For those with excess, sagging skin, the body lift will help remove that excess skin and restore your natural body shape. Whether caused by aging, rapid weight loss or pregnancy, a body lift delivers great results if your goal is to get rid of sagging skin on different areas of your body.
Recent developments inWeight loss surgery have helped many patients overcome obesity and obtain their ideal body goals. However, stretched skin after weight loss is very common and you may be left with droopy skin flaps.
To learn more about the results you can achieve with the body lift, consult with Dr. Grant Hamlet, London’s premier body sculpting specialist.
About Body Lift Surgery
The cosmetic and reconstructive surgeons at Dr. Grant Hamlet specialize in body and facial procedures. These professionals will meticulously remove unnecessary skin and help show off your weight loss results. This surgery often requires liposuction and skin removal techniques. At Dr. Grant Hamlet, we use Vaser Liposuction to reduce excess fat stores and help accentuate your body’s curves.
Lower Body Lift
The main technique in a body lift is a lower body lift, also referred to as a belt abdominoplasty, which will help transform the abdomen and lower back. This procedure requires an incision pattern along the front of the abdomen and lower back. Excess skin will be removed through this incision and the underlying abdominal muscles will be tightened. The remaining skin will be lifted, helping to lift the buttocks and thighs.
For a more extensive buttock or thigh lift, you can discuss adding these techniques onto your procedure in your consultation. A thigh lift and butt lift will help reduce folds and irregularities in the surface of your skin. The result will be smooth thighs and perky buttocks.
Extended Tummy Tuck
Another popular form of a lower body lift is an extended tummy tuck. If you are not looking to reduce skin in your back, an extended tummy tuck will only reduce skin around your abdomen. The procedure is similar to a lower body lift and your abdominal muscles will be tightened and remaining skin made taut.
Upper Body Lift
An upper body lift is a combination of techniques that help to make your upper body look young and smooth. An upper body lift may include techniques such as an arm lift, also known as a brachioplasty, that will remove extra arm skin and improve the proportion of your arms. Other techniques include surgically reducing excess skin in the back, face, neck, and breasts. Incision techniques will vary based on your anatomical features and desired outcome.
The details of your full body lift surgery will be based on your preferred aesthetic and extent of improvement needed.
Benefits
There are many advantages to a body lift surgery, the primary one is the transformational effects it will have on your body.
Whether you have undergone massive weight loss or want to reduce droopy skin, this procedure will provide impressive results! A body lift will leave your skin smoother, taut, and your features lifted. Regain a younger, perkier body after a body lift surgery!
This surgery has many mental benefits alongside the physical benefits. Removing excess skin flaps will make fitting into clothes easier and boost your confidence. Feel good about your body and confident in your dramatic results!
Candidates
Ideal candidates for this procedure are healthy men and women who have a surplus of loose skin. Adults who have health conditions that hinder their healing process should look into alternative solutions to reduce their excess skin. Perform research on what it means to undergo a body lift procedure so you can have realistic expectations for what the surgery can achieve.
The surgical team at Dr. Grant Hamlet will work with you to determine if this is your best solution to your concerns. To begin your body lift process, schedule a consultation with our team today!
World-Class Body Lift and Contouring Experts of London
During your private meeting, you may meet with one or more of our surgical specialists. They will listen as you explain what aspects of your body you are unhappy with and would like to improve. The doctor(s) will ask about your general health, past procedures, allergies, and current medications. An examination will be performed so that our team has a good understanding of your anatomical features and desired aesthetic.
Together, they will create a treatment plan that considers your unique figure and ideal result.
The details of a body lift, including potential risks and the recovery period, will be discussed. We encourage our patients to ask lots of questions and voice their concerns. This is your opportunity to talk about your concerns with experienced professionals. Our goal is for you to leave your consultation educated and confident in your procedure! Before you leave, you will schedule an appointment with our team and will be informed on how to prepare for the surgery and recovery of a body lift surgery.
Preparation
There are a few steps you will need to take to ensure a healthy surgery and recovery.
The best way to start preparing for surgery is by picking up prescribed medications well in advance of your appointment. Arrange for rides to and from the surgery and ask someone to stay with you for the first twenty-four hours of your recovery.
