Atlanta Body Lift Surgery
Other Procedures
Interested in an Atlanta bodylift procedure? The term ‘body lift’ or ‘lower body lift’ refers to a cosmetic plastic surgery procedure that treats the abdomen, the thighs, hips, the buttocks, the groin area and the lower back. Generally, the procedure is designed to tighten sagging skin in these areas, remove excess fat and improve the dimpled look caused by cellulite. It’s a sort of “wraparound” procedure that covers a lot of area, slimming and tightening in several areas that are prone to loss of elasticity as we grow older. Contact us today to schedule your Atlanta bodylift appointment.
Because of the extensive amount of plastic surgery involved in a body lift, no two procedures are alike. The condition of the body and the goals of the surgery dictate incision placement. Generally, there will be a horizontal incision that mimics the tummy along the abdomen and then runs completely around the lower torso.
The body lift will follow the procedures for a tummy tuck by tightening both the lower and upper abdomen muscles and removing the excess fat and tissue. The incision wrapping around to the back will allow for a similar procedure along the hips and buttocks. The procedure involves tightening the inner, supportive skin in these areas as well, which allows for the removal of excess outer skin and lifting sagging buttocks.
The cosmetic surgeon has a lot of contouring to perform during a body lift. The buttocks, midriff, abdomen and thighs are notorious collectors of excess pounds. It is the cosmetic plastic surgeon’s job to lift and tighten the outer skin, while sculpting what lies beneath it to a slimmer, natural looking profile.
Along the way liposuction may be applied to the upper thighs, both in the frontal area and along the sides below the hip bones. Surgical lifts can also be applied in the form of tightening the inner, “suspension” tissue that will in turn lift the outer tissue.
Some cosmetic plastic surgeons define a body lift as all that is described above plus a breast lift or reduction and lift; along with an upper arm lift. That is a lot of plastic surgery and would probably be scheduled as multiple operations. Surgery this extensive is most often applicable to people who have lost a large volume of weight and have far too much outer skin left over, along with an absence of muscle tension. These are often people who have had the stomach staple operation to help them lose one hundred pounds or more.
Schedule an Atlanta Body Lift Consultation
Dr. Brian Howard is a remarkably skilled board certified Atlanta plastic surgeon who is part of a select group of medical professionals who has certification in plastic surgery. His Roswell office is the preferred choice for Atlanta body lift procedures in the region. If you live in the Atlanta area and are interested in such procedures, contact the office of Dr. Brian Howard today.
