A Guide to Body Lift Surgery - General Cosmetic Surgery Information That You Need to Know

A body lift is designed to lift up and tighten certain areas of the body, such as the abdomen, thigh, backside, and hips.

A surgeon will need to determine if the person is an ideal candidate for the body lift procedure. They will administer tests to check your overall general health. Also, the surgeon will advise you to stop taking certain medications and if the person is a smoker, they will need to stop way before the time of the surgery.

Another important issue regarding having the body lift surgery is the cost. There are three fees involved. They include the surgeon's fee, the hospital fee and the fee for the anesthesia. With these three items, plus other incidentals, the average cost for the entire body lift procedure can run anywhere from $9,000 to $25,000, and possibly more.

The entire cost will also depend on how experienced the cosmetic surgeon is. The more experience the surgeon have, the more costly it will be. In addition to that, being board-certified plays a part in the cost. This usually means that they are some of the best surgeons available for the body lift procedure.

In addition to that, the region that the person resides in also plays a part. For those that live in the Northeast and the West coasts, the cost will be higher because there is more demand for the procedure. The Midwest and Southern regions don't have that much demand for it.

During the procedure, any excess skin is removed. The tissue in the body is placed elsewhere so that the person has a younger looking body. The recovery time from this body lift procedure can vary.

For some people it can take a few weeks; for others it can take close to several months. It's important to listen and adhere to the surgeon's post-operative instructions. This can help to speed up the healing. It's not wise to move around a lot before it's time. If there are any complications, the person needs to see their surgeon or medical personnel immediately.




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