Plastic Surgery after Weight Loss

Bariatric surgery can lead to a life transforming change in a person's body, health, and well being. After losing the weight many people are left with excess skin.  This excess skin can be displeasing cosmetically and in some instances can even affect their health and activity.  Because of this, many people are turning to plastic surgery to reshape their bodies.

Panniculectomy

Many different areas of the body may need to be addressed after weight loss.  The most common area is the anterior abdomen.  In this area, a person may find that there is excess skin that hangs over the waistline.  This excess skin is called a "pannus".  The procedure used to remove this excess skin is a panniculectomy which is a modified abdominoplasty.  Depending on the severity of the excess skin, this procedure might be covered by insurance.

Circumferential Lift

Excess skin is not only present in the anterior abdomen, but also along the back.  To remove this excess and improve the contour and profile of the buttocks, a circumferential body lift is generally needed.  This operation can be performed with the panniculectomy or staged as a later procedure.  It tightens not only the out thighs, but also lifts the buttocks and can provide a very powerful and satisfying rejuvenation.

Thighplasty (thigh lift)

The inner thighs are also another area commonly affected.  This operation designed to treats these areas is called a thighplasty.  It consists of tightening the inner thigh skin by removing any excess skin that might be present.  Dr. Dorner uses deep anchoring sutures (fascial sutures) to help support the thigh and improve the longevity and character of the result.

Brachioplasty (arm lift)

The upper arms require a similar procedure as the inner thighs.  By removing excess skin, the "waddle" that may form can be removed and the arms tightened.

Mastopexy (breast lift) with implants

For women, the breasts are often another area that requires attention.  After losing weight, many women find that their breasts have involuted and are left with mostly skin.  To improve the appearance an implant with a breast lift is generally necessary.

Commit to yourself!

Weight loss gives many people a new lease on life.  Providing them with a renewed body and spirit that can change their outlook on life.  Even after reaching their goals, the remaining skin can be frustrating -- interfering in activities and embarrassing.  Almost every area of concern can be dramatically improved.  Finish the commitment you have made to yourself, and schedule an appointment with Dr. Dorner today.