Body Contouring Surgery

Overview

Types of procedure options

There is a wide variety of body contouring procedures to choose from, each catering to specific aesthetic needs. Some of the most commonly performed body contouring procedures include:

Implants:

• Bicep and tricep implants offer a non-exercise solution for achieving well-toned arms. Silicone muscle implants can be customized to match individual considerations and body shape for natural results. The surgery typically takes 60 to 90 minutes and is performed on an outpatient basis. Incisions are often made in the armpits to minimize scarring.
• Butt implants enhance the shape of the buttocks, also known as buttock augmentation, with a small incision made along the midline of the buttocks to minimize scarring.
• Calf implants are a common plastic surgery treatment for individuals with skinny legs who struggle to develop toned, muscular calves. Made of silicone, calf implants are similar in composition to those used in silicone breast implantation.
• Breast implants are the most recognized and commonly used type of body implants. They can be made of saline or silicone and can be inserted in various ways to minimize scarring and maximize aesthetic value.

Lifting:

• Body lift includes various lift procedures performed to enhance the entire body rather than targeting a specific area. It can be divided into lower body lift and upper body lift, addressing different areas of the body.
• Arm lift eliminates excess skin and fat from the upper arms, creating a toned appearance.
• Bra-line back lift targets sagging back fat and can hide incision scars under bras and swimwear.
• Butt lift, also known as Brazilian Butt Lift, sculpts and lifts the buttocks by transferring fat from other areas of the body.
• Breast lifts improve the appearance of sagging breast tissue and are often part of mommy makeover treatments.
• Thigh lift addresses sagging skin on the inner and outer thighs for smoother and more contoured legs.

Shaping:

• Liposuction removes excess fat from specific areas of the body, such as the abdomen, thighs, hips, arms, and neck, to achieve a more defined and proportionate contour.
• Tummy Tuck (Abdominoplasty) targets the abdominal area by removing excess skin and fat while tightening the underlying muscles for a flatter and more toned abdomen.
• Abdominal etching is a plastic surgery treatment that targets the abdominal area with liposuction surgery, typically for men aiming for a “six-pack” appearance with a body fat percentage under 20%.

Non-Invasive: In addition to surgical options, there are minimally-invasive body contouring options like Coolsculpting, Thermage, and Zerona. These procedures use temperature, radio waves, and laser energy to rejuvenate specific body areas. Non-surgical procedures have gained popularity as they offer natural rejuvenation with no scarring. For instance, Zeltiq Coolsculpting is akin to liposuction without fat removal.

Cost of body contouring surgery

The average costs for various body contouring procedures are as follows:

Implants:

• Bicep and tricep implants: $5,000 – $12,000
• Butt implants: $7,000 to $10,000
• Calf implants: $4,500 to $8,000
• Breast implants: $4,500 to $15,000

Lifting:

• Body lift surgery: $15,000 to $30,000
• Bra-line back lift: $5,000 to $10,000
• Butt lift: $8,000 to $14,000
• Breast lift: $5,000 to $15,000
• Thigh lift: $5,000 to $10,000
• Arm lift: $5,000 to $8,000

Shaping:

• Abdominal etching: $4,500 to $8,000
• Liposuction: $2,000 to $7,500 per area
• Tummy tuck: $4,500 to $20,000

Non-Invasive: Non-surgical medical procedures can cost as little as $500 or up to $6,000 per treatment, on average.

Are you ready to take the next step? Find an experienced plastic surgeon near you.

To learn more about body contouring surgery, visit the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) website.

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