Lower Body Lift

If you are experiencing the effects of excessive amounts of loose, sagging skin in several areas of the lower body, you may be a good candidate for lower body lift surgery. In addition to the abdomen, thighs, and buttocks, this treatment can address regions such as the flanks and lower back, ultimately creating improved contours and skin that looks smoother and feels firmer. For individuals affected by drooping, inelastic skin in a variety of areas in the mid- to lower body, diet and exercise is typically not effective for addressing these concerns. Lower body lift surgery can trim away the excess skin, tighten the remainder, and create beautiful new contours.

This procedure can be an ideal option for patients who wish to improve more than one area in the lower body region. For patients who are planning to eventually have children or to lose significant amounts of weight, we usually recommend waiting on lower body lift surgery until after they have completed their families or the goal weight has been achieved. Dr. Hakki can meet with you during an initial consultation to evaluate your concerns and determine whether a lower body lift is the best way to achieve your aesthetic enhancement goals.

A lower body lift requires major surgery in multiple body areas; therefore, general anesthesia is necessary for this procedure and an overnight hospital stay is often advised. Lower body lift surgery can take between four to eight hours to complete, depending on the complexity of the operation and the extent of treatment. For many individuals, the procedure will require a circumferential incision created around the waistline. Another incision will be made in the navel area. Abdominal muscles will be tightened and excess skin will be removed from the abdominal region, the buttocks, and/or other areas that have been targeted for rejuvenation. The remaining skin is then pulled taut and smoothed to produce a tighter appearance and a more contoured physique. Liposuction may also be necessary during the lower body lift procedure in order to address collections of excess fat in addition to loose skin.

Lower body lift surgery will result in visible scarring in the midsection area; however, Dr. Hakki works diligently to minimize the appearance of scars as much as possible. Scars from a lower body lift can also be well-concealed under clothing.

While many patients are able to return to non-strenuous work routines after about two weeks, a total recovery period of approximately four to six weeks is typically necessary after lower body lift surgery. These procedures usually require drainage tubes to be placed while healing, as well as post-operative compression garments to control swelling. Medication can help control discomfort during the recovery process. Our team will provide you with specific recovery guidelines to help you achieve the safest, most comfortable experience possible.

To learn more about lower body lift surgery, or to schedule a consultation with Dr. Hakki, please contact Luxxery Boutique.

Would you like to learn more about lower body lift surgery and the possibilities of this procedure? Please contact Luxxery Boutique with any questions you may have, or to schedule a consultation.