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John E. Gross, MD answers: Body lift - How long do results last?

How long does the "lift" from body lift surgery last?  I am 35, and I want to get a body lift, but I may wait if the results won't last well into my 40s or 50s.


John E. Gross, MD
2 months ago

 Patients with a history of massive weight loss who choose to have a body lift have a long lasting improvement and would likely always be better than if they had not had the surgery.  Obviously over time there is some relaxation of tissues.

A consultation with a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon experienced in this area can help you sort it out.  If after your consultation you find that you area good candidate, you may want to consider proceeding now and enjoying the results of your surgery and your new body shape and contour.

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A: Body Lift results can depend on your weight maintenance

Kevin Brenner, MD
23 days ago

Removing the skin and fat that remains after massive weight loss with a body lift is permanent. That is why you should have surgery once you reach your ideal, stable weight. Should you continue to lose weight after surgery, you may develop some new laxity and require a "touch-up" procedure years later.

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