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A body lift is the most effective procedure for patients with significant, sagging excess skin around the entire torso—including the abdomen, flanks, lower back, hips, and buttocks—most commonly after massive weight loss, bariatric surgery, or major changes in body shape. While a tummy tuck improves only the front of the abdomen, a body lift is designed to address 360° laxity, restoring smoother contours, lifting the lower body, and creating a firmer, more balanced silhouette.
With more than 15 years of dedicated experience in body contouring, Houston board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Ravi Somayazula understands when a patient’s goals require a full body lift rather than abdominoplasty alone. His expertise allows him to accurately assess skin quality, tissue laxity, and overall anatomy to recommend the most comprehensive, effective approach for long-lasting results.
At Body by Ravi Plastic Surgery & Aesthetics, your body lift is tailored to your unique needs and performed with a commitment to safety, precision, and natural-looking outcomes. Dr. Ravi’s advanced training and extensive experience ensure that your transformation is not only dramatic, but also harmonious and beautifully refined.
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For many patients, a body lift represents the final step in a life-changing weight loss journey. After losing a significant amount of weight, it’s common to feel discouraged when loose, heavy folds of skin hide your new shape, make clothing difficult to wear, and prevent you from fully enjoying the transformation you’ve worked so hard to achieve. This emotional burden can feel just as challenging as the physical one—which is why a body lift can be so empowering. Unlike a tummy tuck, which improves only the front of the abdomen, a body lift addresses 360° of excess skin around the abdomen, flanks, lower back, hips, and buttocks. The incision is placed low around the entire torso, typically hidden along the underwear or swimsuit line. This approach allows Dr. Ravi not only to tighten the abdomen, but also to lift the buttocks, smooth the sides, and redefine the overall contour of the lower body.
To achieve the most sculpted and natural-looking results, Dr. Ravi combines surgical skin removal with strategic liposuction, ensuring that both skin and underlying fat are treated harmoniously. In certain cases, additional areas such as the thighs or upper arms may be addressed during the same surgery day for a more complete transformation. With over 15 years of specialized experience in body contouring, Dr. Ravi has refined his approach to create balanced, natural 360° results with exceptional precision and an emphasis on safety and aesthetic harmony. His advanced multimodal pain management protocol allows for significantly less discomfort, earlier mobility, and reduced reliance on narcotics, supporting a smoother and more confident recovery. Throughout every step of this process, our top priorities remain your safety, comfort, and confidence—so you can finally experience the toned, refined shape that reflects your hard work and dedication.
Dr. Ravi Somayazula is a Harvard-trained Houston plastic surgeon and the founder of Body by Ravi Plastic Surgery and Aesthetics. Dr. Ravi has extensive experience in the full range of cosmetic breast and body procedures, including breast augmentation, tummy tuck, and other body contouring techniques such as liposuction.
Dr. Ravi is board-certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) and the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS). His education includes specialized training at Brigham and Women’s Hospital at Harvard Medical School, as well as Lahey Hospital & Medical Center, where he completed his Fellowship in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery.
Bringing a patient-centered practice to Houston, body lift expert, Dr. Ravi is known for taking his time with each client patient, getting to know their needs and lifestyle before creating an individualized treatment plan.
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“I applaud all men and women who have worked hard to lose substantial amounts of weight for both health and aesthetic reasons. Unfortunately, they are often left with significant excess skin that causes more embarrassment and unhappiness. Understanding proper anatomy to artistically remove the excess skin to remodel the body is key to helping patients regain their confidence.”
– Dr. Ravi Somayazula
Male and female patients seek a body lift when significant weight loss leaves behind loose, heavy skin around the entire torso—skin that cannot be tightened with exercise, diet, or a tummy tuck alone. This procedure is chosen to:
For many patients, a body lift is not just a cosmetic procedure—it is the moment they finally feel at home in their new body. With over 15 years of dedicated experience in body contouring, Dr. Ravi Somayazula creates comprehensive, natural, and balanced 360° results using advanced skin removal and liposuction techniques. His meticulous approach helps patients achieve a firmer, smoother, more proportionate silhouette that truly reflects their hard-earned transformation.
