Butt Lift

A Buttock Lift procedure is an excellent way to correct the sagging skin and droopiness of your buttocks.  Through weight loss and aging your skin looses elasticity causing your buttocks to drop.  The best candidates are patients who have excess skin on their buttocks and the back of their upper thighs.  By removing excess tissue, tightening and lifting your skin through surgery, our physicians are able to restore the youthful perkiness, enhancing your figure.

FAQ:

Q:  How long does the procedure take?

A:  Every situation is unique, but generally Buttock Lift surgery is about 2-3 hours long depending on individual circumstances and how extensive the procedure is.

Q:  Will it be performed under local or general anesthesia?

A:  General Anesthesia.

Q:  How long will I be out of work?

A:  Patients may return to work in 1 week depending on job duties.

Q:  What should I expect after my procedure?

A:  Patients will experience temporary swelling, bruising, numbness and discomfort. 

Q:  Do I need special testing prior to my procedure?

A:  Testing is dependent on the patient’s health history and age.  Testing is ordered for every patient.

Q:  Will this be covered by insurance?

A:  No.

Q:  When can I start exercising after my procedure?

A:  Light, normal activity can be resumed within 2-3 weeks following surgery.

Q:  Where will I be having my surgery?

A:   DuPage Medical Group has a fully accredited ambulatory surgery center located in Lombard, IL.  Patients also have the option of having surgery at select local hospitals. 

Q:  How much does surgery cost?

A:  Every situation is unique and the cost of surgery depends on several factors.  The duration of the procedure varies on how extensive the surgery is.  The duration will then determine the price of anesthesia and how long the surgical facility will be scheduled for.  In order to provide the most accurate surgical fee estimate, it is necessary to meet with one of our board certified physicians for a consultation.