Body contouring procedures can help remove excess skin after major weight loss. This type of surgery improves the tone of the underlying tissues and removes excess fat and skin. Surgical body contouring after weight loss can give you smoother contours and a better-proportioned appearance.
Body contouring can be an ideal solution to improve your figure after major weight loss by addressing loose skin and excess tissue that can’t be resolved with diet or exercise, no matter how hard you try. Finally reaching your weight loss goal is a victory worth celebrating. Yet, the excess skin and tissue that is often left behind are frustrating. Dr. Savalia understands this frustration and wants to help you look your best and feel great about all you have accomplished.
Here are some common reasons we hear for considering cosmetic surgery after weight loss:
Body contouring procedures are designed to help post-weight loss patients achieve smoother, slimmer contours after they have reached their target weight and maintained it steadily for several months or more. Your options include:
A thigh lift can tighten skin on the inner thighs, outer thighs, or both, lifting the skin and removing fatty tissue for a more streamlined lower body shape
Also known as a belt lipectomy or circumferential abdominoplasty, this procedure extends a tummy tuck incision completely around the torso to tighten the skin on the thighs and buttocks in addition to the abdomen
The pannus, a flap of fatty tissue hanging below the abdomen, often exaggerated after weight loss, can be removed with this procedure
This procedure for both men and women is designed to create a smoother, more attractive back contour by correcting loose, sagging skin and fat rolls in the upper and middle back
Also known as a tummy tuck, an abdominoplasty specifically improves the contours of your belly, removing excess skin and tissue and tightening muscles that may have become lax
An arm lift tightens loose skin on the upper arm and can also remove fatty deposits for a more toned appearance
Women may choose breast reduction for a slimmer look after weight loss, breast lift for firmer, more youthful-looking breasts, or breast augmentation to enhance their curves
Although liposuction alone won’t correct loose skin, it can be invaluable for creating natural contours and further refining your body shape
Gynecomastia, a common problem for overweight men, can be resolved through male breast reduction
Each person who has lost a lot of weight will have unique plastic surgery needs. Dr. Savalia will work closely with you to develop a treatment plan that addresses your specific concerns for a true whole-body renewal.
Recovery after body contouring surgery varies depending on the procedure or procedures performed, as well as the level of correction needed. After most body contouring procedures, you will need to wear a specially designed compression garment for a period of time to help reduce swelling and discomfort while promoting recovery. Our body contouring patients are typically ready to return to work within a few weeks, although Dr. Savalia usually asks his patients to wait about eight weeks after surgery before engaging in more vigorous physical activities.
Everyone who has lost a lot of weight will have unique plastic surgery needs. I will work closely with you to develop a treatment plan that addresses your specific concerns for a comprehensive renewal.
