Body Lift Surgery in Scottsdale: Reshape Your Body After Major Weight Loss

Despite maintaining a healthy diet and exercise routine, sagging skin and stubborn fat deposits can remain an issue after significant weight loss. A body lift procedure with Dr. Michele DeVito in Scottsdale can help you achieve the toned, contoured body shape you desire.

Body lift surgery improves the shape and firmness of the body by removing excess fat and skin, addressing cellulite, and tightening loose, sagging body contours. It is an effective solution for patients who have loose, excess skin following major weight loss.

What is a Body Lift?

A body lift improves the shape and tone of the underlying tissue that supports skin and fat. In addition to removing excess fat and skin, the procedure can improve the appearance of cellulite. Body lift surgery can target several areas of the body depending on the individual's needs, but most commonly addresses the abdominal area down to the thighs.

It's important to note that body lifts are not intended solely for fat removal. Liposuction alone can remove excess fat deposits where skin elasticity is good. A combination of liposuction and body lift is often recommended when skin elasticity is poor to achieve optimal results.

Common Body Lift Procedures

Dr. DeVito is an experienced body lift specialist in Scottsdale who performs several types of body contouring procedures, including:

• Upper Arm Lift (Brachioplasty)
• Thigh Lift
• Buttock Lift
• Lower Body Lift (Belt Lipectomy)
• Tummy Tuck (Abdominoplasty)
• Breast Lift

Ideal Candidates for Body Lift Surgery

The best candidates for body lift surgery are non-smoking, healthy adults with significant amounts of loose, sagging skin in one or more body areas. Patients should have a positive outlook and realistic goals for what body lift surgery can accomplish. Maintaining a stable weight through proper nutrition and fitness is important for long-lasting results.

The Body Lift Procedure

During body lift surgery, Dr. DeVito makes incisions to remove excess, sagging skin and lift and tighten the underlying tissues. Liposuction may be performed in conjunction with skin removal to improve overall body contour. A complete body lift treats the buttocks, abdomen, waist, hips and thighs in one procedure.

Recovery After Body Lift Surgery

Recovery typically takes 2-3 weeks before patients can return to normal activities. Some discomfort is expected in the treated areas. Pain medication may be prescribed for relief. Patients will have dressings or bandages on incisions, which take about 2 weeks to heal. It can take up to a year for incisions to fully fade.

Body Lift Surgery FAQs

What are the benefits of a body lift?

Body lift surgery improves body contours and firmness by removing excess skin and fat. It can dramatically enhance body shape after major weight loss when diet and exercise alone are not enough to address sagging skin.

How long do results last?

Results from body lift surgery are long-lasting as long as patients maintain a stable weight and good overall health. Some relaxation of tissues will occur naturally with aging.

What are the risks?

Potential risks include bleeding, infection, poor wound healing, and asymmetry. Dr. DeVito will discuss all risks during the consultation.

Will there be scarring?

Body lift surgery does result in permanent scars, but they can typically be hidden by clothing. Dr. DeVito uses advanced techniques to minimize scarring.

Schedule a Consultation

To learn more about body lift surgery in Scottsdale with Dr. Michele DeVito to schedule a consultation. Dr. DeVito is a board-certified plastic surgeon with extensive experience in body contouring procedures.