LOWER BODY LIFT SURGERY | WEIGHT LOSS SURGERY
Massive weight loss can still leave many people feeling devastated
Body Lift Surgery often referred to as weight loss surgery is one of Dr. Jeremy Hunt’s (Plastic Surgeon, FRACS and MBBS) regular procedures.Dr. Jeremy Hunt’s qualifications, experience and accreditations make him a highly sought after Lower Body Lift plastic leading plastic surgeon to perform this procedure.
Ideally this procedure is for you if you have experienced massive weight loss of more than 40kg, 50kg and even more than 90kg of weight loss.
Massive weight loss can still leave many people feeling devastated as it often leaves people feeling trapped in the sagging skin that surrounds their bottom, thighs, hips and tummy. Thankfully, a lower body lift can tighten all of these areas in a single surgery.
He will work with you to find out what areas of your body are troubling or embarrassing you the most, whether it is the skin surrounding your arms, tummy or thighs. He will then put together a tailored weight loss surgery plan to achieve your goals with the minimum down time, maximum safety and best results possible.
A lower body lift can be combined with additional surgeries such as an adominoplasty (tummy tuck), upper arm and/or breast lift. Dr Jeremy Hunt can discuss these options with you during your personal consultation.
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Dr Jeremy Hunt is one of Australia’s leading specialist plastic surgeons. With over 15 years experience and thousands of happy patients, Dr Jeremy Hunt is the smart choice for your plastic surgery or non-surgical procedure.
Any surgical or invasive procedure carries risks. Before proceeding, you should seek a second opinion from an appropriately qualified health professional.
FAQs
Is it for me?
Answer:
If you’ve lost a dramatic amount of weight and been left with sagging skin in your lower body, you’re an ideal candidate for a lower body lift.
What's involved?
Answer:
A lower body lift is a complex surgical procedure, so you must ensure you choose only the very best, most experienced plastic surgeon.
Dr Hunt will perform your lower body at your chosen hospital, under a general anesthetic administered by one of his hand-selected anesthetists.
During the procedure, Dr Hunt will make a incisions around your waist, across your lower abdomen and down your thighs. He will trim any excess skin, tighten the muscles and remove all excess fat, before suturing your incisions closed with absorbable sutures.
In many cases, Dr Hunt will perform a tummy tuck at the same time as your lower body lift.
When can I go home?
Answer:
You will stay in hospital for five to seven nights following surgery. Once you are comfortable and able to get to and from a bathroom, you will be able to go home. Once home, you should limit your movements to around the house for a week or so.
Will I have to return for post-operative care?
Answer:
You’ll see Dr Hunt weekly for the first month after your surgery. As you progress, the time between visits will become longer.
How long will I be off work?
Answer:
You will need to be off work for around three weeks following your lower body lift surgery.
When can I resume my normal activities?
Answer:
It will take around three weeks for you to fully recover.
Your movements will be quite limited for the first 10 days after your surgery, and you’ll need to walk carefully. But as your skin gets used to its new position, you’ll regain your range of movement.
When will I see the end result?
Answer:
The effects of your lower body lift will be immediate, although it may take up to two months to appreciate then full benefits.
You will have some scarring on your abdomen and thighs, and it will take at least a year for the scars to mature and fade so that they are pale and discreet. Dr Hunt will explain where your scars will be before your surgery. He will do his very best to ensure they are not visible in your swimsuit or underwear.
