Body Lift Berkley, MI | Chau Plastic Surgery

Understanding Body Lift Procedures

A body lift procedure addresses significant skin laxity following major weight loss. When substantial weight is lost quickly, skin often cannot retract to match the body's new contours, leaving excess hanging skin that can be corrected through surgical intervention.

What is a Body Lift?

A body lift, or lipectomy, is a comprehensive surgical procedure designed to remove excess skin and fatty tissue from multiple body areas, including:

• Abdomen
• Buttocks
• Hips
• Thighs

Ideal Candidates for Body Lift Surgery

Body lift candidates typically demonstrate:

• Substantial weight loss (at least 18 months post-bariatric surgery)
• Stable body weight for six months
• BMI below 35 kg/m²
• Significant excess skin around lower body regions

Procedure Details

Performed in a hospital setting, a body lift typically takes five to six hours. Board-certified surgeons at Chau Plastic Surgery utilize general anesthesia or IV sedation to ensure patient comfort and safety.

Recovery and Results

Recovery involves wearing compression garments and limiting physical activity for 4-6 weeks. Most patients can return to light work between 22-28 days post-surgery and resume normal activities at 6-8 weeks.

Potential Procedure Components

• Traditional Tummy Tuck
• Panniculectomy
• Arm Lift
• Thigh Lift
• Butt Lift
• Liposuction

Important Considerations

Patients should anticipate significant scarring that will fade over 12 months. Protecting scars from UV exposure is crucial to minimize permanent visibility.

For more information about Body Lift in Berkley, MI, submit an enquiry to Chau Plastic Surgery.