530 Stephenson Ave, Suite 300
Savannah, GA 31405
Phone: (912) 503-2738
Wednesday: 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
Friday: 9 a.m.–2 p.m.
740 E. General Stewart Way, Suite 210B
Hinesville, GA 31313
Phone: (912) 503-2738
Monday (alternating with Brunswick): 9 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
3226-F Hampton Avenue
Brunswick, GA 31520
Phone: (912) 503-2738
Monday (alternating with Hinesville): 9 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
350 Fording Island Road, Suite 202
Bluffton, SC 29910
Phone: (912) 503-2738
Tuesday, Thursday: 1 p.m.–5 p.m.
What Is a Body Lift?
A body lift, also called a circumferential body lift, lower body lift, belt lipectomy, around-the-world abdominoplasty, or 360 body lift, is a comprehensive plastic surgery procedure that lifts and reshapes the entire lower torso and midsection for a more balanced and contoured appearance. These procedures remove excess skin and pockets of fat from the abdomen (front-to-back), waist, buttocks, outer thighs, and flanks. Incisions are placed strategically around the waistline so the scar can be concealed by underwear or swimwear.
A fleur-de-lis abdominoplasty can achieve similar goals for certain patients, but it requires a large midline abdominal incision.
What Can a Body Lift Do for You?
A body lift targets areas such as the abdomen, hips, flanks, buttocks, and outer thighs. It tightens and lifts these regions in a single, comprehensive procedure.
A circumferential body lift typically includes:
- A tummy tuck to flatten and tighten the abdomen
- Removal of muffin top, flank fat, and love handles
- Lateral thigh lift for outer thigh contouring
- Butt lift with reshaping for a smoother, firmer appearance
- Sculpting of the waist for the smallest possible hourglass effect
Together, these refinements create a more sculpted, balanced silhouette, helping you fully enjoy the results of your weight loss and feel confident in your body again.
Why Choose Dr. Curtsinger for Your Body Lift?
Dr. Curtsinger’s research background in wound healing and abdominal wall blood supply informs every aspect of planning and performing circumferential body lift surgery, from incision design to tissue management. He leverages this vast knowledge to help patients optimize healing and minimize the risk of complications in one of plastic surgery’s most physiologically demanding procedures.
Because body lift surgery is a large-scale procedure, the breadth of tissue involved makes pain management and early mobility critical factors for a successful recovery. Dr. Curtsinger’s Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS) protocol, combining ultrasound-guided TAP blocks, EXPAREL® long-acting numbing medication, and non-narcotic perioperative medication optimization, are applied across the full scope of circumferential body lift surgery. The protocol targets discomfort at the source, supports patients in moving sooner, and meaningfully reduces the physical toll of a surgery that, without it, would demand a significantly longer and more difficult recovery.
“Understanding the blood supply and anatomy of the abdominal wall is what lets me design body lift surgeries that heal well. Combined with drainless techniques I’ve been using for over 12 years, patients move faster, feel better sooner, and heal with the kind of results they were hoping for.”
–Dr. Curtsinger
Body Lift Benefits
A body lift offers the following benefits:
- Removes excess, sagging skin
- Improves clothing fit and mobility
- Smooths and contours multiple lower body areas
- Boosts confidence after significant weight loss
This transformative procedure is often the final step in a patient’s weight loss journey. It restores proportion and helps patients feel more at home in their bodies.
Who Is a Good Candidate?
Candidates for body lift surgery are typically at a stable weight and in good general health. Many have experienced dramatic weight loss after bariatric surgery, medication, or lifestyle changes. If loose skin prevents you from fully enjoying your transformation, this procedure can help complete your journey.
Dr. Curtsinger will evaluate your anatomy, skin quality, and goals during a one-on-one consultation. He uses ShapeScale® 360 3D imaging to capture a 3D image of your body from front to back before surgery and compare it to your results after surgery.
Luke J. Curtsinger III, M.D.
Dr. Luke Curtsinger is a board-certified plastic surgeon with more than 30 years of focused experience in breast enhancement and body contouring surgery. He has performed well over 20,000 surgeries for patients from Savannah, Bluffton, Brunswick, Hinesville, and the surrounding area.
Meet Dr. Curtsinger
Drainless Surgical Technique
Dr. Curtsinger’s approach eliminates the need for postsurgical drains by using layered suturing to reduce fluid buildup. He has been using this technique for more than 12 years to make recovery more comfortable and reduce the risk of complications such as infection or seroma.
Recovery & Aftercare
Body lift recovery typically requires 2 to 3 weeks away from demanding activities. You’ll wear a compression garment to support healing tissues and minimize swelling. Walking is encouraged early to promote circulation, but you should avoid heavy lifting and vigorous exercise for several weeks. Results gradually improve as swelling subsides and the skin adjusts to its new position.
Schedule Your Consultation
Are you ready to learn more? Call our office today at (912) 503-2738 or request a consultation online to get started.
What Patients Are Saying
Our patients describe their experiences and life-changing results.
I cannot say enough wonderful things about my experience. From start to finish, my breast lift and augmentation went incredibly smoothly. My recovery was so much easier than I anticipated and didn’t need pain medication. Dr. Curtsinger and the entire staff were professional, attentive, and extremely...
Best decision I could have made, and my only regret is not doing it sooner! I truly cannot say enough good things about Dr. Curtsinger and his staff. From the first time I walked into the office for my consultation, everyone was so welcoming and made me feel comfortable. Dr. Curtsinger is incredibly...
I was treated so nicely by the staff and Dr. Curtsinger. No waiting and all my questions were answered.
Reviewed for clinical accuracy by Dr. Luke Curtsinger on September 22nd, 2026.