If you’ve experienced significant weight loss or are dealing with stubborn areas of loose, sagging skin, a body lift could be the solution you’ve been looking for. Body contouring / a body lift at Galardi | Bowen Plastic Surgery in Virginia Beach can help you achieve a firmer, more toned appearance by removing excess skin and tightening the underlying tissues. Whether you want to improve the look of your abdomen, arms, thighs, buttocks, or other areas, our expert team is here to help you achieve your aesthetic goals and feel more confident in your body.
Request a consultation today to discover how a body lift can transform your look and enhance your quality of life.
What is body contouring / a body lift?
The body contouring procedure uses a combination of liposuction, skin excision, and tightening techniques to lift, smooth, and reshape your target areas. The benefits go beyond physical transformation—patients often experience a boost in self-confidence along with a more attractive body shape.
A body lift is designed to enhance the hips, waist, buttocks, and thighs may involve one or more treatments, including liposuction, a lower body lift, tummy tuck (abdominoplasty), thigh lift, arm lift, buttocks lift, and buttocks augmentation.
Am I a candidate?
Candidates for a body lift are individuals who are looking to lift, smooth, and reshape specific target areas on the body. Ideal candidates typically meet the following criteria:
- Have loose, sagging skin in areas such as the abdomen, thighs, hips, and buttocks
- Are in good overall health and able to undergo surgery
- Do not smoke or are willing to quit prior to surgery
- Have realistic expectations about the results
Many patients choose to pair body contouring with other procedures, such as breast enhancement or fat grafting, where fat removed via liposuction is used to add volume to areas like the face, lips, or buttocks. Multiple procedures can often be performed in a single operation for convenience. All body contouring procedures at Galardi | Bowen Plastic Surgery are performed at our AAAASF-certified surgery center in Virginia Beach, where you’ll receive expert care from our highly trained surgical team.
What can I expect during a body lift procedure?
During a body contouring procedure or body lift, your plastic surgeon combines several advanced techniques to achieve a sculpted, refined look. Liposuction is used to remove excess fat and reshape the body’s contours. For sagging or loose skin, excess skin is removed, and the underlying tissues are tightened and repositioned to create a smoother, lifted appearance. Surgery length can vary from 1 to 6 hours or more, depending on the complexity and number of areas being treated, as well as the patient’s overall health. Safety is always our top priority, and in some cases, procedures may be staged or grouped together for optimal results and recovery.
What can I expect from the results?
After a body lift procedure at Galardi | Bowen Plastic Surgery, patients can expect dramatic and long-lasting improvements to their body’s overall contour. Many patients report feeling more confident and comfortable in their clothing and everyday activities. While some swelling and bruising are normal immediately after surgery, the final results become more visible as the body heals over several months. With proper maintenance, including a stable weight and healthy lifestyle, the results of a body lift can be life-changing and provide long-term body satisfaction.
What is the recovery time for a body lift?
To minimize swelling and help your body adjust to its new contours, you’ll be fitted with a compression garment, which you’ll need to wear for about 2-4 weeks.
Recovery time varies depending on the procedure—liposuction recovery typically takes 5-7 days, while more extensive body lift surgeries may require up to two weeks. The results of body contouring are usually long-lasting, as long as a stable weight is maintained.
Request a body lift consultation in Virginia Beach
Ready to transform your silhouette and embrace a more confident you? At Galardi | Bowen Plastic Surgery, our expert team is here to help you achieve the body you’ve always dreamed of through our comprehensive body contouring and body lift procedures. Whether you’re looking to tighten, lift, or reshape, we tailor each treatment to meet your unique needs and goals.
Take the first step towards a revitalized appearance and enhanced self-esteem by scheduling a consultation today. Call us at 757-496-5556 or fill out the form below to book your appointment. Discover how our personalized approach to body contouring can make a lasting difference in your life!
