Overview

This procedure is a significant procedure often chosen to assist people who have lost a significant amount of weight, such as those who have undergone bariatric surgery, there is often a large excess of loose, sagging skin that doesn't tighten on its own. Such skin can detract from the aesthetic appearance of the weight loss and can be disappointing to a person who has worked hard to lose weight.

A lower body lift is a procedure that extends the tummy tuck incision completely around the lower torso. This allows re-suspension of the lateral and anterior thighs along with the traditional tummy tuck improvements. Given the substantial impact on the body of this procedure, it may be conducted in more than one operation. Many people find this procedure a key part of getting the cosmetic and lifestyle benefits they sought when losing large amounts of weight.

Expected Out of Pocket Expenses:
• Privately Insured $20 - 22,000
• No Insurance - not recommended - risk too high of expense extended hospital stay.
These ranges include the surgeon's fee, anaesthetist's fee, hospital stay and garment. You may also be eligible for the Government's 20% tax rebate on medical expenses above $2000 which will further reduce your total out of pocket expenses.
Procedure Performed: under General Anaesthetic in hospital
Hospital Stay: Up to ten nights stay
Recovery:
• Four weeks off work
• Garment for 6 weeks and bruising and swelling for four weeks
Medicare Rebate: Yes Medicare Item No. 30177, 30171

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