A body lift, also known as a circumferential abdominoplasty, is uniquely powerful because it improves every angle of the midsection at once. With his advanced body-contouring expertise, Dr. Ravi skillfully removes a continuous belt of loose skin and underlying fat from around the entire torso. This comprehensive approach allows him to lift and tighten the:
By addressing all of these areas in a single, carefully planned procedure, Dr. Ravi creates a smoother, firmer, and more proportionate silhouette—one that looks balanced and sculpted from every viewpoint. This 360° improvement is what produces the elegant, defined S-curve shape many patients are seeking after massive weight loss. The ability to treat the front, sides, and back simultaneously is what sets a body lift apart from a tummy tuck, and it’s why patients with circumferential skin laxity achieve far more dramatic and harmonious results with this procedure.
When needed, liposuction is incorporated to refine contouring even further, smoothing transitions and enhancing the overall shape. Dr. Ravi may also repair diastasis recti (muscle separation) during the same surgery to restore core strength and abdominal support. During your consultation, Dr. Ravi will carefully evaluate your anatomy and goals to determine the best combination of techniques to deliver a beautifully tailored, 360° transformation.
Deciding whether you need a body lift, a tummy tuck, a gluteoplasty, or a combination approach is not always straightforward. That’s why your consultation with Dr. Ravi Somayazula is such a critical part of the process. With over 15 years of dedicated expertise in breast and body contouring, Dr. Ravi has the highly trained eye required to determine which procedure will truly deliver the results you’re looking for.
During your consultation, Dr. Ravi performs a detailed evaluation of your skin quality, degree of laxity, fat distribution, muscle integrity (including diastasis recti), and overall body proportions. He considers not only the front of the abdomen, but your entire 360° silhouette, ensuring that any recommended treatment complements your natural shape from every angle.
Some patients may achieve their goals with an abdominoplasty alone. Others may benefit more from a gluteoplasty, thigh lift, fat transfer (BBL), or targeted liposuction. And for those with significant circumferential skin laxity, a body lift may be the most effective, transformative option. Dr. Ravi’s expertise lies in knowing the difference and guiding you toward the procedure that will give you the most balanced, harmonious, and long-lasting outcome.
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This is a collaborative, educational process designed to empower you. Dr. Ravi’s goal is to ensure you feel informed, confident, and completely supported as you make decisions about your body and your transformation.
Your body lift journey at Body by Ravi Plastic Surgery & Aesthetics is designed to be smooth, supportive, and deeply personalized from the very first step. It begins with a comprehensive consultation with Dr. Ravi Somayazula, where he takes the time to understand your goals, review your weight loss history, and evaluate the full 360° of your midsection. During this visit, he determines whether a body lift—or another contouring procedure such as a tummy tuck, gluteoplasty, or targeted liposuction—will best achieve your desired outcome.
Once your surgical plan is finalized, our team guides you through the scheduling process, including obtaining any necessary medical clearances, lab work, or imaging to ensure you are fully prepared for surgery. Prior to your procedure, you’ll return for a thorough pre-operative appointment, where we review every detail of your surgery day, your recovery timeline, pain management instructions, and how to optimize healing at home.
Your surgery is performed as an outpatient procedure in Dr. Ravi’s private, nationally accredited QuadA surgical suite, built to exceed the highest standards of safety, sterility, and comfort. Here, you benefit from a controlled, specialized environment where Dr. Ravi and his carefully selected surgical team operate with the precision and focus necessary for a transformational 360° contouring procedure.
From the moment you decide to move forward to the day you walk into the operating suite, every aspect of your experience is structured to help you feel confident, prepared, and completely supported.
