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Achieve Your Body Contouring Goals with a Body Lift

January 15, 2025 Tags: , ,

A young, fit woman in undergarments posed with her hand on her hip under neon lighting

Losing a significant amount of weight, whether through diet, exercise, or gastric bypass surgery, is a remarkable achievement. However, the transformation can leave behind excess, sagging skin that prevents you from fully enjoying your hard-earned results. A body lift offers a powerful solution, restoring a toned, firm contour by removing this excess skin and tightening underlying tissues.

Dr. J.J. Wendel’s approach to body lifts is highly personalized, combining a variety of procedures to meet the unique needs of each patient, whether focusing on the upper or lower body—or a combination of both.

What Is a Body Lift?

A body lift is a comprehensive procedure designed to address excess skin and tissue following significant weight loss. The procedure can focus on either the lower body, upper body, or both:

Lower Body Lift

This 360-degree procedure, also called a belt abdominoplasty or circumferential belt lift, combines the benefits of a tummy tuck, lateral thigh lift, and buttock lift. By addressing the entire torso, the lower body lift creates a more contoured waistline, firmer thighs, and lifted buttocks.

Upper Body Lift

An upper body lift targets areas like the arms, breasts, and upper back. Procedures typically include an arm lift and breast lift, along with the removal of excess tissue from the side bra rolls and upper back rolls.

Personalized Body Contouring

Dr. Wendel understands that every patient’s journey is unique. Depending on your goals, various combinations of these procedures can be performed together or spread across multiple surgical sessions. This tailored approach ensures optimal results that align with your body’s needs and your recovery preferences.

What to Expect During Body Lift Surgery

Body lift surgery is performed under anesthesia at Dr. Wendel’s fully accredited surgical facility in Nashville. Here’s a general outline of what happens during the procedure:

Lower Body Lift

  • Incisions are made below the bikini line, allowing Dr. Wendel to remove excess skin and repair abdominal muscles.
  • The upper abdominal skin is then stretched downward, replacing the lower abdominal skin, and the belly button is repositioned.
  • Patients are then placed in a facedown position to complete the lateral hip and buttock lift.

Upper Body Lift

  • The procedure focuses on lifting and tightening the arms, breasts, and upper back.
  • Excess tissue from bra rolls and upper back rolls is removed for a smoother contour.

An overnight stay in the hospital is recommended. Dr. Wendel will go over abdominoplasty recovery instructions in order to minimize any discomfort.

The Benefits of a Body Lift

Patients who undergo body lift surgery often experience life-changing results, including:

  • A more proportionate, toned appearance.
  • Improved comfort and mobility.
  • Enhanced self-confidence and the ability to wear a wider range of clothing.

Is a Body Lift Right for You?

If you’ve reached your weight loss goals and are ready to take the next step in your transformation, a body lift could be the perfect solution. Dr. J.J. Wendel combines skill, artistry, and compassionate care to help patients achieve their dream bodies.

Schedule a consultation with our team today to learn how a body lift can help you complete your weight loss journey and rediscover confidence in your own skin.