Lower Body Lift

Time, age, children, gravity. All can take a toll on your hips, thighs and lower back. A lower body lift, also known as a belt lipectomy, can help shave off the years and restore confidence — especially when combined with a tummy tuck, or abdominoplasty, to flatten and tighten your stomach in one incision.

What is a lower body lift?

A lower body lift is a plastic surgery technique that reshapes your abdomen, hips, thighs and buttocks. This procedure is ideal for patients who have lost a large amount of weight and have loose or sagging skin.

An incision is made in a belt-like pattern from lower abdomen around to the back region and the excess skin and fatty tissue is removed or repositioned for optimal shape. Overstretched skin is tightened around the body. This surgery is considered a major surgery and does involve a permanent scar, which generally can be concealed below underwear.

How much does a lower body lift cost?

A lipectomy is considered a cosmetic procedure and is not covered by insurance. Fee quotes are given at the time of consultation and range from $6,500 to $8,800 (depending on what additional procedures may be required). This includes the physician charge, facility fee, anesthesia fee, pre-operative visit, post-operative visits for up to three months, dressings and garments.