As the surgery date gets closer, choose a recovery area of your home that will be free of disturbance. This area is often a bedroom but should be somewhere you can relax and be stress-free. This area should have lots of pillows, your medications, and entertainment.
Twelve hours before your surgery, you will need to fast and get a good night’s rest. The morning of your appointment, dress in comfortable, loose-fitting clothes that will not be tight on treated areas.
Body Lift Procedure
The surgery will take a few hours, and once completed drains will be placed and incisions closed and bandaged.
When you arrive at your surgery, you will be asked to change into a gown. Once changed, your treatment areas will be cleaned and incision sites marked. Your pre-determined anesthesia and sedation will be administered and, once you are resting, the surgery will begin. The surgical team will assist your cosmetic surgeon as they apply incisions. Skin will be reduced and liposuction may be used to reduce excess fat deposits. The surgical team’s movements will be strategic and deliberate to provide attractive contours. Together, they will work to give you your best results.
Recovery After Surgery
When your surgery is completed, you will be monitored as you wake up from the sedation. You may need to be monitored for a while to ensure you are doing well. Once you are deemed healthy, your friend will be able to drive you back home to complete your recovery there.
As the anesthesia wears off, your incision sites may be swollen and sore. Medication will help reduce discomfort and help you rest. You may need to adjust your sleeping position so you don’t apply pressure to incisions.
Many patients take seven to ten days off from work as they heal. This timeframe will fluctuate based on the extent of your procedure, your health, and the activity level of your job. Any drains and stitches will be removed in a follow-up appointment with your surgeon. Your check-up will be a great time to ask questions and learn what to expect in the rest of your recovery process.
Results
You will see your results instantly! You can enjoy smooth skin right away! These results will only increase as swelling and bruising decreases. Your final results will set in after a few months but patients can often return to work within a week or two.
Your results will be long-lasting!
To maintain your results, eat healthily and live an active lifestyle.
Cost of London Body Lift
Your procedure will be customized to your body and the results you desire. Because of Dr. Grant Hamlet’s personalized approach to body lift surgeries, the prices will vary greatly between patients.
If you are interested in learning more about a body lift and how it will transform your body, schedule a consultation with us today at 0207 127 4377.
FAQS
What is a body lift?
A body lift is a surgical procedure that reduces excess skin and lifts the remaining skin. The result is a smooth, uplifted body. This surgery is great for people who have undergone significant weight loss or who are looking for an overall lift in saggy skin. The surgery will transform your body and help you feel more confident in your appearance.
How much does a body lift cost?
The cost of body lifts vary significantly. The procedure implements various techniques that will impact the overall cost. Call our office today to hear the estimate of your procedure. For a cost breakdown and detailed description of your own procedure, schedule a consultation with us today.
What is the difference between a body lift and abdominoplasty?
A body lift uses skin reducing and lifting techniques all over the body. An abdominoplasty, or tummy tuck, is a surgical procedure that reduces fat and skin in the abdominal region. This procedure is often sought after by mothers who have had their last child and want to restore their body to what it looked before children.
How long does it take to recover from a body lift?
On average, patients need two to three weeks of downtime before returning to any kind of light work and activity. Depending on the techniques used and the amount of activity needed in your job you may need more or less time to recover.
What is a body lift surgery?
A body lift surgery is a procedure that reduces excess skin and helps lift your remaining skin. The result of a body lift is a smooth, contoured body.
Can I get rid of extra skin?
Yes! Surgical techniques can help remove excess skin all over the body. Not only can you remove extra skin but the remaining skin can be lifted to help improve body tone and muscle definition.
What areas can be treated with a body lift?
A body lift commonly treats the lower body. Saggy skin tends to gather around the midsection. A body lift will remove that extra skin and help lift the skin around your abdomen and lower back. The result is lifted skin in your thighs, buttocks, and midbody. Other body lifting techniques can be used alongside the lower body lift. You can combine an arm lift, breast lift, thigh lift, neck lift, facelift, or brow lift to help transform the way you appear!
A full body lift may include many of these techniques. Ultimately, a body lift is a personalized treatment that will improve the areas of your body that have saggy skin and that you would like to see significant improvement in.
