Body Lift Pasadena, CA | Martin O'Toole, MD, FACS

Understanding Body Lift Surgery

Many individuals develop loose, hanging skin and residual fat pockets on the abdomen, hips, thighs, lower back, and buttocks after significant weight loss or due to aging. This excess skin can obscure weight loss achievements and prevent individuals from enjoying their physical transformation.

Body Lift: A Comprehensive Solution

An integrated body lift provides a comprehensive approach to removing excess skin that results from weight loss or aging. This surgical procedure targets multiple areas of the body to create smoother, more contoured results.

Body Lift Candidate Criteria

Ideal candidates for body lift surgery typically include adults who:

• Have hanging, loose, or flabby skin from weight loss, aging, pregnancy, or heredity
• Maintained a stable weight for at least three months
• Are in good overall health
• Do not smoke
• Have realistic expectations
• Are not planning future pregnancies

The Body Lift Procedure

The body lift procedure involves several critical steps:

1. Administration of general anesthesia
2. Strategic incision placement around the body's circumference
3. Removal of excess skin
4. Reshaping of underlying tissues
5. Muscle tightening
6. Repositioning of remaining skin

Potential Combined Procedures

Dr. O'Toole may recommend complementary procedures such as:

• Power-assisted liposuction
• Buttock lift
• Thigh lift
• Arm lift

Benefits of Body Lift Surgery

Patients can expect multiple transformative benefits, including:

• Smoother body contours
• Reduced fat pockets
• Enhanced physical confidence
• Expanded clothing options

Recovery and Expectations

Recovery from a body lift requires patience. Patients typically need two to three weeks off work and should avoid strenuous activities for four to six weeks. A compression garment will be worn to support healing and reduce swelling.

Potential Considerations

Patients should understand potential aspects of the procedure, including:

• Surgical scarring
• Recovery duration
• Post-operative discomfort

For more information about Body Lift in Pasadena, CA, submit an enquiry to Martin O'Toole, MD, FACS.