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Cosmetic Procedures to Put the Finishing Touches on Your Post-Weight Loss Achievement

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Often times there is seldom anything more gratifying than achieving a personal goal you set for yourself.  For many of my patients, achieving dramatic weight loss goals is quite a feat that should be celebrated but instead, it is put on hiatus due to excessive skin left over from significant weight drops.  As a board certified plastic surgeon with over 25 years of experience specializing in cosmetic breast and body procedures, helping my patients reach the pinnacle of their weight-loss journey is invaluable to me.

The biggest challenge after dramatic weight loss/gain is excess skin and tissue that can be difficult to manage with proper exercise and nutrition and can be embarrassing for a patient.  There are a number of procedures that are designed to eliminate any cause for concern, to create their desired sleek, toned silhouette.  Below are some of the most popular cosmetic plastic surgery treatments for men and women following weight loss:

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For more information about body contouring procedures like tummy tuck, breast, arm or thigh lift, please contact me, Dr. Franklyn Elliott, today. Be sure to also stay updated on the latest plastic and reconstructive news by following us on Facebook, Twitter, and Google+.

3 Body Contouring Procedures that Help with Excess Skin

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Congratulations! Through your hard work and dedication, you’ve reached your goal weight. Once the pounds are shed, you deserve to celebrate the new you without any hang ups. A common frustration seen by board-certified plastic and reconstructive surgeon Dr. Franklyn Elliott is excess skin after significant weight loss. In many cases, excess skin cannot be removed by even the most diligent of diet and exercise plans. Because of this, it’s often best to seek the help of an experienced surgeon. Below, find three popular procedures that post-weight loss patients often seek to achieve the toned, tightened results they desire.

  1. weight-loss-plastic-surgeryTummy Tuck: Tummy tuck surgery removes fat and excess skin in the lower abdominal region to provide a smoother, leaner physique. Also known as abdominoplasty, Dr. Elliott performs this procedure with a small incision across the lower abdomen, easily hidden by a bathing suit or underwear.  If necessary, the abdominal muscles can be tightened. “Mini” tummy-tuck procedures are suitable for individuals who have minimal fat and excess skin, but do not address weakened or separated abdominal muscles. Tummy tucks provide notable long-term results in post-weight loss patients.
  1. Arm Lift: Excess arm skin left after weight loss can be difficult to conceal, leaving you self-conscious about wearing clothing and bathing suits. With arm lift surgery, Dr. Elliott carefully makes an incision towards the back of the arm to minimize scarring. The size of the scar is dependent on the area that needs to be removed. Dr. Elliott will discuss how much improvement you can expect with each option and where the scar will be located. Results after arm lift surgery, also known as brachioplasty, are long-lasting but continuing the healthy lifestyle maintained during your weight loss lifestyle change is encouraged to maintain optimal results.
  1. Thigh Lift: Another place that excess skin lingers is the thighs. The best candidates for thigh lifts, which removes excess skin and tissue from the inner and/or outer thighs to create tightened proportions, are those who are at a stabilized weight. When you reach your weight loss goals, thigh lifts are a great method of body contouring to bring overall balance to your body.

For more information on body contouring procedures, please contact us today. Be sure to stay updated on the latest plastic and reconstructive news by following us on Facebook, Twitter, and Google +.