Lower Body Lift
Why do
Women Choose
Lower Body Lift
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After major weight loss, aging, or pregnancy, many patients are left with loose, sagging skin around the lower body that diet and exercise can’t fix. A lower body lift is a comprehensive procedure that removes excess skin and reshapes the abdomen, hips, buttocks, and outer thighs to restore smoother, firmer contours.
Common reasons patients choose a lower body lift include:
- Significant skin laxity after massive weight loss
- Sagging skin around the lower abdomen, flanks, and buttocks
- Discomfort or hygiene issues caused by hanging skin
- Poor fit or appearance in clothing due to loose tissue
- Wanting to complete their weight loss journey with skin removal
- Enhancing body contour in combination with other procedures
What to Expect (Procedure Overview)
At Selarom, a lower body lift is designed to meet your unique goals and anatomy. This is a transformative procedure that reshapes the entire lower torso and is often performed as part of a post-weight loss surgical plan.
Consultation & Planning
During your consultation, we evaluate your skin quality, fat distribution, and overall health. Dr. Schmelzer will discuss your goals and outline a surgical plan tailored to address the abdomen, flanks, buttocks, and thighs.
Surgery Day
The procedure is performed under general anesthesia in our fully accredited surgical suite. A circumferential incision is made around the lower torso to remove excess skin and fat, lift the buttocks and outer thighs, and flatten and contour the abdomen. The surgery typically lasts several hours and may require an overnight stay depending on the case.
Recovery
Patients usually go home the next day with compression garments and detailed aftercare instructions. Swelling, bruising, and tightness are expected in the first few weeks. Most patients return to light activity in 2–3 weeks and resume full activity in 6–8 weeks.
Your Safety, Always
We ensure you’re a strong candidate for this procedure and that your expectations align with what’s surgically and medically appropriate. Our team monitors your recovery closely and is available every step of the way.
Techniques & Customization Options
A lower body lift is not one-size-fits-all. At Selarom, we build each plan based on your unique proportions, lifestyle, and transformation goals.
Techniques We Offer:
- Extended Tummy Tuck – Part of the lower body lift to remove abdominal skin and tighten muscles
- Belt Lipectomy – Circumferential skin removal around the waistline and lower back
- Buttock Lift – Lifts and tightens sagging buttock tissue
- Outer Thigh Lift – Improves lateral thigh contour and skin tightness
Personalized Choices Include:
- Extent of correction – Based on how much skin and fat needs to be removed
- Combination planning – May be paired with upper body lifts, arm lifts, or breast procedures
- Scar positioning – Incisions are placed to be as discreet as possible, often hidden under clothing
- Fat vs. skin focus – Tailored depending on whether contouring or volume is the primary concern
Tailored Techniques
We approach every lower body lift with the same philosophy: strategic reshaping that enhances proportion and minimizes visible scarring. Because it’s a more extensive procedure, we prioritize both surgical precision and postoperative care.
Dr. Schmelzer will walk you through all the options and build a detailed, personalized plan to help you feel confident and proud of the progress you’ve made.
Your Experience
at Selarom
Choosing Selarom means choosing an elevated experience:
- Private, boutique setting with discreet care
- Board-certified plastic surgeon with decades of expertise
- State-of-the-art surgical techniques and materials
- Concierge-level pre- and post-operative support
Our patients come to us for world-class results — and stay with us for the level of care they can’t find elsewhere.
FAQs
Please click on any of questions below to view their answer!
Is a lower body lift the same as a tummy tuck?
Not exactly — while a tummy tuck focuses only on the front of the abdomen, a lower body lift includes the flanks, buttocks, and outer thighs for full circumferential reshaping.
Will I need to stay overnight after surgery?
Depending on the extent of the procedure, an overnight stay may be recommended. Some patients return home the same day if cleared by the surgical team.
How long will results last?
Results are long-lasting, especially when paired with a stable weight and healthy lifestyle. Skin will continue to age naturally, but excess tissue will not return.
Is this procedure only for post-weight loss patients?
Not at all. While common after massive weight loss, a lower body lift is also ideal for anyone dealing with sagging skin and tissue in the lower torso due to aging or pregnancy.
Meet Dr. Schmelzer
Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon
Welcome—
At Selarom Plastic Surgery, my focus is simple: to help you feel confident in your own skin. Whether you’re considering surgery or exploring non-surgical options, I believe in creating personalized treatment plans that align with your goals and your lifestyle.
With advanced training in craniofacial plastic surgery and years of experience in aesthetic procedures, I bring a careful balance of precision, innovation, and artistry to every case. I’m here to guide you through the process with honesty, care, and the kind of results that speak for themselves.
I look forward to meeting you and helping you achieve your goals—safely, beautifully, and with lasting confidence.
—Dr. Rodney Schmelzer
Book a Free Consultation
Dr. Schmelzer is dedicated to achieving the results his patients desire in the safest way possible. During a consultation, he will review all options, risks, and procedure steps in detail to ensure you feel completely comfortable with the process.
Dr. Schmelzer often performs other procedures in conjunction with breast implant exchange, such as liposuction or tummy tuck surgery, to provide an overall aesthetic improvement.
If you are interested in breast implant revision/exchange procedures, please schedule a consultation with Dr. Schmelzer by calling (801) 447-1073. If you prefer, we also have an online contact form available to fill out. We look forward to hearing from you!