Question:

Are body lifts only for people who have lost a lot of weight?  I would like a body lift but not for that reason.  I am older, 74 years old, and the skin is quite loose around my thighs and waist.  Is a body lift available to me? 

Answer:

Yes, a body lift is available to you provided that there are no medical contraindications to surgery.  At 74 years old, I would want to make absolutely sure that you have no cardiac (meaning heart) or pulmonary (meaning lung) problems. 

The biggest risk from this procedure would be complications from anesthesia and I would require a pre-operative clearance by your regular physician to assure me that your heart and lungs are in good condition.  Other than that, that is exactly what a body lift is for.  It is for removing excess skin of the lower abdomen, upper abdomen and inner and outer thighs. 

Posted by:  Dr. Siporin