Body contouring procedures remove excess sagging fat and skin from different areas of the body while improving the shape of the underlying tissue. These procedures are particularly popular among patients who have lost a large amount of weight. In fact, recent statistics reveal the number of body contouring procedures has increased due to the rise in bariatric (weight loss) surgeries.
For optimal results, body contouring procedures are often paired with liposuction to achieve a svelte and firm physique. In this blog post, Beverly Hills plastic surgeon Dr. David Sayah takes a look at the areas most commonly treated through liposuction and body contouring procedures following massive weight loss.
ABDOMEN
Trunk liposuction eliminates stubborn fat deposits that manifest in the form of “love handles,” a flabby back, or a “muffin top.” Trunk liposuction is often paired with a body lift, a body contouring procedure that removes excess, drooping skin from the stomach and back areas, which is commonly left over after massive weight loss. This type of liposuction can also be used with tummy tuck, a procedure that repairs weakened abdominal muscles and removes excess fat for a flatter and firmer abdomen.
BREASTS
Losing a large amount of weight can cause breast tissue to lose its elasticity, which in turn causes breasts to look saggy or deflated. Breast lift can help restore perkiness and shape to the breasts following rapid weight loss. The procedure raises breasts higher on the chest wall for a perkier, youthful-looking appearance. Breast liposuction can also be included, to reshape and resize the breasts for a svelte, beautiful figure.
THIGHS AND BUTTOCKS
Many weight loss patients are left with saggy or unbalanced buttocks after losing weight while others are left with stubborn fat deposits around the thighs. A lower body lift procedure addresses excess skin and fat on these problem areas. Many of our patients combine this procedure with liposuction to achieve a more toned buttocks. Liposuction can be performed on both the outer and inner thighs.
ARMS
If you are frustrated or embarrassed by the appearance of drooping, sagging fat and skin on the upper arms, even after losing a large amount of weight, arm lift can help. Arm lift surgery can remove excess tissue, and re-drape the remaining skin over the contours of the arms. Liposuction can eliminate fat on the upper arms that is hard to get rid of with just diet and exercise.
MALE CHEST
Male breast reduction is performed on men with excessive breast tissue, a condition called gynecomastia. Your plastic surgeon will perform liposuction to remove excess skin, fat and tissue to achieve a flatter, more masculine-looking chest that you can confidently and proudly show off.
CONTACT US TODAY
Are you ready to take the next step in your weight loss journey? Schedule a one-on-one consultation with Dr. Sayah. He will gladly discuss with you your post-weight loss body contouring options. Please call our Beverly Hills office at (310) 984-1150.