Upper Body Lift
At a Glance
- Recovery: 2-3 Weeks
- Cost: View Pricing
- Anesthesia: General
- In-Op Length: 4-5 Hours
The upper body lift can be an important part of your weight loss journey, especially if you’re left with stubborn fat and excess skin. Feeling confident in your new body is our goal, and we’ll create the right customized body contouring procedure for you.
Upper Body Lift in Albany, NY
Weight loss can be a huge undertaking, and it’s extremely rewarding to reach your goal weight. It can be difficult, though, to be left with excess skin flaps that affect your newfound confidence. There are both medical and cosmetic reasons to remove stretched skin, so partnering with a board-certified plastic surgeon is your best first step.
An upper body lift addresses areas such as the arms, upper back, bra area, and breasts with a combination of procedures. These surgical procedures can lift stretched tissue and remove excess skin to improve the contour and balance of the upper body. The upper body lift can be performed alone, or combined with other contouring procedures like the lower body lift or tummy tuck for full-body transformation.
Dr. Kayastha is one of the leading body contouring surgeons in the Albany area and can work with you on your journey toward a more confident you. Our team will take time to understand your goals and help you achieve the body you’ve been working toward so you can enjoy a great experience at K Plastic Surgery.
Who is a Candidate for Upper Body Lift?
Patients who experience pockets of stubborn fat and excess tissue in areas like the bra line and upper back can benefit from an upper-body lift. Patients often decide to have an upper body lift after dramatic weight loss to retighten skin and tissue. Like other surgical contouring procedures, the upper body lift is not meant to replace weight loss and should only be explored once a healthy weight has been reached and maintained. You should maintain your goal weight for at least six months before opting for a procedure.
Customize Your Upper Body Lift
You’ll discuss your goals with Dr. Kayastha and select the right procedures for you from some of our most popular options:
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Preparing for Upper Body Lift in Albany, NY
Our team will provide detailed instructions to follow before your surgery date, including stopping certain medications, arranging for transportation, setting up for recovery, filling prescriptions, and fasting before your surgery. If you have any questions, make sure to reach out to our team at 518-674-9060 or fill out our online contact form.
Recovery from Upper Body Lift
You can expect to take about 2-3 weeks of recovery and downtime after your surgery. You’ll be instructed not to do any heavy lifting, so make sure to enlist help around your home for children or pet care. You’ll experience the most swelling and pain in the first few days after surgery, but this can be managed with prescribed medications. Make sure to take these according to instructions so you can rest and recover. You’ll be instructed to wear compression garments over your surgical sites to manage the swelling and help the skin adhere to the new contours. You’ll follow up with Dr. Kayastha and our team to check your progress and help you understand when you can return to your normal schedule.
Upper Body Lift Results
It can be about six months or longer for residual swelling to go away and your final results to show, but the result is a more toned and contoured look to the upper body. The most important step in your upper body lift journey is maintaining your results by living a healthy and active lifestyle to help prevent any future weight gain. You can enjoy your upper body lift results for the long term with the help of a board-certified plastic surgeon.
Schedule a Consultation
The upper body lift is one of the most effective ways to love your new body after massive weight loss. To get started, contact K Plastic Surgery and schedule your consultation with Dr. Kayastha. Give us a call at 518-674-9060 or fill out our online contact form to get started.
Dr. Kayastha is a board certified plastic surgeon who serves Albany, NY and the entire Capital Region. Dr. Kayastha completed his undergraduate studies at Cornell University and graduated with distinction in all subjects. He then attended medical school at SUNY Buffalo. During his time in Buffalo he also completed a fellowship in surgical pathology at Roswell Park. Following medical school Dr. Kayastha gained a much sought after position in the Michigan State-Grand Rapids integrated plastic surgery residency. After finishing residency training Dr. Kayastha completed a one year fellowship in hand and microsurgery at the Buncke Clinic in San Francisco. To round out his training before starting private practice Dr. Kayastha spent an additional 6 months learning from some of the best cosmetic surgeons in San Francisco. Dr. Kayastha is Board Certified in Plastic Surgery by the American Board of Plastic Surgery.
