Teaching Clinic for a lower body lift - Is this dangerous or is it still just as safe as going to a private practice?

From firsthand experience the best I can tell you is that the variations in outcome can be extreme.
I’ve seen inexperienced residence go at it without supervision. I’ve also seen Residents work with the world renowned plastic surgeons delivering amazing outcomes that are most likely far better than what the patient would get if they randomly chose someone in private practice.
It might be helpful If you could find out who the attending physician will be, and if they’ll be participating in surgery or simply signing off on the chart.
Generally speaking, I think it’s a pretty risky thing to do.
I suggest you explore all options.
Generally speaking patients should avoid looking for discounts when it comes to parachutes and plastic surgery.
Best,
Mats Hagstrom MD