Basically, the more stable the body weight, the greater the chances of a lasting result. Even with slight weight gain, however, a permanent improvement in the body silhouette can be assumed.
Bodylifting
A body lift is an all-round correction of the silhouette. A body lift is indicated when there is excessive tissue sagging in different parts of the body at the same time, i.e. the abdominal wall, hips, buttocks and thighs. This is usually the case after massive weight loss.
While earlier surgical procedures focussed primarily on the front abdominal wall and the inner thighs, body lifting is now a technique that can be used to correct the body silhouette as a whole, particularly in the hip and buttock region.
The incisions required for the operation are made in such a way that they can be concealed by briefs or a swimming costume. A body lift can be combined with liposuction in the thigh area or corrections to the upper arms.
The operation for a body lift
On the day of your body lift, you will arrive at the PSP, Plastic Surgery Pyramide or, if you wish to stay overnight, at the Privatklinik Bethanien. You will be prepared for the upcoming procedure by the nursing staff and your doctors. This includes taking "before" pictures and drawing in the future silhouette.
The body lift takes between four and six hours and is performed under general anaesthetic. First, the buttocks and outer thigh region are tightened in the prone position. The abdomen and inner thighs are then operated on in the supine position.
A body lift is a major surgical procedure. A hospital stay of five to seven days is usually necessary.
Aftercare for a body lift
After the operation, a special abdominal belt must be worn during the day for six weeks. Several weeks must be expected for the complete healing of the extensive wound areas on various parts of the body. You may be unable to work for up to four weeks.
