by Joshua C. Kreithen, MD – Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon
Joshua C. Kreithen, MD is a board-certified plastic surgeon at Holcomb Kreithen Plastic Surgery and MedSpa in Sarasota, Florida. With advanced training in aesthetic plastic surgery, Dr. Kreithen is recognized for his expertise in breast and body contouring, mommy makeover and comprehensive cosmetic surgery of the body after weight loss.
Known for his surgical precision and patient-focused approach, Dr. Kreithen combines artistic vision with the latest techniques to help patients achieve natural, balanced, and lasting results. From breast augmentation and lifts to body sculpting procedures such as liposuction and abdominoplasty, he customizes each treatment plan to the individual’s goals and anatomy.
Dr. Kreithen has earned a reputation for excellence in both surgical outcomes and compassionate care. Patients choose him not only for his technical skill, but also for his dedication to safety, innovation, and personalized attention—qualities that make him a trusted choice for those seeking transformative, confidence-boosting results in Sarasota and beyond.
After Significant Weight Loss: Why the Lower Body Lift Is the Finishing Touch You Deserve
A dramatic, healthy weight loss—whether from diet and exercise, bariatric surgery, or modern GLP-1 medications like semaglutide or tirzepatide—can be life changing. But substantial fat loss often leaves one problem behind: excess, lax skin around the midsection, outer thighs and buttocks that won’t tighten on its own. For patients who’ve worked hard to lose weight, the circumferential lower body lift is uniquely effective at restoring a smooth, proportionate silhouette by treating the abdomen, hips, thighs and buttocks as a single anatomic unit.
A circumferential lower body lift is a comprehensive operation that removes excess skin and reshapes the lower torso in one staged procedure. The surgeon makes a continuous incision around the lower trunk, excises redundant tissue, repositions and tightens underlying fascia and soft tissue, and sculpts the buttock and lateral thigh to restore natural curves and lift. When appropriate, the operation can be combined with umbilical repositioning and muscle tightening (abdominoplasty techniques) to create a smoother, firmer contour from front to back. This single, coordinated approach produces far more harmonious results than doing isolated procedures—especially after major weight loss.
Why is the lower body lift often the ideal next step after GLP-1–driven or surgical weight loss?
Unlike isolated tummy tucks or thigh lifts, the circumferential lift addresses all the regions that commonly sag after large-volume weight loss—abdomen, hips, outer thighs and buttocks—so you leave the operating room with balanced proportions instead of a patchwork of improvements. Patients also report functional benefits: reduced skin irritation and rashes, easier hygiene and clothing fit, and the psychological payoff of a body that matches the new weight and lifestyle. For patients who want one transformative operation rather than multiple separate procedures, the lower body lift offers efficiency and dramatic, long-lasting contour change.
Dr. Joshua C. Kreithen — a board-certified plastic surgeon at Holcomb Kreithen Plastic Surgery & MedSpa in Sarasota — is recognized for his expertise in breast and body contouring and for delivering balanced, natural results after major weight loss. Dr. Kreithen brings years of focused experience in post-weight-loss body contouring, thoughtful preoperative planning, and meticulous surgical technique to every lower body lift he performs. At Holcomb Kreithen, patients benefit from a team approach that pairs aesthetic vision with safety protocols, multimodal pain control, and a comprehensive recovery plan so your results are as comfortable as they are transformative.
If you’ve lost a significant amount of weight and are bothered by excess skin of the abdomen, hips, thighs or buttocks, a circumferential lower body lift offers a single, powerful solution to restore proportion, function, and confidence. Schedule a consultation with Dr. Kreithen and our team at Holcomb Kreithen Plastic Surgery & MedSpa to review your goals, confirm your candidacy, and build a personalized plan that safely and effectively completes your weight-loss journey.