Body Lift Recovery Time | Los Angeles Plastic Surgery

By Gary Motykie, MD

Body Lift Recovery Time | Los Angeles Plastic Surgery | West Hollywood Sagging skin and tissue in the lower and upper body areas can be tightened to restore a younger looking figure with body lift plastic surgery.

Recovery is a vital aspect of the body lift surgery, and patients should have the commitment to go through the recovery process as per the surgeon’s guidelines. Instructions for recovery will be given by the surgeon or their staff during the initial consultation as well as after the body lift surgery is completed.

The length of recovery can differ between two patients depending on the extent of body lift surgery performed, the surgical techniques used by the surgeon, and the patient’s natural healing ability.

Some patients may undergo both upper and lower body lift, while others may only receive treatment in selective lower body areas. Accomplished, focused, and splendid cosmetic surgeon Dr. Gary Motykie provides body lift to patients in Beverly Hills, West Hollywood, Los Angeles, and surrounding locations.

First Week of Recovery

Following the body lift surgery, the incision sites will be wrapped in bandages, but the patient will most likely return home the same day of the surgery. The surgeon will place drain tubes under the skin in the incision areas, and the nursing staff will instruct the patient about emptying the drains and measuring the fluid until the first post-operative appointment.

Most patients will experience some pain and soreness in the incision sites in the first week after body lift plastic surgery. Prescription pain meds and antibiotics may be given in the first week. Bruising will rapidly subside after the first week, but swelling will take a longer time to resolve. The patient should sufficiently rest in the first week at home, but they should also perform light activities and take short walks in this period to maintain blood flow to incision sites.

First Month of Recovery

Most patients will be able to resume their normal routine or go back to their workplace in about 10 to 14 days after body lift. However, the exact period will vary according to the extent of surgery performed. The surgeon will instruct them to avoid strenuous exercises and activities for the first three to four weeks.

During the recovery period, the patient will be required to refrain from smoking as well as taking certain blood thinning medications and NSAIDs. The patient should be prepared to wear the compression garments as instructed by the patient in this phase to promote firming up of the skin and faster healing.

Long-term Recovery and Results

Following a successful body lift recovery, the patient can expect to enjoy improved body contours for many years. But body lift is not a substitute for a healthy diet or regular exercise. Major weight fluctuations can compromise the results of body lift. The patient should also not have plans for a near-term pregnancy after a body lift.

Post-operative appointments with the surgeon should be diligently followed. If at any time during recovery, the patient notices any abnormal side effects, they should contact the surgeon. Experienced cosmetic surgeon Dr. Motykie receives patients from Beverly Hills, West Hollywood, Los Angeles, and other suburbs and cities in this part of California for body lifts.

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