Achieve a firmer, more contoured lower body with a lower body lift at Bellevue Plastic Surgeons. Led by Dr. George Marosan, this procedure addresses sagging skin, excess fat, and loose tissues caused by aging, weight loss, or pregnancy. Using VASER-assisted liposuction or power-assisted liposuction (PAL), Dr. Marosan sculpts a smoother, more youthful silhouette tailored to your needs.
Overview
A lower body lift is a comprehensive surgical procedure that enhances the contours of your lower body by removing excess skin and tightening underlying tissues. If you’ve experienced significant weight loss, aging, or pregnancy, this procedure can address sagging skin, excess fat, and cellulite in areas such as your abdomen, thighs, buttocks, and hips. By incorporating advanced techniques like VASER-assisted or power-assisted liposuction (PAL), Dr. Marosan ensures a smoother, firmer, and more youthful appearance.
Benefits:
- Removes excess, sagging skin for a tighter appearance
- Improves body contours and enhances natural curves
- Reduces stubborn fat deposits with VASER or PAL techniques
- Addresses cellulite and skin irregularities
- Long-lasting results with proper post-surgery care and a healthy lifestyle
- Corrects skin laxity after significant weight loss or pregnancy
- Enhances clothing fit and overall body proportions
Surgical Techniques
VASER-Assisted Lower Body Lift
The VASER-assisted lower body lift utilizes ultrasonic energy to liquefy fat before removal. This method allows for precise fat removal while preserving surrounding tissues, leading to smoother contours and reduced bruising. Dr. Marosan uses VASER technology to sculpt and tighten the lower body, enhancing your natural curves and achieving a more defined, toned appearance. The VASER technique is particularly beneficial for areas with dense fat deposits, offering superior results with minimal trauma to the body
Power-Assisted Lower Body Lift
Power-assisted lower body lift (PAL) involves using a specialized cannula that vibrates rapidly to break up fat cells, making them easier to remove. This technique is highly effective in treating larger areas of excess fat and skin, allowing for more efficient fat removal. Dr. Marosan uses PAL to achieve a balanced, sculpted lower body, particularly in areas like the thighs, hips, and buttocks. The precision of power-assisted liposuction helps to minimize post-operative swelling and bruising, ensuring smoother, more natural results
Visualize Your Results
With Vectra 3D, you can visualize your potential results before undergoing a lower body lift. This advanced imaging system captures detailed, three-dimensional images of your body, allowing Dr. Marosan to show you various surgical outcomes tailored to your needs. During your consultation, you’ll “try on” different looks and see how the procedure can enhance your contours. This helps you make informed decisions, ensuring you’re confident and satisfied with your personalized surgical plan before moving forward.
During Surgery
During your lower body lift, you’ll first be administered anesthesia to ensure your comfort. Dr. Marosan will begin by making precise incisions along your lower abdomen, extending around your hips and possibly to your lower back, depending on the areas being treated.
Using VASER or power-assisted liposuction, he will remove excess fat and sculpt your contours. After fat removal, Dr. Marosan will lift and tighten the underlying tissues and trim away any excess skin. The incisions are then closed with sutures to minimize scarring.
After Surgery
After your lower body lift, you may experience swelling, bruising, and discomfort, which are normal side effects. Dr. Marosan will provide pain medications and post-operative instructions to help you through recovery.
You’ll need to wear a compression garment to reduce swelling and support your new contours. Most patients can return to light activities within 2-3 weeks, but strenuous workouts should be avoided for 4-6 weeks. As the swelling subsides, your results will gradually appear over several months.
Frequently Asked
Questions
Is a Lower Body Lift Right for Me?
A lower body lift is ideal if you have loose, sagging skin around your abdomen, thighs, buttocks, or hips, often due to significant weight loss, aging, or pregnancy. It’s important that you’re in good overall health and maintain a stable weight before considering this procedure. Dr. Marosan will evaluate your specific needs during a consultation to determine if you’re a good candidate.
How Long Does the Surgery Take?
A lower body lift typically takes 6-8 hours, depending on the extent of the procedure and the areas being treated. In some cases, the surgery may be done in stages for optimal results.
Will I Have Visible Scars?
Yes, scarring is an inevitable part of any surgery, including a lower body lift. However, Dr. Marosan places incisions in areas that can be concealed by clothing or underwear. With proper care, the scars will fade and become less noticeable over time. Dr. Marosan will provide guidance on scar management to help minimize their appearance.
When can I return to work?
Most patients can return to light work and daily activities within 2-3 weeks. However, if your job involves physical labor or extensive movement, you may need additional time off to recover fully.
Why Choose
Dr. Marosan?
- Dr. Marosan is a board-certified plastic surgeon with over 30 years of experience in complex body contouring procedures.
- He has advanced training in lower body lift techniques to address loose skin and improve body proportions after weight loss or aging.
- His results are natural, balanced, and tailored to enhance your overall silhouette.
- Dr. Marosan personally oversees your entire care process, from consultation through recovery.
- He is directly accessible 24/7 after surgery to answer questions and ensure your comfort.
- He holds staff privileges at Overlake Medical Center, providing added clinical support when needed.
- All procedures are performed under IV sedation, minimizing risks associated with general anesthesia.
- Surgery is done in our fully accredited, private on-site surgical suite for convenience and safety.
- We use a rapid recovery protocol to help reduce swelling, manage discomfort, and speed healing.
- Dr. Marosan is a member of ASPS, ASAPS, and ISAPS — organizations that accept only board-certified plastic surgeons.
