Are you considering a body lift in Highland Park to address loose skin and stubborn fat deposits? At Body By Bloch, we understand the desire to feel confident and comfortable in your own skin. Led by the experienced and empathetic board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Steven Bloch, our team is dedicated to providing exceptional care and delivering transformative body lift results. Dr. Bloch prioritizes understanding your unique goals and concerns, ensuring a personalized approach to your body lift journey.
Body Lift at a Glance
A body lift is a surgical procedure to remove excess skin and fat from the abdomen, hips, and lower back, raise the buttocks and outer thighs, and tighten the underlying muscles of the abdominal wall.
It is frequently combined with Liposuction, so you are also encouraged to also read our information on liposuction. A lower body lift is usually performed alone due to the length and extent of this procedure.
There are various body lift procedures, each targeting specific areas. Some common types include:
Addresses loose skin and excess fat in the abdomen, flanks, buttocks, and thighs.
Targets loose skin and excess fat on the back, flanks, and abdomen.
Tightens and removes excess skin from the upper arms.
Improves the appearance of the thighs by removing excess skin and fat. Dr. Bloch will discuss the most suitable body lift type for your desired outcome during your consultation.
With a body lift Highland Park patients should expect a circumferential incision in the waistband area. Liposuction is usually combined with this procedure to sculpt the hips, thighs, buttocks and abdomen. The excess skin is removed, the abdominal muscles are tightened, the buttocks are lifted and the saddlebags are significantly reduced.
The skin over the thighs, buttocks, hips and abdomen is significantly tightened; giving a result that cannot be achieved with any other surgical method. Advances in surgical techniques have reduced the length of surgical time and advances in post-op pain management allow the patient to be ambulatory within an hour of surgery.
A body lift is not a weight loss solution. Instead, it addresses specific concerns caused by significant weight loss, pregnancy, or aging, such as:
Our Highland Park body lift can be customized to target various areas, including:
During your consultation, Dr. Bloch will discuss your specific concerns and recommend the most appropriate body lift technique to achieve your desired outcome.
Body lift surgery offers several advantages:
Dr. Bloch prioritizes meticulous technique and personalized care to ensure your body lift results are both beautiful and long-lasting.
Like most of Dr. Bloch’s patients, needing a body lift can be because of several different reasons such as dramatic weight loss, multiple pregnancies or through the natural aging process.
Having dramatic weight loss achieved by either a surgical or through traditional methods can be a phenomenal life changing experience. We have found that most of our patients have found themselves with more energy, a greater quality of life through an improved self-confidence. Unfortunately, the excess sagging skin may also result from extreme weight loss. Through plastic surgery techniques, this problem can only be corrected, by removing the loose skin and restoring a more natural shape.
Many people invest a lot of time and effort into losing a large amount of weight are left disappointed and disillusioned after weight loss by the sagging skin. Fortunately, there are many ways to give certain areas of your body a much-needed lift. Dr. Bloch offers contouring procedures that will help you look your best after significant weight loss.
Multiple Pregnancies or Aging
Another reason for this procedure is when your skin has lost a lot of its elasticity either due to the natural aging process or multiple pregnancies, and liposuction in itself may not be enough to restore a more youthful shape.
After your surgery has been successfully performed, dressing or bandages are put on the incisions. The excess body fluid and blood that may collect inside the surgical sites is usually drained using thin tubes that are inserted in place after the surgery. Dr. Bloch will also provide specific instructions that you will need to follow in order to care for the surgical sites.
If your fitness & general health levels are good, it can be quite possible to return to work during your 2nd post-operative week of getting a lift, but this depends on your job description. We recommend that you do not lift more than 10 lbs for the first few weeks.
The results of a body lift can be long-lasting, especially with a healthy lifestyle that maintains a stable weight and good skin care practices. Maintaining good nutrition and regular exercise helps preserve your body lift results and promote overall health.
What Results Can I Expect?
A successful body lift can provide you with:
Remember, individual results may vary. During your consultation at Body By Bloch, Dr. Bloch will discuss your goals and provide a realistic picture of what you can expect from a body lift in Highland Park.
For many men and women in the Chicago Metro area, such as Lake Forest, Highland Park, Lincolnshire, Winnetka, Deerfield, North Shore, Glencoe, Wilmette, and the Glenview area, who are interested in getting a body lift, Dr. Bloch offers is a top choice. To schedule a consultation at Body by Bloch, call 847-432-0840 or contact us online.
As with any surgery, a body lift has potential risks, such as infection, bleeding, scarring, and complications related to anesthesia. During your consultation, Dr. Bloch will discuss these risks and ensure you understand the procedure thoroughly.
The cost of a body lift can vary depending on several factors, such as the complexity of the procedure, the type of body lift performed, and the surgeon's experience. Body By Bloch offers transparent pricing and financing options to help make your body lift goals a reality. Please contact us for a consultation to discuss the cost of treatment.
To prepare for a body lift Highland Park patients will likely be advised to:
Dr. Bloch will provide you with specific pre-operative instructions during your consultation.
