Body Lift Chesterfield, MO | Charles Nathan, MD, FACS

Understanding Body Lift Surgery

Losing a significant amount of weight is a remarkable achievement that deserves celebration. However, substantial weight loss can often leave behind excess, hanging skin that may cause physical discomfort and impact your confidence. Body lift procedures offer a comprehensive solution to help patients reveal their transformed physique.

Ideal Candidates for Body Lift

Body lift candidates typically include healthy non-smokers who have experienced significant weight loss and are seeking relief from:

• Loose, sagging skin on arms, back, chest, flanks, abdomen, thighs, or buttocks
• Chafing and skin irritation caused by redundant skin folds
• Residual fat and tissue that obscure newly achieved body contours

Types of Body Lift Procedures

Tummy Tuck (Abdominoplasty)

A tummy tuck addresses hanging abdominal skin and can repair separated abdominal muscles. When combined with liposuction, it can help create a more sculpted midsection.

Thigh & Buttock Lift

This procedure tightens and firms the thigh and buttock regions, improving movement and restoring smoother body contours after significant weight loss.

Arm Lift

An arm lift eliminates "batwings" by removing excess skin and reshaping upper arm tissue, revealing more defined muscle definition.

Breast and Chest Procedures

Depending on individual needs, patients might benefit from breast lifts or gynecomastia surgery to restore a more youthful and proportionate chest appearance.

Body Lift Recovery and Results

Recovery varies by procedure but generally involves wearing compression garments and following specific post-operative instructions. Most patients return to work within 10-14 days and can gradually resume more strenuous activities by six weeks.

Long-Term Expectations

Body lift results can be long-lasting when patients maintain a stable weight and healthy lifestyle. Final results are typically visible 3-6 months after surgery as swelling subsides and tissues settle.

For more information about Body Lift in Chesterfield, MO, submit an enquiry to Charles Nathan, MD, FACS.