An upper and lower body lift surgical procedures designed to address sagging or excess skin in specific areas of the body. These procedures often performed after significant weight loss, such as through bariatric surgery or diet and exercise, where the skin loses its elasticity and fails to conform to the new body contours. Both upper and lower body lifts are comprehensive surgeries that involve multiple areas.
Upper Body Lift:
- Areas Addressed: The upper body lift typically includes the arms, breasts, and upper back.
- Procedure: Excess skin removed from the arms and upper back, and the breasts lifted to achieve a more youthful and contoured appearance.
- Candidates: Individuals with sagging skin in the upper body, often after significant weight loss or due to aging.
Lower Body Lift:
- Areas Addressed: The lower body lift focuses on the abdomen, buttocks, thighs, and sometimes the hips.
- Procedure: Excess skin excised from the abdomen and lower back, the buttocks are lifted, and the thighs may be tightened to enhance the overall lower body appearance.
- Candidates: Individuals with sagging skin in the lower body, typically following weight loss or pregnancy.
Combined Body Lift:
- In some cases, individuals opt for a combined or total body lift, which involves both upper and lower body procedures to achieve a more comprehensive transformation.
Considerations:
- These surgeries are major procedures and usually require general anesthesia.
- Scars are inevitable, and their extent depends on the areas treated and the surgical techniques used.
- Recovery time can vary, and patients may need to follow post-operative care instructions diligently.
Costs:
- The costs for upper and lower body lift surgeries can vary widely based on factors such as geographic location, surgeon’s experience, facility fees, and the extent of the procedure.
