For many, weight loss is crucial to achieving a healthier, happier, and more confident lifestyle. However, after a significant weight loss, some individuals experience unwanted side effects that cannot be eliminated with diet or exercise alone.
If you struggle with lingering problem areas after a weight loss, such as hanging skin, post-weight loss body contouring surgery may be right for you. At Plastic Surgery Affiliates, our experienced surgeon, Dr. Olivia MaDan, offers several body contouring procedures designed to address post-weight loss concerns. Contact us today to schedule an appointment and learn about post-weight loss surgery in Nashville.
After significant weight loss achieved either through diet or surgery, the skin doesn’t always return to its pre-weight appearance. Stubborn fat, hanging skin and abdominal wall laxity can all be addressed once you are at your goal weight. Post weight loss body contouring surgery in Nashville removes excess skin and stubborn fat deposits to give patients a slimmer and more toned appearance.
Body contouring procedures can provide unity and continuity that enhances your body’s shape and confidence while improving your body image. During an initial consultation, Dr. MaDan will discuss all aspects of the procedure with you and address any of your questions or concerns.
Some of the most common benefits of a post weight loss surgery in Nashville include:
If your skin didn’t bounce back after weight loss, you might be the perfect candidate for a post-weight loss body contouring procedure in Nashville. An ideal candidate should be someone in generally good health who has had a stable body weight (within 10% of goal weight) for at least one year. You should also be a non-smoker. The best way to determine if this procedure is right for you is to schedule a consultation with our knowledgeable plastic surgeon, Dr. MaDan.
Body contouring procedures can be performed separately or in combination to minimize down time. Each procedure at Plastic Surgery Affiliates is custom-designed for you to address your specific body concerns. Common post weight loss surgery options available at our office in Nashville include:
A lower body lift or torso lift surgery focuses on the midsection of your body. This operation helps remove excess fat from the hips, buttocks, thighs, love handles, and abdomen. The underlying muscles are tightened and the excess skin is removed.
An upper body lift targets excess skin and fat on the upper back, arms and sides. Dr. MaDan uses concealable incisions to lift the underlying tissues and remove excess skin and fat.
The most significant changes after weight loss can often be seen in the abdominal area. The excess, hanging skin below the belly button is sometimes referred to as a “pannus”. This excess skin can cause frequent rashes and irritation. . A panniculectomy is a functional surgery that removes the excess skin below the umbilicus. This procedure differs from an abdominoplasty because the underlying abdominal muscles are not tightened.
Your specific recovery course varies depending on the surgical procedure(s). Some patients may experience swelling and bruising the first couple of weeks after the surgery. Most patients who undergo post-weight loss procedures in Nashville are encouraged to avoid any heavy lifting and strenuous exercise during their recovery period so they can heal properly. Final results with minimal residual swelling should be seen around 3 months post-operatively.
Post weight loss procedures can give patients a slimmer, more toned look by getting rid of excess skin and stubborn fat deposits. Our highly trained plastic surgeon, Dr. Olivia MaDan, is committed to improving the quality of life for our patients through compassionate care and advanced surgical skills.
If you are interested in undergoing post weight loss surgery in Nashville, call today to schedule a personalized consultation.
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