Losing a significant amount of weight is an incredible achievement that brings numerous health benefits. However, many individuals who have undergone substantial weight loss will find themselves faced with a new challenge: excess sagging skin. This excess skin can make it difficult to fully enjoy the results of weight loss. Fortunately, body lift procedures offer an effective solution. Below, we’ll explore how these procedures can help patients fulfill their cosmetic goals after achieving weight loss.
What is a Body Lift?
Body lift treatments are surgical procedures designed to address excess skin and tissue that often remain after significant weight loss. These procedures target multiple areas of the body, such as the abdomen, buttocks, hips, and thighs, to create a slimmer and more contoured physique. You might hear body lift procedures referred to as:
- Lower body lift
- Belt lipectomy
- Circumferential tummy tuck
- 360 tummy tuck
How is a Body Lift Performed?
Body lift procedures are performed by making an incision around the waistline, which gives the surgical team access to the abdomen, back, hips, thighs, buttocks and the surrounding areas. This makes it possible for patients to achieve dramatic body contouring benefits in a single procedure. Furthermore, the scar that is left from body lift procedures is typically well-hidden by swimwear, undergarments and other clothing.
Why Consider a Body Lift?
Body lifts procedures are often considered the “next step” after significant weight loss. Achieving major weight loss is a difficult journey, which is why it can be so frustrating to be left with sagging skin after reaching a weight loss goal. Unfortunately, diet and exercise cannot help eliminate excess skin, which means that surgery is the best option for addressing this final step of weight loss. Once patients undergo a body lift, they can truly appreciate the results of their weight loss and enjoy benefits that include:
- Enhanced body contours
- Increased comfort and mobility
- Boost in self-confidence
Is a Body Lift Right for Me?
If you have recently achieved significant weight loss and are looking for a solution for excess, sagging skin, it might be time to consider body lift procedures such as a belt lipectomy or the 360 tummy tuck. However, the best way to determine whether you’re a candidate for a body lift is to schedule your consultation with Dr. Leverett at Body by Leverett.
We specialize in body lift surgeries and offer our services to residents of Ahwatukee, Chandler, Gilbert and the nearby cities of the Greater Phoenix area. Contact us today to get started.