You would make a good candidate for a lower body lift surgery if you have lost a large amount of weight and are now dealing with new cosmetic challenges. These challenges may be loose, wrinkled skin on the upper thighs and buttocks, hanging skin on the abdomen, as well as saggy skin throughout the middle section.

If you are considering this procedure, it’s helpful to have expectations that are realistic, which can be discussed with Dr. Hanz during your consultative appointment. It’s important to know that scarring is a result of this surgery because of the size of the incisions.

Second, this procedure does need a longer recovery compared to many other cosmetic surgeries so you will need to prepare in regard to work and family care. Lastly, it’s critical that you are at a healthy weight before considering lower body lift surgery.

This procedure is done with general anesthesia, and many patients do require at least one night’s stay under supervised care. The surgery time may be lengthy, lasting anywhere from 4 – 7 hours. The surgical incision is usually made along the area where you would wear your belt, which is why it is known as a circumferential 360 lift or beltectomy.

After the incision is made by Dr. Hanz, liposuction will treat areas of excess fat and sagging skin will be trimmed. Then, the remaining skin will be draped tight and attached with surgical sutures.

You will need to wear compression garments over the incisions to help create a slimmer appearance, as well as to control swelling, bleeding, and bruising.

A lower body lift is classified as a major surgery. It will likely take you about two weeks to get back to everyday activities, and in certain patients, up to six months before getting back to more active movements, including aerobic exercise.

Dr. Kevin Hanz or a member of his staff will go over caring for the wound so that scarring is minimized for the best results. While the recovery may feel long, your results can be extraordinary, providing you with a tighter, smoother body without the hanging, loose skin that prevents you from living a full life. Many patients feel it’s one of the most life-changing elective surgeries available today.

The cost of a lower body lift procedure will vary for each patient. During your consultation, Dr. Hanz will be able to discuss a treatment plan that matches your goals and budget.

Kevin R. Hanz, M.D. Aesthetic Plastic Surgery takes many payment methods and low-interest financing to make your lower body lift as easy to afford as possible.

There are several factors that will determine the visibility of scarring you have after a lower body lift. Dr. Hanz designs incision points so they can be easily concealed by undergarments or in less visible areas, like the natural skin folds.

Dr. Hanz or someone on his staff will discuss aftercare instructions, which will help your sutures heal properly so the scars eventually blend with your skin.

While a mommy makeover gives you a beautiful new figure, it does include surgical scars. Dr. Hanz will create clean, small incisions, which he will make in places that can be covered with undergarments or swimsuits.

As part of your post-surgical instructions, Dr. Hanz or a member of his team will give you tips on scar care so your sutures heal and fade properly.

After your lower body lift surgery, you will likely experience some inflammation and bruising in and around the treatment areas. Follow-up appointments will be important so Dr. Hanz can track your recovery.

If you are considering a lower body lift, schedule a consultation with Dr. Hanz to learn more about the procedure and the right time for you to get one.

You should be at or near a healthy, stable weight because losing or gaining a lot of weight after a lift can alter your appearance. Prior to surgery, Dr. Hanz will also perform a physical examination to make sure that you are healthy enough to recover properly.

Usually, Dr. Hanz requires his patients to spend a minimum of one night in a hospital or medical facility after their lower body lift surgery. This overnight stay is to ensure your comfort and safety so your health can be monitored and your pain be controlled.

Depending on the number of areas that are being addressed and how quickly you recover, Dr. Hanz might recommend you spend two or more nights. During your consultation, Dr. Hanz will discuss facilities where you can stay, as well as how long he thinks you may need to stay.