areas simultaneously. It can target areas like the abdomen, thighs, arms, buttocks, and more, providing comprehensive body contouring results to achieve a more balanced and toned appearance.
The recovery period following a body lift surgery can vary based on individual factors. Generally, patients should expect several weeks of downtime to allow for proper healing. During this time, it is important to follow the surgeon's post-operative instructions diligently to optimize recovery and achieve the best possible outcomes.
Yes, in many cases, a body lift can be combined with other cosmetic procedures to achieve more comprehensive results. Commonly, patients choose to undergo liposuction, breast lift or augmentation, or arm lift alongside their body lift surgery to address specific concerns and achieve a more complete transformation.
Body lift surgery involves carefully planned incisions, and while scars are inevitable, skilled plastic surgeons strive to place them strategically to be discreetly hidden by most clothing and swimsuits. Over time, scars tend to fade and become less noticeable, especially when proper scar care is followed.
While body lift surgery is commonly sought by individuals who have experienced significant weight loss, it is not limited to this group. This procedure can also benefit individuals who have loose and sagging skin due to factors such as aging, pregnancy, or genetics, helping them achieve a more contoured and rejuvenated appearance. Consulting with a plastic surgeon will help determine whether you are a suitable candidate for the procedure.
Procedure Time:
- 2-5 hours
Full Recovery:
- 6 weeks
Anaesthetic:
• General
Back to work:
• After 2 weeks
Duration of results:
• Permanent
Results:
• Noticeable within 2 weeks
Temporary risks & complications:
• May include soreness, bleeding, persistent pain, and infection
• *Individual results and reactions may vary.