Body Lift in Irvine, CA

About Body Lift
Procedure Quick Facts


- Remove Excess, Hanging SkinA body lift eliminates the loose, redundant skin that can cause chafing, rashes, and self-consciousness after major weight loss. Smoother contours allow you to fully enjoy your slimmer figure.
- Improve Body Proportions and SymmetryBy tightening multiple areas in a single procedure, a body lift creates balanced proportions between the abdomen, waist, hips, buttocks, and thighs for a harmonious silhouette.
- Enhance Comfort and MobilityRemoving heavy folds of skin reduces irritation and makes physical activity, clothing choices, and personal hygiene easier and more comfortable.
- Boost Confidence After Weight LossCompleting your transformation with a body lift helps your outward appearance reflect your hard-earned health achievements, often leading to heightened self-esteem.
- Long-Lasting Results With Stable WeightOnce excess skin is removed, results can be permanent when you maintain a healthy lifestyle, letting you enjoy your new contours for years to come.
- Combine Areas for One Recovery PeriodTreating several regions at once minimizes the need for multiple surgeries, saving time and allowing you to reach your final result more efficiently.
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Beauty Inside-Out
We care for your inner wellness as much as your outer beauty. Every treatment is provided with warmth and exceptional care to help you feel confident and supported

Clear Expectations from the Start
Share your goals in detail before you even arrive using Adoreal's personalized assessment. Your specialist will understand exactly what you're hoping to achieve before your consultation begins, making your visit more focused and personal

Dedicated Follow-Up Support
Your care doesn't end when you leave our office. Our team provides personalized check-ins to monitor your results, answer any questions, and make sure you're completely satisfied with your outcome.

Precision & Artistry
Your treatment is performed by highly trained specialists
who understand facial anatomy at the deepest level. We combine technical precision with an artistic eye to enhance your natural beauty while keeping you looking like you
A Customized Approach to Body Procedures in Irvine & Ladera Ranch
No two weight-loss journeys are alike, and neither are our body lifts. Your surgeon considers your skin quality, remaining fat distribution, health history, and aesthetic vision to craft a surgical plan that delivers balanced, natural-looking contours.
Before your consultation, you can complete a brief personalized assessment from home, helping us understand your specific goals, concerns, and timeline. During your visit, we'll use advanced 3D imaging to show you a realistic preview of your potential results, giving you confidence and clarity in your decision.
Comprehensive, Compassionate Care
This personalized assessment ensures your consultation is tailored to your unique goals from the moment you walk in.

