Body contouring after massive weight loss is a surgical procedure designed to remove excess skin and tighten the underlying tissues. Performed under general anesthesia at our on site surgery center, the procedure typically involves redraping and recontouring the abdomen, lower back, and upper gluteal area. Depending on your goals, additional procedures such as a breast lift or arm lift can be combined to enhance your overall results.
Why Consider Body Contouring After Massive Weight Loss?
- Comprehensive Contouring: Target multiple areas of your lower body for a complete transformation.
- Enhanced Skin Tightening: Achieve a smoother and firmer appearance by removing excess sagging skin.
- Increased Confidence: Feel more comfortable and confident in your own skin.
- Improved Comfort: Eliminate discomfort by removing excess skin, allowing you to be more comfortable in your clothing and body.
- Long-Lasting Results: Enjoy the enduring benefits of a procedure tailored to your body and goals.
Contact us to learn more about how this procedure can help you achieve the look you desire or to schedule a complimentary consultation with one of our talented plastic surgeons.
Upper Body Lift
A surgical upper body lift is a cosmetic procedure designed to remove excess skin and improve contour in the upper body, typically after significant weight loss. For females, this often includes breast surgery, where the breasts are lifted or reshaped to improve their appearance and contour. For males, this may involve gynecomastia surgery to reduce enlarged breast tissue for a more masculine chest.
In addition, an upper body lift often includes brachioplasty, or an arm lift, which removes sagging skin from the upper arms, tightening and reshaping the area to improve shape and contour. In some cases, a circumferential upper body lift is performed, which involves an incision around the back to address loose skin on the upper torso, further enhancing the overall contour of the upper body.
This procedure is especially beneficial for individuals who have undergone significant weight loss, as they often experience loose, sagging skin that cannot be corrected through exercise alone. An upper body lift improves not only physical appearance but also comfort and mobility by eliminating excess skin that may cause irritation or restrict movement.
The result is a smoother, more toned upper body and a significant improvement in overall body proportion.
Lower Body Lift
A surgical lower body lift is a cosmetic procedure aimed at tightening and reshaping the lower body, often following significant weight loss. This comprehensive surgery includes a circumferential incision around the abdomen and lower back, addressing excess skin and sagging in multiple areas simultaneously.
The primary objective is to tighten the abdomen, similar to a tummy tuck, removing excess skin and fat while restoring muscle tone for a flatter, more defined midsection. Additionally, the procedure extends to the back/buttocks and lifts the buttocks to its normal anatomic position, improving contour and creating a more youthful appearance.
The circumferential incision allows for simultaneous tightening of the abdominal area, back, flanks, and buttocks, offering a holistic improvement in body contour. Patients who have lost a significant amount of weight often face loose, hanging skin that cannot be corrected through exercise alone.
A lower body lift provides dramatic results by removing this excess skin, reducing discomfort, and improving the patient’s ability to wear fitted clothing. The procedure not only enhances appearance but also boosts confidence, helping patients achieve a more proportional and toned lower body, significantly improving their overall body shape and quality of life.
Why Choose Wilmington Plastic Surgery?
At Wilmington Plastic Surgery, our talented plastic surgeons deliver natural-looking results. Our commitment to patient safety and comfort is unwavering, ensuring you receive the highest level of care and satisfaction from your initial consultation to your final follow-up.
OUR SURGICAL FACILITY IS AAAASF CERTIFIED. WHY IS THAT IMPORTANT?
Facilities accredited by AAAASF have taken additional steps to foster a safe environment for your health care. They must pass a rigorous evaluation process and comply with 100% of AAAASF standards for patient safety. An accredited facility demonstrates compliance with strict requirements for the facility, as well as its directors, physicians, medical specialists, and others. They also must pass a thorough onsite survey by a qualified AAAASF surveyor. Our accreditation is in place to assure you that safety is top priority in our facility.
