If you’ve recently lost a significant amount of weight or struggle with loose skin around your midsection, thighs, or buttocks, you may be considering a lower body lift. This comprehensive contouring surgery removes excess skin, tightens tissues, and restores smoother, more youthful curves across multiple areas at once. Patients often describe it as the “finishing touch” after major weight loss, giving them the confidence to truly enjoy their results.
So, is a lower body lift worth it? Benefits of a lower body lift include improved body shape, increased comfort, enhanced confidence, better mobility, and long-lasting results. With these advantages, many patients find that the investment in a lower body lift pays off not only in appearance but also in overall quality of life.
What Is a Lower Body Lift?
A lower body lift, sometimes referred to as a belt lipectomy, is a surgical procedure that targets excess skin and sagging tissue around the abdomen, hips, buttocks, and outer thighs. Unlike a tummy tuck, which focuses solely on the abdomen, a lower body lift addresses the entire midsection, providing circumferential improvement. In some cases, liposuction is also used to remove isolated fat deposits and improve contour.
Dr. Dev ManiSundaram, a board-certified plastic surgeon in Jackson, MS, uses advanced techniques to carefully remove excess skin and tighten underlying structures. His patient-centered approach ensures each procedure is tailored to your body type and goals, creating natural-looking, lasting results.
5 Benefits of a Lower Body Lift
1. Dramatic Improvement in Body Contour
After weight loss, skin often doesn’t “snap back” the way patients hope. A lower body lift removes this excess skin, reshaping the waistline, flattening the abdomen, and lifting the buttocks and thighs. The result is a smoother, more proportionate silhouette that reflects your hard work.
2. Increased Comfort in Daily Life
Excess skin can lead to irritation, rashes, or discomfort when wearing fitted clothing or exercising. By eliminating this skin, patients often find it easier to move, dress, and stay active without discomfort. Many describe the procedure as liberating, both physically and emotionally.
3. Boosted Confidence and Self-Esteem
A body lift doesn’t just have to change how you look; it should also help you feel better about yourself. Patients often report standing taller, wearing clothes they never thought they could, and feeling more confident in social and professional settings.
4. Better Mobility and Posture
By tightening abdominal muscles and removing heavy, sagging tissue, a lower body lift can improve posture and balance. Many patients experience more freedom in physical activities, from walking and running to yoga and strength training.
5. Long-Lasting Results
When combined with a stable weight and healthy lifestyle, the results of a lower body lift can last for years. Dr. Mani uses meticulous surgical techniques to minimize scarring and maximize the longevity of your new contours.
Who Is a Good Candidate for a Lower Body Lift?
A lower body lift is ideal for individuals who:
- Have significant skin laxity in the abdomen, thighs, buttocks, or hips.
- Have achieved and maintained a stable weight after weight loss surgery or lifestyle changes.
- Are in good general health and free from conditions that could interfere with healing.
- Have realistic expectations about what surgery can achieve.
If you’re still in the process of losing weight, Dr. Mani may recommend waiting until you’ve reached your goal for the best long-term results.
What to Expect During a Lower Body Lift
Lower Body Lift Consultation
Your journey begins with a one-on-one consultation with Dr. Mani. He takes time to understand your goals, reviews your areas of concern in front of a mirror, and explains the procedure in clear, simplified language. He also shows intra-operative photos to help you understand what will happen during surgery.
Lower Body Lift Surgery
Performed under general anesthesia at Dr. Mani’s private, AAAHC-accredited surgical center, a lower body lift involves making a circumferential incision around the waistline. Excess skin and fat are removed, underlying tissues are tightened, and the remaining skin is re-draped for a smoother, firmer appearance.
Lower Body Lift Recovery
Dr. Mani personally checks on his patients the day after surgery and provides his personal cell phone number so you’re never without support. Most patients wear a compression garment to aid healing and reduce swelling. Light walking begins right away, while full recovery generally takes 6 to 8 weeks.
Why Choose Dr. Dev ManiSundaram for Your Lower Body Lift?
Choosing the right surgeon makes all the difference. Dr. Mani is a board-certified plastic surgeon with extensive experience in body contouring after weight loss, including tummy tucks, lower body lifts, and thigh lifts. His approach is defined by honesty, precision, and a deeply personal touch.
Patients choose Dr. Mani because he:
- Performs all consultations personally, so you’ll never be handed off to a nurse or assistant.
- Simplifies complex details using mirrors, diagrams, and photos so you understand every step.
- Builds realistic expectations by telling patients when they might benefit from waiting or combining procedures.
- Provides hands-on care, checking on patients the very next day and staying directly available through his personal phone number.
- Delivers natural, long-lasting results through advanced techniques like auto-augmentation, which enhances buttock shape without implants.
This combination of surgical expertise and compassionate care makes Dr. Mani a trusted choice for patients seeking transformative body contouring in Jackson, MS, and beyond.
Schedule Your Consultation in Jackson, MS
If you’re ready to take the next step toward a smoother, more sculpted body, schedule your consultation with Dr. Mani today. Our office is conveniently located in Flowood, MS, and we proudly serve patients from Starkville, Cleveland, Brookhaven, Hattiesburg, Madison County, Rankin County, and Hinds County. Call our office or contact us online to start your journey with one of Jackson’s most trusted plastic surgeons.