A back lift describes treatment to contour the upper or lower back. It removes excess skin and underlying fat, smoothing contours and lifting the skin to achieve a tighter, more toned aesthetic.

An upper back lift addresses folds and fatty collections of the skin of the mid to upper back that may continue onto the sides or upper abdomen. This surgery is often combined with breast or upper (reverse) abdominoplasty procedures. The resultant scar is a thin, inconspicuous line that falls within the bra line. The results are also seen with Dr. Shermak’s extended arm lift, which includes removal of tissue along the side of the chest, secondarily reducing excess skin in the upper back.

A lower back lift is a powerful operation often performed in conjunction with abdominoplasty, a thigh lift, and/or outer thigh liposuction that not only removes excess lower back skin but also lifts the outer thigh and buttock area, reducing the torso. This scar is also a thin line that is inconspicuously hidden within the fabric of underwear and bathing suits.