Body Contouring After Massive Weight Loss

Posted on April 12, 2024 in Body Sculpting

Major weight loss can be incredibly rewarding, but it can leave many people with loose skin, which can be its own challenge. The excess skin can stop you from fully seeing what your hard work has achieved. But with Dr. Ellen’s skill and expertise, you can have the beautiful sculpted results you deserve.

Who is a Good Candidate for Body Contouring?

If you are celebrating major weight loss but struggling with excess skin, body contouring procedures are the perfect solution. Ideal candidates typically meet the following criteria:

• In generally good health
• Don’t have any medical conditions that could affect the healing process
• Have realistic expectations
• Have had a steady body weight for at least a year

Body Contouring Options

We offer a number of different body contouring procedures for those looking to address sagging skin, leftover fat deposits, and any other concerns. Some of the body contouring options you can take advantage of at Dr. Ellen Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery include:

Liposuction

Liposuction is the perfect procedure for any leftover fat deposits that diet and exercise didn’t address. Once the anesthesia sets in, Dr. Ellen will make an incision in the treatment area, use a thin tube to loosen up the fat, and suction it out, leaving you with the slimmer physique you’ve worked so hard for.

Tummy Tuck

If you’re struggling with excess skin and weakened muscles, a tummy tuck is the perfect treatment option for you. Dr. Ellen can flatten your stomach, strengthen your abdominal muscles, and allow you to fully see the results of your diet and exercise regimen with this abdominal procedure.

Arm Lift

Massive weight loss can often lead to loose skin on the arms. That’s where an arm lift comes in! With this procedure, Dr. Ellen can remove that excess skin and give you the lean and contoured arms you’ll be proud to show off.

Thigh Lift

The thighs can also accumulate loose, sagging skin after massive weight loss. Luckily, with a thigh lift, we can remove that excess skin so you can fully see the results of all your hard work.

Back Lift

Many people experience sagging skin along their back after significant weight loss. With a back lift, Dr. Ellen can remove that excess skin and give you the toned, sleek back you’ll want to show off this summer.

Breast Lift

The breasts can also be affected by massive weight loss. When you lose fat with diet and exercise, it’s very difficult to target certain areas. And when fat leaves the breasts, they can start to hang and droop. With a breast lift, we can return your breasts to a more youthful position.

Body Contouring Recovery

Your recovery will depend on the body contouring procedures you have and the extent of those procedures. For patients who have two or more procedures, the full recovery period takes anywhere from two to three months. You will likely need to take a week or two off work to heal properly and need to avoid strenuous activities for several weeks. You’ll also be given a compression garment you’ll need to wear to help ease swelling and bruising.

For those worried about scars, Dr. Ellen places all incisions in inconspicuous areas to ensure any scarring is as invisible as possible. Scarring will also fade with time.

Initial results will be visible immediately, but they will continue to improve in the months after surgery as swelling and bruising diminish.

Schedule A Consultation

If you’ve lost a lot of weight and are ready to show off your new body by removing excess skin and leftover fat, body contouring at Dr. Ellen Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery is the perfect next step in your journey. Dr. Ellen will build a customized body contouring treatment plan that suits all your needs.

Schedule a consultation today by calling our Bloomfield Hills, MI office at (248) 220-6760 or filling out our online contact form.