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Lower Body Lift
(Belt Lipectomy)

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After massive weight loss, it is common to have excess, sagging skin around the waist and lower body. As the result of stretching and excess fat, this sagging skin rarely responds to diet and exercise regimens. In more severe cases, this excess skin (sometimes called an apron) can cause complications like irritation, chafing, and decreased mobility if not removed. A lower body lift, or belt lipectomy, can surgically lift and tighten the lower body and abdominal area in one comprehensive procedure.

Why Choose a Lower Body Lift?

Most patients that opt for a belt lipectomy procedure are those who recently underwent weight loss (whether through bariatric surgery or not) and have sagging skin remaining that causes complications and self-consciousness. A lower body lift is beneficial because it can remove sagging skin and restore your figure to a lifted, contoured profile. Often, a lower body lift is part of a larger weight loss surgery plan that might include a thigh lift or arm lift for further results.

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Am I a Candidate?

In order to be a good candidate for a lower body lift, it is important that you have reached your weight loss goals and have remained at a steady weight for a reasonable amount of time. This ensures that future weight gain or loss will not negatively affect your results. You should be in good general health and able to undergo extensive surgery, and your plastic surgeon will discuss your medical history during your consultation to make sure that a lower body lift will be safe and effective for you.

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Your Customized Lower Body Lift Procedure

There are a few options when it comes to your lower body lift. Some other surgical techniques can be combined with your belt lipectomy to further enhance your new figure and address nearby areas.

Belt Lipectomy

During this procedure, an ‘apron’ of skin is removed from the lower torso. Once removed, the skin from the buttocks and thighs is pulled upwards to tighten and recontour the area. This is performed all the way around the hips, leaving an incision that can be concealed at the bikini line.
A belt lipectomy usually takes 4 to 6 hours, depending on the extent of the surgery and whether additional procedures are performed in the same session. The duration varies based on individual anatomy and techniques.
A belt lipectomy addresses excess skin and fat around the entire midsection, including the abdomen, hips, and lower back. In contrast, a tummy tuck focuses primarily on the front of the abdomen, tightening muscles and removing excess skin in that area.
Candidates should be near their target weight, with a body mass index (BMI) within a healthy range, as significant weight fluctuations can impact the results. We often recommend patients maintain a stable weight for several months before the procedure.
Most patients can return to non-strenuous work within 2 to 4 weeks, depending on their recovery progress. However, jobs requiring physical activity may require additional downtime.
Scarring typically extends around the lower torso, resembling a beltline. While the scars fade over time, their visibility depends on healing and adherence to post-operative care instructions. Wearing sunscreen, avoiding sun exposure, and using scar treatments early on can help reduce the visibility of scars.
Yes, a belt lipectomy can be combined with procedures such as liposuction, thigh lift, or breast surgery for comprehensive body contouring. Our plastic surgeons will evaluate your overall health and goals to determine if combining procedures is safe.
Results are long-lasting if patients maintain a stable weight and healthy lifestyle. Aging and natural changes in skin elasticity may affect the results over time.
Preparation involves achieving a stable weight, stopping smoking, and avoiding certain medications or supplements that may increase bleeding risks. Our team will provide detailed instructions tailored to your medical history.
Yes, compression garments are typically required for several weeks to minimize swelling, support healing tissues, and improve overall contour. Following guidance on garment usage is crucial for optimal results.
Maintaining a healthy diet, regular exercise, and a stable weight are essential to preserve your results. Avoiding significant weight fluctuations and staying hydrated will also contribute to long-term success.

Tummy Tuck

A common step that can be performed along with an apron removal procedure is a tummy tuck to tighten the underlying abdominal muscles. This can also remove excess fat deposits in the stomach, along with excess skin. Commonly, the abdominal muscles become stretched and weak with weight gain, making a tummy tuck a valuable addition.

Liposuction

Despite your weight loss goals, it is likely that you still have stubborn pockets of fat in certain areas. During a lower body lift, liposuction can be easily used to contour outlying areas like the thighs or abdomen to reduce fat and improve your overall figure.

Lower Body Lift Recovery

Although the lower body lift comes with some great benefits for weight loss patients, it comes with an extensive recovery period. Although Dr. Ali Mosharrafa and Dr. Tamir Mosharrafa will ensure you know what to expect, you can plan on a few weeks away from work or social engagements while you recover. Although your plastic surgeon will monitor your recovery during follow-up appointments, you will be expected to wear compression garments and take medications to manage swelling and discomfort during your initial recovery. It can take at least a few months for your final results to emerge as your new contours settle and swelling goes down. Barring any future weight gain or loss, most patients see long-term results with lower body lift procedures.
No. Lower body lift procedures are considered cosmetic surgery by insurance companies.
A circumferential body lift is a combination of a tummy tuck and a posterior body lift or belt lipectomy. It addresses skin laxity of the anterior, lateral and posterior trunk.
A skin lift is any procedure designed to remove excess skin.
While the thighs are not directly treated in a lower body lift, a technique called a “high lateral tension lift” can significantly improve the appearance of the lateral thighs.
How much a body lift costs can differ from person to person depending on a number of factors. Its best to discuss costs with your doctor.
A circumferential body lift is a combination of a tummy tuck and a posterior body lift or belt lipectomy. It addresses skin laxity of the anterior, lateral and posterior trunk.
A circumferential body lift is a combination of a tummy tuck and a posterior body lift or belt lipectomy. It addresses skin laxity of the anterior, lateral and posterior trunk.
Typical recovery time from a body lift is 6 weeks.
Skin is removed surgically in areas where it is loose and excessive. There are multiple techniques designed to address specific areas of skin excess after weight loss. These procedures generally leave scars, some of which may be visible in certain clothing.
A butterfly lift is a procedure sometimes done in combination with a lower body lift in which the tissue typically removed with a posterior body lift is used to add volume to the buttocks.
A circumferential body lift is a combination of a tummy tuck and a posterior body lift or belt lipectomy. It addresses skin laxity of the anterior, lateral and posterior trunk.
A circumferential body lift is a combination of a tummy tuck and a posterior body lift or belt lipectomy. It addresses skin laxity of the anterior, lateral and posterior trunk.

Why Choose Mosharrafa Plastic Surgery?

Dr. Ali Mosharrafa and Dr. Tamir Mosharrafa are board-certified plastic surgeons with over 20 years of experience in producing excellent post-weight loss results from patients who have achieved their body goals. To meet with our plastic surgeons and begin discussing the right body lift procedure for you, contact our Phoenix office by calling or filling out our online form.

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