A body lift is a combination of abdominoplasty, liposuction, inner thigh, and buttock lifts.

Abdominoplasty can address excess abdominal tissue, liposuction can improve the contour of targeted areas if there is excess fatty tissue and the skin is tight.

Planning Your Surgery

The Consultation

Each patient must undergo a full medical and clinical exam to ensure that their weight has stabilized before proceeding with any plastic surgery procedure.

The patient’s wishes and expectations will be discussed and a comprehensive regime will be implemented to address all body areas requiring improvements. The patient will decide which area to address first guided by professional opinion.

Whether a person loses weight through diet and exercise or through bariatric surgery, there are a few obstacles that arise because of the weight loss. One of the most noticeable is the skin that remains after the weight is gone. When someone is overweight, the skin stretches to accommodate the increased volume of weight. After weight loss, the skin often fails to tighten and so it sags. The only way to tighten loose skin is through surgery.

After Surgery

You will have simple dressing covering the wound site.

A special garment may be required.

Your hospital stay will be between 1 and 4 nights.

Your discomfort will be moderate. Patients can anticipate 5-10 days of prescription pain medication.

Swelling is inevitable but improves over 2-6 weeks.

An appointment will be arranged for follow up in 7-10 days for removal of bandages and wound review. Stitches are resorbable and do not need to be removed.

Getting you back to work and normal activities

Depending on the complexity of the procedure, generally you will be able to go back to normal duties within 2-4 weeks.

Exercise may be resumed in 4-6 weeks.

The final result will be seen after the scars have matured. This occurs after approximately six months.

Treatment typically includes the lower abdomen, waist, hips, outer thighs, upper buttocks and flanks. Depending on need, the plan may also include thigh lift, buttock lift or other body‑contouring procedures as part of a comprehensive reshaping plan.

No. A body lift focuses on removing excess skin (and some fat) and tightening remaining tissue; liposuction mainly removes fat. If skin quality is poor, liposuction alone is often insufficient; a body lift may be recommended instead.

The duration depends on how extensive the procedure is. For a full body lift, surgery may take a few hours under general anaesthetic, and hospital stay of 1–2 nights is common. Recovery involves rest, limited activity for several weeks, wound care, and support from a carer in the first 1–2 weeks.

Once excess skin and fat are removed, that tissue is gone. Results can be long‑lasting if you maintain stable weight and healthy lifestyle. Natural ageing and new weight fluctuations may affect long‑term contour, but overall shape improvement tends to remain for many years.

No. Body lift surgery is not a weight-loss procedure. It is designed to remove excess skin and reshape the body after significant weight loss, not to reduce large amounts of fat or treat obesity.

Yes — a body lift often involves combining procedures (e.g. tummy tuck, thigh lift, buttock lift) in one or staged surgeries, depending on your needs and health.

You can usually return to light walking almost right away — gentle movement helps circulation and healing. Most surgeons recommend waiting at least 6 weeks before starting moderate exercise.

You can book a consultation at any time.

During consultation your surgeon will review your full medical history, examine the chest/abdominal area, and determine whether your case is suitable (e.g. assessing skin elasticity, tissue type, and general health).

Bring your referral letter with you. A medical and psychological history form will be filled out during your visit.

The cost of body lift Sydney depends on several factors, including the technique, surgeon’s expertise, and hospital fees. At Australia Plastic Surgery, we offer transparent pricing, flexible payment plans, and detailed consultations to help you make an informed decision.

Book your personalised body lift Sydney consultation today and take the first step towards a refreshed, confident you!

What Are The Risks Associated With This Procedure?

Plastic surgery, like any surgical procedure, carries inherent risks and potential complications.

Please read our Risks and Complications of Plastic Surgery page.

For additional information, please refer to our FAQ page.