A body lift — the final step of your great transformation.
After massive weight loss the body is slimmer, but the skin often cannot recede to the same degree. A body lift is the most comprehensive form of body contouring and corrects the entire silhouette in a 360-degree modelling. Here Dr Saalabian and Dr Arafat combine surgical excellence with aesthetic design, to bring your new body into its final, firm form.
The final step of your great transformation deserves the highest precision.
At the Kuzbari Centre we regard the body lift as the “supreme discipline” of body contouring. It is not only about removing skin but about restoring the whole structure of your body — we bring the buttocks, hips, abdomen and outer thighs back to where they belong.
Body lift — key facts
| Surgeons | Dr Ali Saalabian, Dr Shawqi Arafat |
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| Operating time | 2.5 – 4 hours |
| Anaesthesia | General anaesthetic depending on the region and extent |
| Stay | 1 – 2 nights as an inpatient |
| Presentable again | after 1 – 2 weeks |
| Sport | after 4 – 8 weeks |
| Price | € 15.000 – 18.000 incl. planning, safety check, operation, anaesthesia & aftercare |
The all-round renewal of your silhouette.
You have achieved the impossible: through iron discipline, a change of diet or a bariatric procedure you have lost a great deal of weight. But while the scales show the weight you wanted, your reflection often reflects a different reality — what remains is a large-scale slackening of the tissue that hangs like a heavy coat around the midsection.
A body lift (often also called a lower body lift after Lockwood) is in that situation the most effective method for tightening the body contour all the way round in a single, comprehensive operation.
What exactly is a body lift?
A body lift is far more than a simple abdominoplasty. While an abdominoplasty corrects only the front, with a body lift we go for a 360-degree correction.
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The lower body lift
Lower body lift — the standard method after substantial weight loss. The incision runs once completely around the midsection, rather like the waistband of a pair of trousers. At the front a classic abdominoplasty including muscle tightening, at the sides a hip lift, at the back a lifting of the buttocks. The entire tissue of the lower half of the body is drawn upwards.
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Combination with liposuction
360° high definition — with a body lift in particular, stubborn fat deposits often remain. We frequently combine it with an extensive liposuction on the flanks and lower back. Removing that fat makes the tissue easier to mobilise — and the results do not look “flatly operated on” but naturally curved and athletic.
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The upper body lift
Upper body lift — in rarer cases the upper back and chest are affected as well. The lift is set at the level of the bra line or below the chest, in order to correct excess skin on the back and flanks.
„With a body lift it is not only about removing skin but about restoring the whole structure of the body.“
How body contouring works
From the first consultation, through the operation, to the final check, we accompany you personally.
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Consultation
The no-obligation consultation appointment lasts 30 – 60 minutes and costs €90. We get to know each other, listen to you and answer all your questions. We examine your problem areas, tell you what is genuinely possible and explain the advantages as well as the disadvantages of body contouring. You see before-and-after photos and learn how your procedure can work in detail.
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Operation
On the day of surgery you are carefully prepared and meet your whole treatment team. Then follow photo documentation of the treatment region, the conversation and marking with your surgeon, and the preparation in your own room. The procedure takes place in our state-of-the-art operating theatres under general anaesthetic. We use tissue-sparing techniques and multi-layered sutures, to minimise the tension on the scar.
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Recovery
After the procedure the healing phase begins — our team accompanies you step by step. Mild pain, swelling and bruising are normal, and you wear compression garments for several weeks. Light everyday activities are possible after a few days, and you can leave the centre on the day of the operation. At the check-up after a week we assess the course of healing and the result. Every body heals in its own way.
What you gain with us
Body contouring is a personal step. If you choose us, we take on the responsibility of accompanying you safely, professionally and with empathy — from the first consultation, through the operation, to the final check.
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Everything under one roof
From the consultation to the aftercare we look after you continuously at our centre.
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State-of-the-art surgical technique
Every operation is planned individually — with exact measurements and modern image analysis.
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The highest safety standards
Safety is a central concern in everything we do.
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A well-established surgical team
A specialised, well-established team accompanies your procedure.
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Personally reachable
We are personally at your side throughout the entire process.
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Quick appointments
From the first consultation to the operation things can move quickly with us if you wish.
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Payment in instalments
The cost can be spread over up to 60 months and paid in instalments.
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An aesthetic understanding
The centre has been known for its aesthetic understanding for many years.
What does body contouring cost?
This overview shows the costs of the most common body contouring procedures.
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Arm lift
€ 8.900 – 10.500
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Thigh lift
€ 10.500 – 12.800
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Abdominoplasty + lipo
€ 11.000 – 13.500
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Abdominoplasty with 360° abdomen/flank lipo
€ 14.000 – 15.000
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360° body lift + lipo
€ 15.000 – 18.000
Included in every “all-inclusive” price
- Every consultation appointment
- The surgical planning
- Procedure
- Aftercare and follow-up appointments
Our prices are “all-inclusive” prices. There are no hidden extras, and you are informed transparently about the whole process. With our instalment plan the cost can be spread over up to 5 years (60 months).
Frequently asked questions about the body lift
Who is a body lift suitable for?
Ideal for patients after a weight loss of 30, 50 or more kilos, for whom a simple lift is not enough.
Is a body lift dangerous?
It is a major operation, but in the hands of an experienced specialist and in a modern clinic like the Kuzbari Centre the risk is very well controllable.
How long will I be unable to work?
Allow at least 3 to 4 weeks for recovery. Physically demanding jobs require a 6-week break.
How long is the scar?
It runs once around the body, usually at the height at which briefs or swimming trunks sit.
Can I do sport again afterwards?
Yes, once fully healed (about 8 – 12 weeks) you are often more mobile than ever before, because the troublesome skin has gone.
When is the final result visible?
You see the first results immediately; the final body contouring is complete after about 6 to 12 months.
Are the buttocks really lifted in a body lift?
Yes, that is a main advantage. Tightening the lower back lifts the buttocks.
Can a body lift be combined with a breast lift?
It is possible, but we usually recommend splitting this into two separate sessions, to minimise the operating time and the healing risk.
How much weight will I lose through the operation?
It is not a weight-loss method, but several kilograms of pure excess skin are often removed.
Do I have to have drains?
Yes, several drains are usually placed and removed painlessly after a few days.
What happens if I put on weight again after the operation?
Small fluctuations are unproblematic, but a substantial gain would jeopardise the aesthetic result.
Do I have to have reached my target weight for the operation?
Yes, the weight should have been stable for at least 6 months.
How is the scar cared for?
We advise you on special scar creams, sun protection and massage techniques.
Are there financing options?
Yes, we offer payment in instalments over up to 60 months.
Who operates on you
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Dr Ali Saalabian
Specialist in Aesthetic, Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
One of the leading authorities in body contouring — he carries out hundreds of procedures a year exclusively in this field and trains surgeons worldwide in his own academy.
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Dr Shawqi Arafat
Specialist in Aesthetic, Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
Innovative, precise and full of dedication. With his international training and experience he brings beauty and naturalness together into an individually tailored treatment concept.
Book an appointment now
The no-obligation consultation appointment lasts 40 minutes and costs €90. A great deal happens at that appointment — which is why you should on no account miss the first consultation with us.
Secure your appointment now by phone on +43 1 358 28 18 or through our online appointment booking.
Our experts for liposuction
Dr Ali Saalabian
Specialist in Aesthetic, Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
Dr Shawqi Arafat
Specialist in Aesthetic, Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
