Whether you realize it or not, extreme weight loss (100 pounds or more) comes with some unwanted side effects. It is quite common for the elation you feel after successful weight loss to quickly turn into disappointment once you realize your skin no longer “fits” your new, trimmer body. You may require extensive plastic surgery in order to restore a more normal body contour.
After extreme weight loss, you will most likely experience excessive sagging and loose skin, most notably in the:
Denver plastic surgeons Dr. John A. Grossman and Dr. Philippe A. Capraro perform a variety of plastic surgery procedures to restore the shape, tone, and elasticity of your skin following massive weight loss.
Am I a Candidate for Surgery after Weight Loss?
Weight loss is a critical first step to improving your health. Body contouring through plastic surgery is an important second step to alleviate physical discomfort, reduce embarrassment, and improve self esteem.
You are an ideal candidate for surgery after weight loss if:
- You are in good general health
- Your weight has stabilized
- It has been one to two years since your bariatric surgery
- You have realistic expectations for the outcome of your surgery
It is important to understand that your skin tone and elasticity has been compromised due to your weight loss. While plastic surgery can greatly improve sagging skin and stretch marks, it may not be able to eliminate these issues entirely.
Surgical Procedures to Improve your Appearance after Weight Loss
Grossman Plastic Surgery offers a variety of procedures to address loose and sagging skin following weight loss. Dr. Grossman and Dr. Capraro will recommend one or more of the following procedures based on your unique body characteristics and aesthetic goals:
- Panniculectomy and belt lipectomy
- Tummy tuck
- Lower body lift
- Buttock lift
- Liposuction
- Breast lift (often performed in conjunction with breast augmentation for enhanced results)
- Upper arm lift
- Inner thigh lift
- Inner knee lift
- Pubic lift
Recovery and Follow-Up Care
Recovery following your surgery after weight loss will vary depending on the procedures performed. After surgery, Dr. Grossman and Dr. Capraro will give you detailed instructions regarding your follow-up care in order to ensure proper healing.
The Grossman Plastic Surgery Difference
Dr. Grossman and Dr. Capraro have helped many people restore a natural looking and aesthetically pleasing body contour after their weight loss. Dr. Capraro has made plastic surgery after weight loss a primary focus of his practice, and he has developed a reputation for providing high quality results that reflect an artistic sensibility. Dr. Grossman and Dr. Capraro understand the importance of plastic surgery to address loose, sagging skin caused by massive weight loss, and they are honored to be able to help patients take their final steps toward achieving total body harmony and well being.
Please contact our Denver plastic surgery office today to schedule your initial consultation. Grossman Plastic Surgery serves patients in Littleton and Denver, Colorado.
