When is a Body Lift for Back Rolls Usually Done After Extreme Weight Loss?

Are there other surgeries or lifts that should be done before a body lift on the back? Why?

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UPPER BACK Body Lift for Back Rolls After Extreme Weight Loss

Great question. Body contouring after massiove weight loss is best done in stages not only to make recovery easy but to get a better accuracy in customized contouring of the individual patient. While a lot of the procedures could be done in long "mega" surgical sessions followed by prolonged down time and recovery, people often find the step-wise approach much easier. (Contrast the inconvenience of having your whole home renovated at one time VS renovation of the kitchen followed a... more

Lower Body Lifting?

Thank you for the question. Surgery to treat “back rolls" is usually done at the same time as tummy tuck surgery. This combination of procedures is commonly referred to as “lower body lifting”. This procedure can be done before or after other procedures that may be desired after weight loss. The lower body lift is a major operation best done when you are close to a long-term stable weight and when you are in the best physical... more