Would a lower body lift get rid of my back fat? (Photo)

Thank you for your question and picture.A lower body lift will help the lower back rolls and lower back fat pads and will 'connect' with your tummy-tuck incision.  You do get a buttock lift with this and possibly an augmentation by saving some of the 'to-be-discarded' tissue.  But it will not address much the upper back rolls (extension of breast rolls).  The upper back rolls can be helped to some extent with liposuction but there is a risk of saggy skin so a posterior torsoplasty might be an option.  The resulting scar is normally placed within the limits of the bra.All types of body lift are not common procedures performed by the averaged plastic surgeon so choose a plastic surgeon with experience in those rewarding but complex procedures.Let us know if my information was useful.Best regards,Dr. Marc DuPéré, Toronto aesthetic plastic surgeon

Hello,Thank you for your question and for sharing your photo.  The answer to the question depends on if you are concerned about your upper back rolls, lower back and hip fat or both.A LBL will address the lower back fat and skin and the scar is a continuation of your tummy tuck scar and generally sits at the top of your buttock.  The lift affects the lateral thigh, buttock and upper posterior thigh. While these areas appear smoother the buttock does flatten further unless augmented. An augmentation can often be accomplished using some of the tissue from the back that would normally be discarded.An upper body lift (UBL) will address the upper rolls and leaves a scar close to the bra line. It would have no affect on the lower part of the back. Combining and LBL and UBL would not be recommended as this would put too much tension on the healing incisions.  One possibility is a LBL with liposuction of the upper back.  This alone could greatly improve the back contour.  If you were unhappy after things heal you could always go back and have an UBL.The best way though to determine which procedures will help you reach your goals are with an in person exam and talk.  If you were happy with how your TT and BA turned out, I would suggest meeting with your same plastic surgeon to discuss your areas of concern and see what s/he would recommend. Best of Luck!Dr. Rednam

Based on your pictures I would recommend a back roll excision, not a body lift.  These scars are placed closer to your bra line.  Body lifts do not typically address this area.  They are better suited to improve the appearance of a sagging bottom and thighs.