A Body Lift, or post-bariatric plastic surgery, is a common procedure for patients who recently experienced a significant weight loss. A Body Lift combines various upper and lower body lifts, such as the thigh lift or arm lift, to help improve the shape and tone of the body by removing excess fat and skin. Sagging skin and excess leftover body fat can affect the contour and appearance of a patient's body, and can lead to discomfort or medical complications.
It's always recommended that patients be as close to a healthy weight as possible and that they maintain that weight for a while before undergoing cosmetic surgery. Being as close to a healthy weight as possible helps to get the best results and lowers the risks of complications during surgery.
One of the most important factors in determing if a patient is at a healthy weight and a good candidate for "body contouring after major weight loss" or "weight loss plastic surgery" is a patient's current BMI (Body Mass Index).
Normal: 20 - 25
Overweight: 25 - 30
Obese: 30 - 35
Morbidly obese: BMI greater than 35
You can calculate your BMI here!
To get the best result and lower the risks of complications it's recommended that patients reduce their BMI to under 30. Patients with a higher BMI (Body Mass Index) or a higher body fat % are usually recommended to consider a weight loss program, including a proper diet and exercise, first.
Liposuction is often combined with a Body Lift, or post-bariatric plastic surgery to help remove additional or stubborn subcutaneous fat deposits and get the best results. In some cases, Liposuction may be performed before a Body Lift to help improve the odds of a successful procedure.
If you have undergone dramatic weight loss and are close to your idea weight, and you have maintained a stable weight for some time, you may be a good candidate for post-bariatric plastic surgery. You can start by locating a plastic surgeon "in my area" using our provider directory. You can also with a Post-Bariatric Plastic Surgeon in your area, right here from our site without having to search your area at all.