What Is a Lower Body Lift?
A lower body lift is a body contouring surgery performed to remove sagging skin and fat to give a lift to areas of the body that are most commonly affected by age, weight loss, and pregnancy. This procedure targets the middle and lower body, including the buttocks, stomach, flanks, lower back, and thighs. Based on the amount of skin removed, a circumferential 360 incision may be performed, which grants the highest amount of lift and skin excision. At Hedden & Gunn Plastic Surgery, our plastic surgeons have years of experience and training with lift surgeries. For individuals who are dealing with stubborn fat, a lower body lift can help them achieve their weight loss goals while also serving as the finishing step for their transformation, creating a tighter, healthier physique. For more information about lower body lift surgery, contact our office in Birmingham, AL to learn more.
How Is a Lower Body Lift Performed?
Lower body lifts are typically performed in our outpatient facility with general anesthesia and can take 4 – 7 hours to complete. The surgical incision is commonly placed along the area where a belt is worn, which is why it is sometimes known as a circumferential 360 or a beltectomy. After making the incision, we will perform liposuction to eliminate all excess fat before trimming away the excess skin. Then, the remaining skin will be tightened and reattached with surgical sutures. Compression garments may be placed over the treated area to help create a trimmer result, as well as to control bleeding, bruising, and swelling.
What Are the Benefits of a Lower Body Lift?
A lower body lift at Hedden & Gunn Plastic Surgery can help individuals get back their trim, healthy figure after weight fluctuations, pregnancy, or natural changes due to aging have occurred. Some of the benefits of lower body lift surgery from our Birmingham, AL team include:
- Removes loose, drooping extra skin
- Can target multiple body parts at the same time
- Tightens and firms skin
- Erases stubborn extra fat from targeted areas
- Evens out body harmony and symmetry
- Allows for easier movement
- Achieves a more youthful appearance
- Enhances look
- May be combined with other procedures
- Reduces chafing and skin irritation
- Can be customized for an individual's different needs and concerns
- Boosts self-esteem and confidence
- Reshapes and recontours the body
Hedden & Gunn Plastic Surgery Reviews
Dr. Halka and his team exhibited a high level of expertise and professionalism. We could not be more satisfied as to how he and his team were thorough throughout our experience; from pre-operative consultation through post operative care. The outcome of the surgical details not only met, but exceeded our expectations thus far. The outcome of this extensive surgery has been flawless so far and is expected to continue for a full and complete recovery. We would highly recommend Dr. Halka and his team and are confident you will be highly satisfied as we have been through this process. Note: we traveled 200 miles in order to be under this team’s care. Edited to say: I had a lower body lift with fat transfer to the buttocks.
A Whole New Me! - What a life-changing experience with Dr. Halka! As a 45-year-old woman, wife, and mother, I finally realized that taking care of myself IS taking care of my family. I decided to put myself and my health first for a change and set a goal to lose the excess weight I've been carrying around my entire life. With bariatric surgery, a complete lifestyle change to a low-carb diet, and 4-6 intense 5 am workouts weekly, I lost 110 pounds and have maintained the loss for two and a half years. This was ah-mazing! However, after two years of hard work and dedication, my body was still a saggy, floppy mess even after the incredible weight loss. I decided to go for a Mommy Makeover consultation at Hedden & Gunn Plastic Surgery after following them on Instagram for about a year. I met with Dr. Halka, who was very thorough and took his time explaining everything, answering all of my questions, and addressing all of my concerns. I went on two other consultations in Huntsville, AL, and Chattanooga, TN as those locations are closer to my home, but ultimately, I chose Dr. Halka's plan for the procedure and recovery because it was the best. We decided on a 360 body lift with muscle repair and lipo, breast augmentation with 500 cc Mentor silicone implants placed above the muscle, and fat transfer to the buttocks. The procedure went smoothly with no complications, and I followed the post-op instructions to the letter. Now, 12 weeks post-op, I am incredibly happy with my results. Dr. Halka didn't just perform a Mommy Makeover, he created a whole new version of me. I'm in the best shape of my life and finally, at 47 years of age, I feel confident, beautiful, and comfortable in my skin. I'm incredibly grateful for Dr. Halka's kindness, talent, and expertise. I can't imagine having a better experience.
Amazing LBL with MR and Fat Transfer to Buttocks - After 4 babies and a weight loss of 80lbs, finally decided it was time to get rid of some skin. Went in thinking mommy makeover. Dr Halka told me he didn’t think the tummy tuck results would make me happy and recommended the lower body lift. I was concerned about it flattening out my butt so he also suggested the fat transfer. I could not be more pleased with the results. I cried the first time I saw my new tummy. Best money I’ve ever spent. Totally worth it!! He has been wonderful through the entire process. As an incentive for posting a review, this reviewer received an entry into RealSelf’s monthly $500 gift card giveaway.
After losing almost a hundred pounds, I was left with extremely loose, sagging skin, and after consulting with three plastic surgeons, I decided to go with Dr. Halka. He is exceptionally kind and patient with all my questions and concerns, and I am so happy I chose him as my surgeon. He did my brachioplasty (arm lift) and breast lift 7 weeks ago, and I am thrilled with my results. My scars look fantastic, and I honestly can’t believe how wonderfully everything is healing. I’ve had zero problems or complications. Dr. Halka will be performing my next two surgeries, a lower body lift and a thigh lift, in the coming months, and I have no worries about my care and comfort in his hands. The nurses and staff at Hedden and Gunn have also all been extremely helpful and friendly. As nervous as I was to start this journey of skin removal and reconstruction, Dr. Halka and the entire H&G team have made it as easy and painless as it could be, and I am so grateful.
Wonderful doctor - cannot adequately express how grateful I am - I cannot adequately express how grateful I am to Dr. Halka. Not only is he a skilled surgeon, he’s also kind and easy to talk to. After having two kids and losing over 80 pounds, I was left with loose, sagging skin. Dr. Halka performed an arm lift and breast lift and a couple of months later, a lower body lift and fat transfer to the breasts. I have experienced zero complications and have healed so well thanks to his care. I am thrilled with my results and plan to have him do my thigh lift in the next few months.
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A lower body lift can help individuals achieve a more toned and contoured appearance by addressing sagging skin and enhancing the overall shape of the lower body. At Hedden & Gunn Plastic Surgery, the experienced team offers personalized care to ensure optimal results for each patient. To learn more about the lower body lift, contact our Birmingham, AL office today to schedule a consultation.