Significant weight loss, natural aging, or fluctuating body changes can leave you with loose skin and stubborn fat that no longer reflects how you feel inside. If sagging skin around your waist, hips, buttocks, or thighs is affecting your confidence, a lower body lift may help you reclaim a more balanced silhouette. At Quintessa, board-certified plastic surgeons Dr. Daniel Butz and Dr. Jake Thayer provide advanced lower body lift procedures to improve your overall contours.
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Eliminate Excess Skin and Refine Your Silhouette
A lower body lift is a comprehensive surgical procedure that tightens and reshapes the areas around your waist, hips, buttocks, and thighs. If you struggle with stretched, drooping skin or persistent fat deposits after weight loss, pregnancy, or aging, this procedure addresses those concerns by removing excess tissue and restoring smoother, more defined contours. A lower body lift focuses on the entire mid and lower torso to create a more proportional appearance.
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Best Candidates for a Lower Body Lift
The ideal candidates for a lower body lift are individuals who have loose or sagging skin due to significant weight changes, aging, or genetics. During your detailed consultation, our surgeons evaluate your goals, health history, and anatomy to determine if this procedure aligns with your needs.
You may be a suitable candidate if you have the following concerns:
- Excess skin around the waist
- Drooping skin on the hips and buttocks
- Loose tissue along the outer thighs
- Persistent fat pockets in the lower torso
- Stretched or misshapen lower body contours
Ideal Complementary Procedures
A lower body lift can reshape your mid and lower torso, but certain areas may still require focused attention for a truly balanced transformation. Your surgeon may recommend combining your procedure with other treatments that address remaining loose skin, stubborn fat, or contour irregularities.
Common complementary procedures include:
- Tummy tuck to tighten abdominal muscles and remove stretched skin along the midsection
- Outer thigh lift to elevate sagging tissues and smooth the lateral thigh contours
- Inner thigh lift to address loose, rubbing skin on the upper inner legs
- Panniculectomy to remove the apron of excess skin that hangs over the lower abdomen
- Liposuction to reduce localized fat pockets that persist despite healthy habits
Key Benefits and Expected Results
As your body heals and adjusts to its new contours, you can expect several meaningful improvements, including:
- Restoring smoother, firmer skin around the waist and hips
- Reducing excess tissue that causes sagging and chafing
- Improving definition in the buttocks and lower torso
- More balanced proportions throughout the mid and lower body
- Enhancing mobility and ease of clothing fit
- Long-lasting results when weight remains stable
Your Complete Lower Body Lift Experience
1. Consultation
During your consultation, you meet with a surgeon who takes time to understand your goals, concerns, and medical history. You discuss the areas that bother you, and an examination helps determine the extent of loose skin and tissue. You learn about your surgical options, expected results, and recovery timeline, allowing you to make an informed decision. By the end of this visit, you will gain clarity on whether a lower body lift aligns with your aesthetic goals.
2. Surgery
During the procedure, Dr. Butz or Dr. Thayer begins by marking the areas of excess skin and tissue to guide precise incisions. You are placed under anesthesia, and your surgeon carefully removes loose skin, tightens underlying tissues, and may use liposuction to refine stubborn fat deposits. The incisions are positioned strategically to improve contour while remaining discreet. Once the tissues are lifted and reshaped, the area is closed to support smooth healing.
3. Recovery
After your procedure, you can expect swelling, bruising, and soreness for a few days as your body adjusts. You must wear a compression garment to reduce swelling and support your new contours, and small drain tubes may be placed temporarily to remove excess fluid. You should plan to avoid strenuous activities, heavy lifting, and prolonged standing for a few weeks. Most people return to light activities within 10 to 14 days, but full healing takes longer.
Client Reviews
Thank you for helping me feel and look amazing.
“I have nothing but great things to say about Dr. Butz and the work he did on my body. I suffered from severe ab separation and hernias after having three children. Dr. Butz put me back together by doing a Tummy Tuck to correct and fix my abdomen…”
Tiffany K.
Milwaukee, WI
I love my results and would definitely recommend Dr. Butz.
“Dr. Butz and his staff are amazing. Someone was always available to answer my questions and talk me through my concerns. I was very nervous to have a mommy makeover (muscle and hernia repair, 360 lipo and tummy tuck) but I am so glad I did!..”
Jennifer H.
Mequon, WI
I would do it all over again tomorrow
“This was the best experience I could have imagined. The staff was so professional and made me feel so comfortable, from my consultation to my procedure. They really gained my trust and made me confident that I had made an excellent choice…”
Marie Y.
Delafield, WI
I couldn’t be happier with my results!
“Dr. Butz and his entire staff made the experience seamless from start to finish. From the very first consultation, I felt comfortable, informed, and confident in his expertise. His attention to detail, professionalism, and genuine care for his patients really stand out.”
Mackenzie W.
Brookfield, WI
My experience with Quintessa has been amazing
“The staff are always pleasant and welcoming, and they genuinely care about your specific concerns. They are very knowledgeable and helpful. If they don’t have the answer to a specific question you may have, they will go out of their way to find the answer for you…”
Andrea K.
Middleton, WI
Will never go anywhere else
“Staff at Sheboygan Quintessa is the BEST! Amazing customer service, attention to detail, well educated and skilled. Will never go anyplace else! Would not trust anyone else other than Quintessa!!”
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Milwaukee, WI
Lower Body Lift FAQs:
How Long Do the Results of a Lower Body Lift Last?
Your results are long-lasting, especially if you maintain a stable weight and a healthy lifestyle. Skin laxity may gradually return over time due to aging, but the improvements in contour are durable. Avoiding significant weight changes can help preserve your outcome.
Will You Have Visible Scars After a Lower Body Lift?
You will have scars, as this procedure requires extensive incisions. However, your surgeon places them in discreet areas or natural folds where they are easier to conceal under clothing. With proper scar care, they typically fade significantly over time.
How Soon Can You Return to Normal Activities?
Light activities may resume in about 2 weeks, but strenuous exercise, lifting, or extensive bending should be avoided for 4 to 6 weeks. Your surgeon will guide you on when it’s safe to progress, based on your body’s healing.
Can a Lower Body Lift Help After Major Weight Loss?
Yes. This procedure is commonly chosen by individuals who have lost significant weight and are left with stretched, hanging skin. It removes that excess tissue to reveal the slimmer contours you’ve worked hard to achieve.
Why Choose Quintessa for a Lower Body Lift?
Quintessa is committed to helping you feel confident in your body again through individualized, compassionate care. Board-certified plastic surgeons Dr. Daniel Butz and Dr. Jake Thayer use advanced techniques to tighten loose skin, refine your contours, and restore balance to the lower body. You receive attentive guidance at every step, from personalized planning to supportive recovery. If you’re ready to explore how a lower body lift can transform your silhouette, schedule your private consultation at Quintessa.
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