Redefine Your Shape with a Body Lift in Jacksonville, FL

Restoring Firmness and Contour After Weight Loss

A body lift is a comprehensive contouring procedure designed to remove excess skin, tighten underlying tissue, and restore smooth, balanced body contours — especially after significant weight loss, aging, or pregnancy.



At our Jacksonville, FL plastic surgery practice, our board-certified surgeons perform lower, circumferential, and posterior body lifts to help patients achieve lasting improvements in tone, proportion, and comfort. Each procedure is customized to your body’s needs and aesthetic goals, restoring both physical and emotional confidence.

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Understanding Body Lift Surgery

A body lift focuses on tightening and reshaping multiple areas of the lower body to enhance overall contour and balance. The specific approach depends on your anatomy, goals, and areas of concern.

Types of Body Lifts

  • Lower Body Lift: Addresses the abdomen, flanks, buttocks, and outer thighs for a smoother, firmer appearance.
  • Circumferential Body Lift: Encircles the midsection to lift and tighten the abdomen, back, buttocks, and thighs for a 360° rejuvenation.
  • Posterior Body Lift: Focuses on the lower back and buttocks, improving contour and firmness in the posterior region.

Benefits of a Body Lift

  • Removes loose, hanging skin after weight loss or pregnancy
  • Tightens and lifts the abdomen, thighs, and buttocks
  • Improves body proportion and symmetry
  • Enhances skin tone and firmness

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Ideal Candidates for Body Lift Surgery

Body lift surgery is best suited for individuals seeking to restore body shape and skin tightness after significant weight fluctuations or aging.

You may be an ideal candidate if you:

  • Have loose or sagging skin around the abdomen, flanks, or thighs
  • Have achieved a stable, healthy weight after weight loss
  • Experience discomfort or hygiene issues due to excess skin
  • Are in good overall health and maintain realistic expectations
  • Are a non-smoker or willing to stop before and after surgery
  • Want to improve your body’s overall tone and balance

Preparing for Your body lift Journey

What to Expect with Surgery

A body lift is typically performed under general anesthesia and can take four to six hours, depending on the areas being treated.

During your procedure:

  • Incisions are strategically placed to remove excess skin and fat
  • Underlying tissues are tightened to restore structure and support
  • Skin is repositioned to create a smooth, firm contour
  • Incisions are closed carefully to minimize scarring

Your surgeon will customize the approach based on your anatomy and desired outcomes, ensuring balanced and natural-looking results.

Recovery and Results

Recovery time varies depending on the extent of your procedure, but most patients return to light activity within two weeks. Swelling and mild soreness are normal and subside gradually over the following weeks.

Typical recovery timeline:

  • Light walking: within a few days
  • Return to work: 2–3 weeks (depending on your job)
  • Resume exercise: 6–8 weeks (after clearance)



Results are visible as swelling decreases, revealing smoother, tighter contours. Scars continue to fade over time, and maintaining a stable weight helps preserve your new shape for years to come.

Frequently Asked Questions

Here are some common questions about Body Lift to help you understand the procedure better.

  • Is a body lift the same as a tummy tuck?

    No. A tummy tuck focuses only on the abdomen, while a body lift addresses the abdomen, flanks, buttocks, and thighs for more comprehensive results.

  • How long do body lift results last?

    Results are long-lasting when paired with a stable weight, healthy diet, and active lifestyle.

  • Can a body lift be combined with other procedures?

    Yes. Many patients combine a body lift with arm lift or breast procedures for complete body contouring after major weight loss.

  • Will I have visible scars?

    Scars are placed strategically and typically fade over time. Most patients find them well worth the overall improvement in contour and comfort.