At Saltz Plastic Surgery, Dr. Justin Webb, a full-time, fellowship-trained plastic surgeon specializing in post–weight-loss body contouring and reconstructive aesthetic surgery, and Dr. Renato Saltz, a board-certified plastic surgeon with more than 40 years of experience, provide customized surgical and facial rejuvenation treatments.
Below are the most frequently treated areas of the body after weight loss, along with how body contouring procedures can help restore proportion and function.
Abdomen and Midsection
The abdomen is one of the most common problem areas after weight loss. Excess skin can hang or fold over the waistline, sometimes causing irritation or hygiene issues. A tummy tuck or lower body lift removes loose skin and tightens underlying muscles, creating a flatter, more supported core.
Arms
Loose, sagging skin on the upper arms, “bat wings,” is common after significant weight loss. An arm lift (brachioplasty) removes excess skin from the upper arms for a firmer, more contoured appearance and making it easier to wear fitted clothing.
Thighs
The inner and outer thighs frequently lose elasticity following weight loss. A thigh lift can reduce excess skin, improve thigh shape, and help minimize friction that can lead to discomfort or rashes when walking or exercising.
Buttocks and Hips
Weight loss can leave the buttocks flat or sagging due to skin laxity and volume loss. Procedures such as a lower body lift or buttock lift reposition and tighten tissue, improving shape and contour around the hips and rear.
Breasts and Chest
Both men and women may experience changes in the chest area after weight loss. Women often notice deflated or sagging breasts, which a breast lift or lift with augmentation can correct. Men may develop excess skin or tissue in the chest, which can be treated with male breast reduction or chest contouring.
Face and Neck
Weight loss can also cause sagging skin or a hollow appearance on the face or neck. Facial contouring procedures, such as a neck lift or facelift, can help restore definition and balance. Dermal fillers may also help.
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Post-weight-loss body contouring is highly individualized. Call us today at 801-274-9500 to schedule an appointment and finalize your body transformation.
