Total Body Lift Little Rock, AZ | English Plastic & Cosmetic Surgery Center

Understanding Body Lift Surgery

A body lift, frequently referred to as a belt lipectomy, is an advanced surgical procedure designed to remove excess skin and fat while simultaneously improving body contours. This comprehensive treatment typically involves three interconnected procedures: tummy tuck, outer thigh lift, and buttock lift.

Procedure Characteristics

• Circumferential incision around abdomen, flanks, and back
• Removes excess skin and fat
• Tightens soft tissues
• Reattaches tissues to underlying fascial system

Ideal Candidates for Body Lift

Body lift surgery is most appropriate for individuals who have experienced significant weight loss or desire skin tightening after childbearing and aging. Optimal candidates demonstrate the following characteristics:

• Stable weight for minimum 9-12 months
• Participating in regular exercise
• Maintaining healthy diet
• Post-bariatric surgery patients (after one-year recovery)

Surgical Procedure Details

English Plastic & Cosmetic Surgery Center performs body lift procedures under general anesthesia. The surgery typically requires three to five hours and is conducted in a surgical facility or hospital setting. While surgical scarring is unavoidable, extensive efforts are made to minimize scar visibility and prominence.

Recovery and Expectations

Recovery from a body lift is significant and requires patience. Patients can anticipate the following recovery timeline:

• Pain managed through oral medication
• Potential drainage tube care for up to four days
• Compression garment wear for two to six days
• Work resumption with restrictions after three to four weeks
• Full activity restoration in six to eight weeks

Long-Term Results

Final body lift results are typically achieved nine to twelve months post-procedure. Patients may experience temporary reduced sensation in treated areas. Surgical scars will gradually flatten and lighten over several months.

For more information about Body Lift in Little Rock, AZ, submit an enquiry to English Plastic & Cosmetic Surgery Center.