A body lift helps lift and tighten loose, excess skin to improve the overall shape of the body. Body lifts can address excess skin of the upper back or lower body both anteriorly and posteriorly. Areas often improved include: upper and lower back, abdomen, buttocks, hips and upper thighs. Upper body lift on the back uses and incision that is hidden within the bikini/bra line. In a lower body lift, the abdomen and lower back/buttocks are often addressed at the same time. Incision placement is low and typically is hidden within the underwear line. For posterior buttock deflation, Dr. Blumenauer often uses your own tissue to ‘auto-augment’ shape of the buttocks while performing a lower body lift. Your result includes tightening of your skin and improved contour and shape to your backside.