For those who have lost over 150 pounds, should an overall body contouring plan be considered to just a body lift? Are there certain procedures that are more effective and more affordable than a body lift after massive weight loss?
Answer: Body Contouring vs Body Lift
Congratulations on your weight loss journey. As you may have experienced, losing 150 plus pounds will lead to having excess skin on your body. This is very uncomfortable for many patients and can even lead to rashes and infections in certain areas.
Body contouring essentially is a component of a body lift. The body lift is designed specifically for the weight loss patient, so I do believe having just a few procedures may not leave you with a desirable result. I have seen some patients who do a few procedures at a time and wait to do the other procedures when they have a budget for it.
I advise you to consult with a board certified plastic surgeon that specializes in body contouring procedures. Best of luck to you.
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Congratulations on your weight loss journey. As you may have experienced, losing 150 plus pounds will lead to having excess skin on your body. This is very uncomfortable for many patients and can even lead to rashes and infections in certain areas.
Body contouring essentially is a component of a body lift. The body lift is designed specifically for the weight loss patient, so I do believe having just a few procedures may not leave you with a desirable result. I have seen some patients who do a few procedures at a time and wait to do the other procedures when they have a budget for it.
I advise you to consult with a board certified plastic surgeon that specializes in body contouring procedures. Best of luck to you.
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CONTACT NOW Answer: Body contouring vs. body lift after extreme weight loss? Without pictures or an exam, it is hard to give you accurate advice. In general, you are a candidate if you have excessive subcutaneous fat, which is resistant to diet and exercise. If you wish to change the contours of your body. Commonly involved areas are the anterior part of the neck (under the chin), upper arms and armpits, male chest/breasts, trunk abdomen, waist, hips, thighs, inner knees, calves, and ankles. Most patients are near normal weight and desire permanent contour changes. Patients with average weight, localized fat collections, and healthy elastic skin are the best candidates for liposuction. I recommend that you seek a consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon who can examine you and give you the best answer. Far more important than deciding if body contouring or a body lift is for you is the skill and experience of your plastic surgeon. Choose your surgeon rather than the technique and let him explain why one technique may be better than another and if you need a liposuction. Many board certified plastic surgeons provide a free first time consult and you should take advantage of that! See the below link on some suggestions on finding the most qualified Plastic Surgeon for you!
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CONTACT NOW Answer: Body contouring vs. body lift after extreme weight loss? Without pictures or an exam, it is hard to give you accurate advice. In general, you are a candidate if you have excessive subcutaneous fat, which is resistant to diet and exercise. If you wish to change the contours of your body. Commonly involved areas are the anterior part of the neck (under the chin), upper arms and armpits, male chest/breasts, trunk abdomen, waist, hips, thighs, inner knees, calves, and ankles. Most patients are near normal weight and desire permanent contour changes. Patients with average weight, localized fat collections, and healthy elastic skin are the best candidates for liposuction. I recommend that you seek a consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon who can examine you and give you the best answer. Far more important than deciding if body contouring or a body lift is for you is the skill and experience of your plastic surgeon. Choose your surgeon rather than the technique and let him explain why one technique may be better than another and if you need a liposuction. Many board certified plastic surgeons provide a free first time consult and you should take advantage of that! See the below link on some suggestions on finding the most qualified Plastic Surgeon for you!
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March 22, 2018
Answer: Body-lift vs. Body-contouring.
A body-lift is necessary when there is significant amounts of excess skin, as is often seen in massive weight-loss patients. Body contouring often refers to contouring by way of liposuction. Such contouring does not involve skin excision and is best suited to patients who have tighter skin. At times, body-lift procedures (skin excision) may be combined with contouring (liposuction).
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Answer: Body-lift vs. Body-contouring.
A body-lift is necessary when there is significant amounts of excess skin, as is often seen in massive weight-loss patients. Body contouring often refers to contouring by way of liposuction. Such contouring does not involve skin excision and is best suited to patients who have tighter skin. At times, body-lift procedures (skin excision) may be combined with contouring (liposuction).
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March 22, 2018
Answer: Strategic body contouring plan
Your question is very insightful. Congratulations on your wt. loss. Unfortunately, for most patients the success of wt loss results in excess skin throughout the body. It is very important to understand that for most patients, one operative procedure will not be enough to correct all of the post wt loss concerns. Meet with your board certified plastic surgeon and outline a safe, effective plan which will address your concerns specifically. While a lower body lift is extremely effective at addressing the abdomen, hips, buttox and lateral thighs, it will not typically address the upper/inner thighs or knees. After your new abdominal/waist line shape, your attention will likely focus on skin redundancies in your arms, chest etc. Make sure you are well informed before you embark on your surgical contouring, it will be rewarding for you if you have realistic expectations on outcome. best of luck. Dr. Renucci
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Answer: Strategic body contouring plan
Your question is very insightful. Congratulations on your wt. loss. Unfortunately, for most patients the success of wt loss results in excess skin throughout the body. It is very important to understand that for most patients, one operative procedure will not be enough to correct all of the post wt loss concerns. Meet with your board certified plastic surgeon and outline a safe, effective plan which will address your concerns specifically. While a lower body lift is extremely effective at addressing the abdomen, hips, buttox and lateral thighs, it will not typically address the upper/inner thighs or knees. After your new abdominal/waist line shape, your attention will likely focus on skin redundancies in your arms, chest etc. Make sure you are well informed before you embark on your surgical contouring, it will be rewarding for you if you have realistic expectations on outcome. best of luck. Dr. Renucci
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March 22, 2018
Answer: Developing a staged body contouring plan after 150 pound weight loss typically works best.
The key is that you consult with an ABPS certified Plastic Surgeon who can review the most safe and effective staged approach to handle your individual body contouring issues. Many patients are unhappy with the excess skin in their upper arms, thighs, abdomen, flanks, and breasts. Others have isolated areas of concern. Others have deflated buttock or breasts that they would like re contoured. The key is to have all of your concerns evaluated and a safe plan outlined that works for your time and budget.
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Answer: Developing a staged body contouring plan after 150 pound weight loss typically works best.
The key is that you consult with an ABPS certified Plastic Surgeon who can review the most safe and effective staged approach to handle your individual body contouring issues. Many patients are unhappy with the excess skin in their upper arms, thighs, abdomen, flanks, and breasts. Others have isolated areas of concern. Others have deflated buttock or breasts that they would like re contoured. The key is to have all of your concerns evaluated and a safe plan outlined that works for your time and budget.
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