Post-Bariatric Body Contouring

Best Body Contouring Surgery In Hyderabad, India

When people are losing excessive amounts of weight, the fat content beneath the skin is reduced. Excessive stretching of the skin causes it to lose its ability to retract; this causes skin folds to loosen and hang, which are undesirable from an aesthetic perspective.

Once a patient has stabilized his or her weight for at least 6 months, body contouring is necessary. You may require more than one procedure to contour the body. Each procedure can involve one or more stages.   At CARE Hospitals, our team of bariatric surgeons will explain all your options and address all your concerns, including costs and complications. Our bariatric surgeons work closely with other doctors of different specialties, in addition to treating patients with reconstructive and surgical needs. The CARE Hospitals provides the same level of service, facilities, and technology to its bariatric surgery patients as it does to its general surgery patients.  

The patient who chooses bariatric surgery must accept a lifetime of changes; eating habits, lifestyle adjustments, and medical risks must all be considered. As well as these commitments, post-bariatric surgery cosmetic procedures can be used to remove excess skin to prevent skin irritation and to allow patients to fully enjoy their new figure.  

Procedures

The following are some of the most common conditions after dramatic weight loss and how they can be resolved.

You may wish to consider one or more of the following post-bariatric surgery cosmetic procedures, depending on how much weight you have lost and where your excess skin is located:

• Mastopexy with or without augmentation

• Face and Neck (MACS-Lift)- In extreme weight loss, cheek pads can collapse, resulting in jowls, which can leave a rounded jawline. In addition, the neck can sag.

• Liposuction (Lipoplasty)- In order to create smooth, aesthetically pleasing contours, a small amount of fatty tissue is removed from the hips, thighs, and abdomen using this procedure.

• Tummy Tuck (Abdominoplasty)- Tummy tucks, also known as abdominoplasty, are effective cosmetic procedures that remove excess skin and tighten the abdominal muscles following bariatric surgery, resulting in a more slender waistline and flatter stomach.

• Arm Lift (Brachioplasty)- The procedure begins with an incision along the underside of the upper arm. A tighter, firmer appearance is then achieved by removing excess skin.

• Thigh Lift (Thigh Plasty)- Thigh lifts, much like arm lifts, are popular body contouring procedures performed to lift and smooth thighs after losing significant amounts of weight.

• Butt Lift (Brazilian Butt Lift)- Body contouring is usually necessary on the buttocks after weight loss. These areas of the body can be lifted and reshaped by a plastic surgeon in order to create smoother, more defined contours.

• Breast Implants- Weight loss can greatly affect the appearance of the breasts because they are mainly composed of fatty tissue. Body contouring procedures such as breast augmentation and breast lift help restore the natural volume of the breasts and raise the bust line after weight loss.

• The procedure requires the excision of excess skin, resulting in scarring. The goal is to conceal scars as much as possible and give them an inconspicuous appearance. It is recommended that wearers wear pressure garments for at least three months.

Risks and complications

Body contouring is generally considered a safe procedure, but it is not without risks. Individuals who have undergone significant weight loss may face a higher risk of complications compared to those undergoing the surgery for other reasons. Potential complications include:

• Formation of blood clots, such as those in the leg veins (deep vein thrombosis or DVT), which can travel to the lungs (pulmonary embolism).
• Issues with wound healing.
• Risk of infection.
• Excessive bleeding during or after the procedure.
• Nerve damage.
• Complications related to anesthesia.
• Persistent pain.
• Unsatisfactory aesthetic results may necessitate additional corrective surgery.

The specific risks for an individual depend on factors such as age, the extent of weight loss, existing health conditions, and the volume of tissue removal required. It is advisable to discuss these personalized risks with your surgeon before undergoing body contouring.

What To Expect After Bariatric Surgery?

You might be looking forward to the post-procedure results if you are getting ready for bariatric surgery. It's likely that you will lose a lot of weight after having bariatric surgery. You can improve your weight-related health problems such as sleep apnea or type 2 diabetes with this procedure. The majority of patients report improved quality of life after the procedure.