FAQs

I can’t say enough good things about Dr. Gupta and his team. As a healthcare worker, I strongly feel that, when looking for a good surgeon, you should always ask the surgical nurses who to go to. The nurses I work with all said that Dr. Gupta would be their first choice for a plastic surgeon.

— Verve Patient

What conditions can be improved with body lift?

Dimpled or uneven soft tissue
Lax, loose skin
Excess fat and tissue
Sagging body contours
Stretch marks
Abdominal bulge
Back rolls
Extra hanging thighs and lower buttock
Flat appearance of upper part of the buttock

What are some of the complications associated with a body lift?

Some of the possible risks of a body lift include, but are not limited to, bleeding, infection, fluid accumulation, delayed or poor healing, skin loss, blood clots, excessive or widened scars, numbness and other changes in skin sensation and irregular or asymmetric contour or scars. In addition, any surgery carries risks associated with anesthesia.

When can I return to work?

Most patients return to work 6-week recovery after their surgery. It will depend on the requirements of your job. If you have a physically demanding jobs, 6 week recovery is recommended.

When can I start driving?

Most patients start driving around 4 weeks post op.

When can I start exercising?

You will begin walking immediately after surgery to prevent blood clot formation. We recommend keeping activity light for 6 weeks – limited to walking and gentle activities. 8 weeks post op you will be able to return to your regular exercise routine.

Is there a weight requirement?

No. However there is a BMI requirement of less than 35. This is in order to reduce your risk of complications and ensure you have a safe recovery. Enter your height and weight below to calculate your current BMI.

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