Body Lift Surgery in Houston, TX

The consultation is the first step in determining whether a body lift is the right option for you. During this appointment, Dr. Bachilo will carefully evaluate your skin quality, fat distribution, areas of loose or sagging skin, overall health, and weight-loss history. She will also listen to your concerns and discuss the areas you would like to improve, such as the abdomen, waist, hips, buttocks, thighs, or back.

Patients who have experienced significant weight loss after bariatric surgery, gastric bypass, GLP-1–assisted weight loss, pregnancy, or lifestyle changes are often excellent candidates for body contouring surgery. The best results are typically achieved when patients are close to their goal weight and have maintained a stable weight for several months before surgery.

Dr. Bachilo will review the procedures that may be appropriate for your needs, whether that involves a lower body lift, belt lipectomy, thigh lift, back lift, or a more comprehensive treatment plan. Future pregnancies, ongoing weight changes, prior surgeries, scar placement, recovery expectations, and long-term goals will all be discussed so your surgical plan is designed around your body, lifestyle, and desired outcome.

A body lift is performed under general anesthesia and is customized based on the areas being treated, the amount of loose skin present, and each patient’s individual anatomy. Dr. Bachilo develops a surgical plan designed to improve contour, restore support to lax tissues, and create a more balanced transition between the abdomen, waist, hips, buttocks, and thighs.

During surgery, incisions are carefully planned and placed in areas that can be concealed by most clothing and swimwear whenever possible. Excess skin is removed, excess fat may be addressed when appropriate, and the underlying tissues are repositioned and secured to improve shape, support, and overall body proportion.

A lower body lift typically focuses on the abdomen, waist, flanks, hips, buttocks, and upper thighs. For patients with more extensive skin laxity after major weight loss, a more comprehensive body contouring plan may include additional procedures such as a thigh lift, back lift, arm lift, breast surgery, or staged treatment over time.

Dr. Bachilo uses deep internal sutures to help support the newly contoured tissues and promote long-lasting improvement. Surgical dressings and skin adhesive may be used to protect the incision sites, and temporary drains may be placed when needed to reduce fluid buildup during early healing.

The goal of body lift surgery is not simply to remove excess skin. It is to create smoother contours, improve comfort and clothing fit, and help patients feel more proportionate and confident in their new body shape.

Recovery after a body lift varies based on the extent of surgery, the number of areas treated, and whether additional procedures are performed at the same time. During the first several days, patients can expect swelling, bruising, tightness, and mild to moderate discomfort as the body begins to heal. Dr. Bachilo and her team provide detailed post-operative instructions, medications, and follow-up care to help manage discomfort and support a safe recovery.

Patients are typically asked to wear a compression garment to reduce swelling, support the newly contoured tissues, and promote proper healing. Surgical dressings may remain in place for a short time, and temporary drains may be used when needed to manage fluid buildup during the early stages of recovery.

Light walking is encouraged soon after surgery to support circulation and reduce the risk of complications. However, heavy lifting, bending, strenuous exercise, and lower-body workouts should be avoided until Dr. Bachilo clears you to gradually return to these activities. Many patients are able to resume light daily activities and desk work within several weeks, although full recovery and return to exercise may take longer.

As healing progresses, swelling steadily improves and the body’s new contours become more visible. Final results continue to refine over the following months as the tissues settle and scars mature. Throughout the recovery process, Dr. Bachilo’s team remains available to guide you, answer questions, and help you feel supported at every stage of healing.

Body lift surgery can be transformative for patients who are left with loose, sagging skin after significant weight loss, pregnancy, or age-related changes in skin elasticity. By removing excess skin and reshaping the underlying tissues, Dr. Bachilo can create smoother, firmer, and more proportionate lower-body contours.

Many patients notice visible improvement in the abdomen, waist, hips, buttocks, and thighs, along with a more balanced overall silhouette. Beyond the aesthetic changes, body lift surgery may also make clothing fit more comfortably, reduce skin irritation or rubbing, and make everyday movement and physical activity feel easier.

Results continue to improve as swelling resolves and the tissues settle into their new position. While the natural aging process, sun exposure, and future weight fluctuations can affect skin quality over time, maintaining a stable weight and healthy lifestyle can help preserve your results for many years.

Dr. Bachilo’s goal is to create a natural-looking result that feels consistent with your body, your lifestyle, and the transformation you have worked hard to achieve.