WHAT IS A BODY LIFT?
If you have lost weight, you probably feel very proud of yourself — and you should! However, you may be left with excess skin that still leaves you feeling a little uncomfortable in your skin. If so, you may benefit from a body lift at Chua Plastic Surgery. Plastic surgeon Dr. Charleston Chua performs this surgery to help men and women eliminate excess fat and skin around the body. It can also help improve cellulite and other skin irregularities caused by excess skin. For more information, contact our Las Vegas, NV office today.
HOW IS A BODY LIFT PERFORMED?
At Chua Plastic Surgery, we will design your treatment plan based on your particular needs and desires. The length of your surgery will depend on what you're having treated, but typically, they can last anywhere between 4 – 7 hours. Generally, most of our patients like to address the abdomen, butt, groin, and thighs. To start, we will provide general anesthesia to keep you comfortable during your procedure. We will make an incision based on your treatment area. Typically, we try to keep the incisions as small and hidden as we can. From there, we will tighten and lift the skin in the needed areas. In some cases, liposuction and a body lift are combined to achieve the correct results. Some patients benefit from auto-augmentation, which uses a patient's tissue to create a lifted appearance. From there, we will close the incision and apply dressings and/or bandages as necessary to get your healing process started. You may have thin tubes placed under the skin temporarily to help with excess fluid. Dr. Chua or a member of the team will give you thorough instructions on how to care for your treatment site(s), as well as prescription medications to reduce the risk of infection and keep you comfortable during recovery. While you will notice results right away, you'll notice even greater results as your swelling goes down, which typically takes around six weeks.
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BODY LIFT FAQ
How much does a body lift cost?
Your cost for a body lift will depend on what's included in your treatment. During your initial consultation, Dr. Chua will create your surgical treatment plan to fit your concerns. Once this is determined, he can then estimate costs, including fees for the facility, anesthesia, pre-and post-surgical care, and more. In order for you to concentrate on getting great results from a trusted plastic surgeon, like Dr. Chua, we take several payments, including low-interest financing.
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Can I use insurance to pay for my body lift?
Health insurance, on the whole, will not cover the costs of cosmetic surgery. However, policies do vary and may cover you if excess skin is deemed a medical problem. If you are planning to submit a claim to your health insurance, please let Dr. Chua know during your initial consultation. He can give you the needed information and paperwork to complete your insurance claim.
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What will be included in my body lift?
Typical body parts that are a part of a body are the stomach, buttocks, thighs, neck, arms, and breasts. In your consultation, Dr. Chua will understand your needs and concerns before completing an examination of your body. When this is complete, he can give you his recommendations for what needs to be part of your surgery.
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When should I get my body lift?
When you have lost a significant amount of weight, excess skin will become more obvious, and it is usually around this time that you should schedule a consultation at Chua Plastic Surgery. In this consultation, Dr. Chua will listen to your goals, examine you, and discuss with you what areas should be included in your treatment plan. Before scheduling this procedure, you need to be at or near a healthy, stable weight.
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What will my recovery be like after surgery?
The length of your recovery will vary depending on how many areas you are addressing during your body lift. If you are having several areas treated, you should plan more time for your recovery. In your initial consultation, Dr. Chua will talk to you about what you can expect during your recovery and tips to make you more comfortable. Appointments for follow-up exams at Chua Plastic Surgery should be scheduled so Dr. Chua can monitor your healing.
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