Body Lift

Body Lift Description

A body lift improves the tone and shape of the underlying tissue that supports skin and fat. Excess sagging fat and skin are removed to treat conditions caused in part by poor tissue elasticity. Exercise cannot always achieve desired results for people who have uneven contours and loose skin. Aging, sun damage,and significant fluctuations in weight as well as genetic factors may contribute to poor tissue elasticity and can result in sagging of the abdomen, buttocks, thighs and upper arms. A body lift improves the shape and tone of the underlying tissue that supports fat and skin.  In addition, the procedure(s) can improve a dimpled, irregular skin surface, commonly known as cellulite.

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Body Lift Benefits

• A firmer, more youthful-looking body contour
• Improve the tone and shape of the abdominal, buttocks, groin and thigh areas
• Reduce cellulite by improving the dimpled and irregular skin surface

Preparing for a Body Lift

You will begin the process with a doctor consultation where you will be asked many questions to ensure you are a good candidate for the procedure. Health history, physical, likely outcomes and potential risks are a few examples of topics that will be discussed during your consultation. Before undergoing a body lift, your weight should be relatively stable. If you are considering future pregnancy, you may want to delay your body lift as pregnancy can diminish results. The procedure will be conducted at a licensed surgical center in the Kansas City metropolitan area.

Body Lift FAQ

HOW DO I KNOW I AM A GOOD CANDIDATE FOR A BODY LIFT?

We recommend our patients be in good health and non-smokers to ensure successful healing. Body lifts are not intended strictly for the removal of excess fat. Liposuction alone can remove excess fat deposits where skin has good elasticity and is able to naturally conform to new body contours. In cases where skin elasticity is poor, a combination of liposuction and body lift techniques may be recommended.We also recommend our patients have a positive outlook with specific goals in mind for improving their image.

HOW LONG WILL BODY LIFT RECOVERY TAKE?

Following all doctors’ instructions is essential to successful recovery. You will need someone to drive you home following the procedure and stay with you the first night. Discomfort is common following the procedure, however medication can be prescribed to manage the pain. Dressing or bandages will be applied to your incisions, and you may have certain areas wrapped in an elastic bandage to minimize swelling and to support your new contours as you heal.

You will be instructed to  return to light walking as soon as possible to minimize complications. You will also be instructed to avoid lifting or bearing any weight  for several days to weeks. You will be ready to return to work and light, normal activities within a few days, as long as you do not engage in any lifting or vigorous exercise. It usually takes 1-2 weeks for your incision to heal and stitches are removed or absorbed.  Additional healing will continue for many weeks with numbness and a firm feeling over the skins’s surface being resolved over time.

WHAT ARE THE LONG-TERM EFFECTS?

You must practice diligent sun protection until the healing process is fully completed. It may take a year or more following a given procedure for incision lines to refine and fade to some degree. You need to follow your plastic surgeon’s instructions and attend follow-up visits as scheduled.

WILL MY “NEW” BODY LAST FOREVER?

Achieving a body contour that matches your body weight and proportion unfortunately does come with visible scars. This is a fair trade-off that results in a smooth and toned body that will be long-lasting, provided that you maintain a stable weight and general fitness. As your body ages, it is natural to lose some firmness. However, most of your improvement should be relatively permanent.

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