If you’ve lost a significant amount of weight and are left with sagging skin or a flat backside, a posterior body lift with Dr. Michael Cohen at the Plastic Surgery Center of Hampton Roads might be the final step in your transformation. This specialized procedure lifts and reshapes using your own tissue: no implants needed.
Lift Your Buttocks Using the Lower Back Tissue
A posterior body lift is a surgical procedure that lifts and reshapes the buttocks and lower back without implants or fat transfer. Meant for patients who’ve lost a significant amount of weight, this technique removes excess skin and uses your lower back tissue to restore natural volume and contour. Dr. Cohen performs this procedure to help you feel more confident in your skin and achieve a smooth, balanced silhouette that reflects your hard-earned transformation.
Posterior Body Lift Treats:
- Sagging or loose skin on the lower back and upper buttocks
- Flattened or deflated buttock appearance after weight loss
- Lack of volume in the buttocks without sufficient donor fat
- Skin folds or discomfort from excess tissue
- Imbalance or loss of contour in the waist-to-hip area
Posterior Body Lift vs. BBL
While both procedures aim to enhance the shape of your backside, they work very differently. A Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL) uses fat transfer from other areas of your body, which requires enough donor fat and comes with certain recovery restrictions.
A posterior body lift is ideal for post-weight loss patients with limited fat. It uses your own lower back tissue to lift and reshape the buttocks, offering a more natural-looking result without implants or exaggerated volume.
Advantages of Posterior Body Lift:
- No implants or fat transfer required
- Ideal for patients with limited donor fat
- Lifts and reshapes using your own tissue
- Improves the contour of the lower back and buttocks
- Creates natural-looking, proportionate results
- Complete transformation after weight loss
- Scars are easily hidden under clothing
- Shorter recovery time than BBL
Posterior Body Lift
Before & After
*Each patient is unique, and individual results may vary.
Am I a Candidate for a Posterior Body Lift?
You may be a great candidate if you’ve lost a significant amount of weight and are left with sagging skin, a flattened buttock shape, or limited fat for a BBL. This procedure is ideal for individuals seeking a natural lift without implants. The best way to know for sure? Schedule a personalized consultation with Dr. Cohen at the Plastic Surgery Center of Hampton Roads. We’ll help you explore your options and create a treatment plan that fits your goals.
The ideal candidates for a posterior body lift include:
- Individuals who have lost a significant amount of weight
- Patients with sagging or loose skin on the lower back and buttocks
- Those with a flat or deflated buttock appearance
- People who do not have enough fat for a Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL)
- Individuals looking for natural results without implants
- Patients in good overall health with realistic expectations
- Non-smokers or those willing to stop smoking before surgery
Posterior Body Lift Surgery in Hampton Roads
Your posterior body lift begins with a careful surgical plan tailored to your body and goals. Dr. Cohen will mark the area across your lower back where excess skin and tissue will be removed. Once you’re under anesthesia, an incision is made low across the back, strategically placed so it can be easily concealed under underwear or swimwear.
Rather than relying on implants or fat transfer, Dr. Cohen uses your tissue to sculpt a lifted contour. The loose skin is trimmed, and the remaining tissue is repositioned to restore volume and projection in the upper buttock area.
This technique not only improves your backside but also enhances the shape of your lower back and flanks for a balanced silhouette.
After reshaping, the incisions are closed with meticulous suturing to minimize scarring. You’ll be fitted with a compression garment to support healing and reduce swelling. The procedure provides natural-looking results and helps you complete your transformation.
Posterior Body Lift FAQs
How is this different from a Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL)?
Unlike a BBL, which relies on transferring fat from other parts of the body into the buttocks, the posterior body lift uses tissue already present in the lower back. It’s an ideal option for patients who don’t have enough donor fat for a BBL or who want to avoid the risks and recovery associated with fat transfer or implants. Dr. Cohen’s approach offers a more predictable and natural enhancement, especially for weight loss patients.
Where are the scars placed?
Scars are typically positioned low on the back, near or along the top of the buttocks. This placement allows Dr. Cohen to lift the buttocks and contour the lower back while keeping scars easily hidden under underwear or swimwear. Most patients find the tradeoff is well worth it for the improvement in shape and silhouette.
What can I expect in terms of volume or shape?
This procedure doesn’t add exaggerated volume like a BBL might. Instead, it restores fullness and lift using the tissue that’s already there, offering a more natural, proportionate shape. Many patients find the result to be more aligned with their body goals following weight loss or aging-related changes.
What is the recovery like?
Patients typically take 1-2 weeks off work, depending on the nature of your job. Jobs that are physically demanding will require more time off (up to 6 weeks). Unlike a BBL (fat injections), a posterior body lift does not preclude you from sitting on your buttocks. You may wear a compression garment to support healing. Full recovery takes several weeks, but most patients are back to light activity within 1-2 weeks and more normal routines by 4-6 weeks.
Request Your Appointment Today
Plastic Surgery Center of Hampton Roads is where artistry, surgical expertise, and compassionate care come together to help you feel your absolute best. Led by board-certified surgeons like Dr. Cohen, our team specializes in procedures that help you feel confident in your skin, especially after weight loss. We recommend scheduling a consultation with Dr. Cohen to discuss your goals and determine if this procedure is right for you. This consultation will allow him to assess your individual needs and create a personalized treatment plan.