What is a body lift surgery?
A body lift, also known as a belt lipectomy, is a surgical procedure designed to address excess skin and tissue laxity in multiple areas of the body, typically the abdomen, buttocks, hips, and thighs. It is commonly performed on patients who have undergone significant weight loss or have loose, sagging skin due to aging or pregnancy.
Why is a body lift surgery performed?
Body lift surgery is performed to:
- Remove excess skin and fat from the abdomen, buttocks, and thighs.
- Tighten and reshape the underlying tissues to improve body contour.
- Address sagging skin and tissue laxity, particularly after significant weight loss.
- Enhance the overall appearance and proportions of the body.
How is a body lift surgery performed?
The specific technique used for a body lift surgery may vary depending on the patient’s individual needs and goals. Generally, the procedure involves making incisions around the waistline, extending circumferentially to the lower abdomen, buttocks, and thighs. Excess skin and fat are then removed, and the underlying tissues are tightened and reshaped. The remaining skin is carefully re-draped and sutured into place, resulting in improved body contour.
Is body lift surgery performed under anesthesia?
Yes, body lift surgery is typically performed under general anesthesia to ensure the patient’s comfort and safety during the procedure.
What is the recovery process like after a body lift surgery?
After a body lift surgery, patients may experience swelling, bruising, discomfort, and temporary limitations in mobility. Pain medication and antibiotics may be prescribed to manage pain and reduce the risk of infection. Patients are advised to avoid strenuous activities, follow a special diet, and wear compression garments to support the healing process.
Are there any risks or complications associated with body lift surgery?
Like any surgical procedure, body lift surgery carries certain risks and potential complications, including:
- Bleeding and hematoma
- Infection
- Seroma (accumulation of fluid under the skin)
- Delayed wound healing
- Changes in skin sensation
- Scarring
- Asymmetry or irregular contours
When will I see the final results of a body lift surgery?
While some initial improvement may be noticeable soon after the surgery, it may take several weeks to months for the swelling to fully subside and the final results to become apparent. The body will continue to heal and refine in shape and appearance over time.
How long do the results of a body lift surgery last?
The results of a body lift surgery are generally long-lasting, especially when accompanied by a healthy lifestyle and weight maintenance. However, factors such as aging, weight fluctuations, and pregnancy may affect the longevity of the results.
How can I schedule a consultation for a body lift surgery?
If you’re considering a body lift surgery, we recommend scheduling a consultation with a surgeon specialising in body contouring procedures. During the consultation, the surgeon will evaluate your concerns, discuss your goals, and recommend the most suitable treatment options for you.
What are the risks and likely after-effects?
Cosmetic surgery, like any other surgery, involves a “trauma” to the human body and there are risks associated with any procedure. Each person’s body is different, and your general health, level of fitness, age and genetic profile will all have an effect on the speed of healing and also on the risk of side-effects.
If you smoke, drink alcohol, are overweight and/or take drugs for medical or other reasons, the risk of complication during and after surgery can be greatly increased. Smoking, in particular, is discouraged because it increases the risk both of infection, wound healing problems and thrombosis (blodd clots).
After any surgery it is normal for all patients to experience swelling, bruising, tiredness and numbness, this decreases gradually in the days and weeks afterwards. A smaller number may also encounter infection and/or some bleeding around the scar area. Infection can be treated with antibiotics, through this can delay the healing process somewhat.
SCARS
Scarring is a normal and unavoidable consequence of this procedure, and will vary in appearance and severity, depending on the extent of surgery and on your body type. Your scars will certainly reduce and fade over a period of months and, whilst permanent, should not be visible under normal clothing.
What will happen after the operation?
Full post-operative cover
We’re confident that you will be delighted with the results. For that reason, we guarantee that we will provide post-operative cover for a full three
years after you procedure. It’s our way of ensuring that you have peace of mind and confidence in Linia.
Period of reflection
Cosmetic surgery is a purely elective procedure and careful consideration should be given to both the potential benefits and the risks, before making
a decision to proceed. Linia recommends that, following consultation with your surgeon, you allow a period of at least fourteen days before making a decision.
