Will I Lose Weight After a Lower Body Lift?
Lower body lifts are on the rise. Once mainly a procedure for patients who had lost weight after bariatric surgery, many new patients are starting to give this procedure a closer look.
If you’re struggling with extra skin, a lower body lift could be the right choice. But you may wonder whether it can help you lose some extra weight. In today’s blog, respected body contouring surgery specialist Dr. Joshua Greenwald provides clarity for patients in Harrison, NYC, Westchester County, and Fairfield County.
Lower Body Lift = Weight Loss?
A lower body lift is a contouring surgery in which Dr. Greenwald removes excess skin and tightens weakened tissues in the belly, thighs, and buttocks.
The surgery can create a streamlined, slimmed-down appearance because it eliminates a significant amount of excess skin. That removed skin may weigh anywhere from a few pounds up to 10 or even 20 pounds, depending on the patient and situation.
So, it’s true that you’ll lose some weight with a lower body lift, but that’s not the goal of the surgery.
Many patients who schedule a lower body lift have already lost a significant amount of weight and are struggling with extra folds of skin that won’t bounce back.
Other patients who have a lower body lift do so because their skin was affected by pregnancy or the passage of time, leaving them with loose folds that don’t improve with diet and exercise.
Benefits Beyond the Scale
While the removal of excess skin and tissue may cause a small reduction in pounds, the real impact of a lower body lift is the dramatic improvement in shape, tone, and comfort.
- Clothes fit better
- Silhouette looks more proportionate
- Improved confidence
- Improved mobility, especially for people after massive weight loss
- Improved physical comfort
The true benefits of a lower body lift go far beyond numbers on the scale.
These improvements can motivate patients to maintain healthy habits, but the surgery itself is not a substitute for diet and exercise.
Dr. Greenwald’s Approach to Lower Body Lift
Revision or combination surgeries can be complex, which is why it is important to choose an experienced surgeon. Dr. Greenwald has built his reputation on achieving natural-looking, safe results while helping patients set realistic expectations. He often combines a lower body lift with liposuction or other contouring techniques to create balanced results.
Lower Body Lift in Harrison & NYC
To learn more about a lower body lift, schedule a consultation with Dr. Joshua Greenwald. Call the Harrison office at (914) 421-0113 or the NYC office at (212) 518-1642 today.
Dr. Joshua Greenwald is a board-certified plastic surgeon in New York City who studied and trained at prestigious educational institutions including Columbia University, Emory University, and New York University School of Medicine. His keen aesthetic eye and refined surgical techniques have led him to be a top choice for cosmetic face, breast, and body procedures in NYC. His exceptional patient care has earned him the distinction of “Top Doc” by both Westchester Magazine and Castle & Connolly for over 10 years running. Dr. Greenwald is an active member of the American Board of Plastic Surgery, the American Medical Association, and the Westchester County Medical Society.