Following an extreme weight-loss, many patients find themselves facing a new problem – excess or loose skin. For many of these patients, enjoying the success of their weight-loss and their new shape can be difficult. The loose skin left behind by an extreme weight loss can be remedied with obesity plastic surgery, commonly referred to as post bariatric plastic surgery.
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Remove Loose or Excess Skin After Weight-Loss
Patients who undergo significant weight loss may find that the skin on their body develops a loose, wrinkled and hanging appearance. This excess skin can contribute to a lack of self-esteem and confidence about ones appearance, and may cause difficulties with discomfort, hygiene, exercise, the ability to wear clothing, irritation, skin breakdown, pain and infection.
Choosing Post Bariatric Plastic Surgery
Human skin is very elastic and in many cases, and with the proper care, can bounce back after a weight loss - such as after a pregnancy. When this is not the case, patients often look to post-bariatric plastic surgery or “obesity plastic surgery” for help. If you have lost a significant amount of weight through bariatric surgery, diet and exercise or a medically supervised weight-loss program, and have excess skin as a result of your weight-loss, post-bariatric plastic surgery or “obesity plastic surgery” to remove excess skin could be for you. Find a bariatric plastic surgeon in your area.
Post Bariatric Plastic Surgery involves separate procedures to address problem areas:
- Tummy Tuck (Abdominoplasty)
- Body Lift
- Thigh Lift
- Breast Lift or Male Breast Reduction
- Arm Lift
- Face Lift or Necklift
Many patients opt to undergo the obesity plastic surgery procedure called a “Total Body Lift” - also known as a “Full Body lift” or simply "Body Lift." For many, a total body lift is the most effective plastic surgery procedure for targeting loose skin after a weight loss.
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