Body lift surgery is an extensive operation, so you should expect a recovery period of 4-6 weeks. You will likely be on bed rest for the first 24 hours. On the second day, you may be advised to walk with assistance. Any drains to collect fluid will be removed after about a week. Your plastic surgeon will provide compression garments to aid in healing and promote skin contraction; these need to be worn for about 6 weeks.
Possible complications associated with this major surgery may include seroma, infection, delayed healing, scarring and DVT.
If you have lost a massive amount of weight through conventional methods or bariatric surgery, you are encouraged to learn more about body lift procedures by contacting us.