Body contouring describes a group of procedures designed to remove excess skin and fat. One disappointment that can occur after successful massive weight loss is the residual excess skin in the abdomen, thighs, and buttocks. There is no exercise program or non-invasive procedure that provides the results that these surgeries can.
Bodylifts were designed to allow removal of excess skin and fat from the abdomen, outer thigh and buttock in one operative setting. This provides rejuvenation of the trunk in one stage, avoiding multiple procedures. The results can be life changing, and that is one of the reasons Dr. Flint enjoys performing this procedure. If you have lost weight and are frustrated with the excess skin that is left behind, it is time for a consultation with Dr. Flint.
Removal of excess skin and fat from the abdominal wall, outer thighs and buttocks using an incision that courses low across the abdomen and continues above the buttocks, and across the lower back.
Body Lifts are designed to improve the overall shape of the abdomen, thighs, and buttocks. Excess fat and skin are removed and the underlying muscles of the abdominal wall are tightened resulting in a flat abdomen. This procedure is often combined with liposuction of other areas.
Dr. Flint will meet with you to determine what your goals are. She will examine you and discuss the procedure at length. All of your questions will be answered. You will be allowed to review some of Dr. Flint's work via pre and post-operative photos. You will be provided with information regarding fees and given an opportunity to select a date for your surgery if you so desire.
The procedure takes between three and four hours depending on the size of the patient. A general anesthesia is given. The patient is kept over one to two nights in the recovery care center and is then allowed to return home. Discomfort is controlled with pain pills and muscle relaxants. Drainage tubes are in place for approximately five days and are removed in the office. You will be allowed to shower two days after the drainage tubes are removed. No lifting is allowed for six weeks. Most people return to work after two weeks. Swelling may persist for four to eight weeks. The results are generally very dramatic and satisfying.
If you're considering a Body Lift and live in the Scottsdale or Mesa area, you should take the next step and schedule a consultation with board certified female plastic surgeon Dr. Patti Flint.
Convenient Phoenix locations:
Scottsdale Office
7301 E. Second St., Suite 200
Scottsdale, Arizona 85251
Ph: (480) 945-3300
Fax: (480) 945-3388
Mesa Office
1520 S. Dobson, Suite 218
Mesa, Arizona 85202
Ph: (480) 945-3300
Fax: (480) 945-3388
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Board certified female plastic surgeon Dr. Patti Flint specializes in breast augmentation in Scottsdale and Mesa Arizona. She also performs a number cosmetic surgery procedures for the body, breast, face and skin including facelift, liposuction, breast reduction, tummytuck and a number of skin rejuvenation procedures.
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