Recovery from a body lift is often one of the biggest concerns patients have—but with Dr. Ravi’s Enhanced Pain Protocol, most are genuinely surprised by how comfortable and manageable the process feels. Many patients share that their fear of pain was far worse than the reality, and that their recovery was much easier than expected. Dr. Ravi’s Enhanced Pain Protocol is specifically designed to keep you comfortable, mobile, and safe from the moment surgery is complete:
Most patients schedule 2 weeks away from work, depending on their job, and avoid strenuous exercise or heavy lifting for at least 6 weeks. Throughout your recovery, Dr. Ravi provides detailed, personalized instructions along with a structured follow-up schedule to monitor your healing and ensure everything is progressing exactly as it should. You’ll wear compression garments for several weeks to support your new contours, reduce swelling, and help the skin settle smoothly. Our team guides you through every step—from incision care and positioning to mobility recommendations, scar therapy, and the timeline for gradually resuming normal activities.
With Dr. Ravi’s Enhanced Pain Protocol, meticulous surgical technique, and attentive post-operative care, your recovery becomes a predictable, supportive experience—one that allows you to heal with confidence, comfort, and peace of mind.
You’ll notice a visible improvement in your shape immediately after surgery, as excess skin is removed and the lower body is lifted and tightened. Over the following weeks, swelling gradually decreases, allowing your new contours—including a more defined waistline, smoother hips, and a firmer buttock and lower back area—to become increasingly visible. Final results typically develop between 6 and 12 months, as your body fully heals and your scars continue to mature.
To support the most beautiful, long-lasting outcome possible, Dr. Ravi provides a comprehensive scar-management protocol, including medical-grade silicone therapy, topical treatments, and guidance on sun protection. When appropriate, patients may also benefit from post-operative treatments such as lymphatic massage, microneedling, RF or laser modalities, or additional skin-quality treatments offered through RISE Med Spa to optimize healing and maintain smooth, refined contours.
Many patients describe their body lift as life-changing—not only because of the dramatic improvement in silhouette, but because of the renewed comfort, confidence, and freedom they experience in clothing, exercise, and daily life. Your results are designed to be both transformational and long-lasting, reflecting the hard work you’ve already invested in your health and body.
Body lift pricing can vary widely—and it’s one of the first things many patients notice when comparing surgeons. What matters most, however, is what your investment includes. At Body by Ravi Plastic Surgery & Aesthetics, you’re not simply paying for a procedure—you’re investing in the expertise, safety, and meticulous care that make your transformation exceptional.
With over 15 years of experience and more than 15,000 procedures performed, Dr. Ravi brings a level of technical mastery and surgical judgment that cannot be replicated. His specialization in post–weight-loss body contouring is a rare and highly refined skill set that directly impacts your safety, your healing, and the long-term quality of your results.
Your investment also reflects the many intangible elements that define our practice:
This level of experience, environment, and patient-centered service is not something all surgeons offer—or even prioritize. But for a complex, transformative procedure like a body lift, these are the elements that make your journey safer, smoother, and truly life-changing.
During your consultation, our team will provide a personalized, transparent quote and review financing options so you can move forward confidently. Above all, we are with you every step of the way, ensuring your experience is as exceptional as your final result.
A full body lift typically takes 4–6 hours, depending on the number of areas treated.
Body lift surgery is performed under general anesthesia for maximum comfort and safety.
Yes, provided you maintain a stable body weight and a healthy lifestyle.
Absolutely. Many patients opt to combine a body lift with a thigh lift or liposuction for comprehensive body contouring.
Scars fade significantly within 12–18 months and are strategically placed to be hidden by underwear or swimwear.
Dr. Ravi Somayazula and Dr. Swapna Gopathi are Board-Certified Physicians who use a patient-centered approach and spend as much time as needed to make each patient feel special and respected—not just another person walking through the door. As a team, a one-of-a-kind treatment plan is created to address concerns from head to toe with the latest surgical and non-surgical techniques, including: Breast Augmentation (Implants), Tummy Tucks, Liposuction, Mommy Makeovers, miraDry®, Botox®, Dermal Fillers, and AVÉLI ® Cellulite treatment. Working side-by-side, Dr. Ravi and Dr. Gopathi strive to create a long-lasting relationship with each patient, meeting any new aesthetic needs as they arise. Together, the staff at Body by Ravi Plastic Surgery and Aesthetics take each patient step-by-step through their cosmetic journey to achieve the desired aesthetic results.
