There are always risks involved in any surgical procedure. These can include infection, bleeding, scarring, adverse reactions to anesthesia, dissatisfaction with the outcome, or more. It is very important, therefore, to discuss all of this with Dr. Keyes during your consultation, as he will give you all the information so you can make an informed decision about whether a body lift is right for you. Not everyone is a good candidate for a body lift, and we will never recommend a surgical procedure to a patient who may not be right for it. It is always important to choose a skilled and experienced surgeon, like Dr. Keyes, who knows what they are doing and has a great track record with clients, who leave feeling satisfied with their results.
Some of the more common side effects of a body lift include the following:
- Anesthesia risks
- Fluid accumulation
- Infection
- Numbness or other changes in skin sensation
- Pain, which may persist
These reactions are mostly normal and should heal on their own if you do experience them, however, if you notice any long lasting complications, please contact Celebrity Plastics.
Other uncommon and rare side effects can include:
- Asymmetries
- Bleeding (hematoma)
- Deep vein thrombosis, cardiac and pulmonary complications
- Fatty tissue under the skin might die (fat necrosis)
- Persistent swelling in the legs
- Poor wound healing
- Possible need for revisionary surgery
- Recurrent looseness of skin
- Skin discoloration and/or prolonged swelling
- Skin loss
- Sutures may spontaneously surface through the skin, become visible or produce irritation and require removal
- Unfavorable scarring
While Dr. Keyes will meet with you frequently to observe your recovery, if you notice any of the aforementioned conditions, please call us immediately.