See Your Future Self
This personalized assessment ensures your consultation is tailored specifically to you, with no obligation. Your wellness journey, our commitment.
Comprehensive Consultation & Assessment
Your journey begins with a private consultation with Dr. Song or Dr. Benyamein. This visit is focused on understanding what changes you'd like to see and whether body lift surgery is the right solution for your concerns.
During your consultation, your surgeon will:
- Review your weight-loss history and current health
- Examine areas of excess skin and residual fat
- Discuss incision placement and possible staging
- Explain the recovery process and activity guidelines
- Answer questions about risks, scars, and outcomes
Together, you'll create a surgical plan tailored to your anatomy and lifestyle, with safety and realistic outcomes as the priority.
The Body Lift Procedure
You’ll arrive at our accredited surgical facility and receive general anesthesia to ensure you remain comfortable throughout the procedure.
During the procedure:
- Precise incisions are made along predetermined lines
- Excess skin and fat are carefully removed
- Underlying tissues are tightened and repositioned
- Incisions are closed with layered sutures and dressings applied
Compression garments and, if needed, surgical drains are placed to support healing before you are taken to recovery.
Body Lift Recovery Timeline
Recovery experiences vary, but most patients follow a similar general timeline.
Immediately after surgery
- You’ll wake in the recovery suite wearing compression garments. Standing and walking with assistance begin the same day.
First few days
- Manage discomfort with prescribed medication
- Empty and record output from drains
- Short, frequent walks to promote circulation
Weeks 1-2
- Drains typically removed within 7-10 days
- Gradual return to desk work if approved
- Continue wearing compression garments 24/7
Weeks 3-4
- Light cardio or stretching introduced
- Swelling and bruising noticeably decrease
You'll receive personalized post-operative instructions and follow-up appointments to monitor healing and address any concerns.
Your Body Lift Results
Body lift results are visible right away, though your torso and thighs will continue to change as swelling resolves and tissues settle.
Early results
- Contours appear smoother and skin folds are gone, but swelling and bruising may obscure final shape.
Following weeks
- Incisions mature, swelling declines, and definition improves, allowing clothing to fit more comfortably.
Final results
- By 6–12 months scars fade, skin tightens fully, and you can enjoy long-lasting, balanced body contours.
With proper care and a stable weight, body lift results can be long-lasting, helping you fully enjoy the benefits of your healthy lifestyle.
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Body Lift Results and Safety Considerations
Understanding how surgical technique, anatomy, and healing affect body lift results can help you set realistic expectations and feel confident in your decision.
Achieving Natural-Looking Results
Natural-looking results begin with a thorough understanding of your anatomy. By removing only the excess skin and strategically tightening underlying tissues, our surgeons create smooth transitions between treated and untreated areas. Liposuction may be used to blend contours and avoid abrupt changes.
Skin quality, elasticity, and existing stretch marks influence how the tissues respond. Your surgeon will explain what improvements are achievable for your unique circumstances and will design incisions that follow natural body lines to keep results as discreet as possible.
Realistic expectations are key. Swelling, firmness, and scar maturation all evolve over months, and final outcomes depend on consistent weight maintenance, scar care, and healthy lifestyle choices.
Where Are the Incisions?
- Incision placement depends on the areas addressed and can often be concealed beneath underwear or bathing suits.
Circumferential belt-line incision around the lower torso
Incisions are carefully planned to follow natural contours and are closed with precision to support proper healing and minimize long-term visibility.
Is Scarring a Concern?
All surgery creates scars, but our meticulous technique, layered closure, and postoperative scar care protocols help scars fade and flatten over time. Most patients feel the trade-off is well worth the improvement in contour.
Scar Healing Timeline
- As your body heals, scars will change gradually over time:
Weeks 1-2
Scars may appear red and slightly raised
Months 1-3
Scars typically soften and begin to flatten
Around 6 months
Noticeable fading often occurs
1-2 years
Scars may continue to lighten and become less noticeable
Following post-operative instructions and recommended scar care plays an important role in how scars mature.
Understanding Risks and Safety

Understanding Risks and Safety
Body lift surgery is generally safe when performed by an experienced plastic surgeon in an accredited surgical facility. However, as with any surgery, there are potential risks to be aware of.
Potential risks may include:
- Bleeding or hematoma
- Infection
- Poor wound healing or skin loss
- Seroma (fluid accumulation)
- Changes in skin sensation
- Asymmetry or contour irregularities
Your surgeon will review these risks with you in detail during your consultation and explain how they are minimized through careful planning, surgical technique, and follow-up care.
Reducing Your Risk
Your safety is a top priority at South Coast Plastic Surgery. Steps taken to support a safe body lift experience include:
- Thorough pre-operative evaluation
- Precise surgical planning tailored to your anatomy
- Surgery performed in a fully accredited facility
- Detailed post-operative instructions and follow-up care
By choosing an experienced surgical team and following recovery guidelines closely, most patients heal well and are satisfied with their body lift results.
The cost of your procedure will vary based on a variety of factors. During your consultation, your doctor will discuss your desired outcomes in detail and provide a fully transparent breakdown of all associated costs. Our practice helps patients achieve their aesthetic goals with a variety of financing options.
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4.8/5 stars for 334 reviews / 90% word-of-mouth referral rate / Over 15 years serving Orange County
Dr. Song performed my breast implant surgery nearly 10 yrs ago with the ideal breast implant. I've had no issues in this time. I live on the other side of the country now, but I would've loved to come back for removal, since I'm on an all natural journey. I hope to find someone who can take care of me, keep me safe, & assured during & after surgery as Dr. Song & his staff did.

Thank you Dr. Song. I’m 10 days post opp and am so happy with my experience with my mommy makeover! I can’t tell you how comfortable Dr. Song and his staff made me feel throughout this whole process. Surgery is a bit of a scary decision and sometimes I agonized about for years but I can promise you are in the best care with this team. I highly highly recommend them and am already so happy with my results !
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