Time and gravity affect the body as a whole, causing loss of tone, elasticity and skin wrinkling throughout the abdomen, thighs and buttocks. This is why many people seeking a tummy tuck may also need a thigh and buttock lift in order to achieve a more complete, balanced aesthetic result. This single operation can dramatically improve your overall appearance.
The ideal candidate is the individual who has undergone a significant amount of weight loss with excess skin along the lower abdomen and thighs and relaxed abdominal wall muscles. Often the procedure is also combined with liposuction to achieve even more balance between the torso and thighs.
The residual scar does go around the abdomen and back but it is placed very low on the abdomen and along the lower back just above the buttocks. For this reason it is very well hidden by most contemporary underwear and swim wear. Most people are not aware of this operation and only come to realize its potential during the initial consultation when we demonstrate the lift that can be achieved to the abdomen, buttocks and thighs.
Prior to surgery, a complete medical history is taken as well as a focused physical examination. We will discuss with the patient what can realistically be expected. Photographs will be taken before and after surgery. The type of anesthesia to be used, the procedure, and possible risks and complications are also discussed.
