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Body Contouring after Massive Weight Loss

Body contouring after massive weight loss is a series of procedures used to remove the excess skin preventing you from seeing and fully take advantage of the weight you have lost. Body contouring will allow you to fit into clothes by removing excess skin that remains after weight loss. Body contouring is often a solution that post-bariatric patients require to achieve their personal goals.

What issues can body contouring address?

Body contouring can address such issues as:

  • Loose skin as a result of weight loss
  • Dissatisfaction or self-consciousness about size or shape of body after significant weight loss

Is body contouring right for me?

Body contouring surgery is a highly personal decision and you should do it for yourself, not to fulfill someone else's desires or to try to fit any sort of ideal image. Body contouring may be a good option for you if:

  • Your are at or near your ideal weight
  • You have lost a significant amount of weight and have loose skin as a result
  • You have a positive outlook and realistic expectations
  • You are physically healthy
  • You do not smoke

What happens during body contouring?

The procedures used for body contouring will depend on the number and type of procedures required for your specific case. In general, loose skin is removed from target areas and the area is recontoured to give you a smoother profile. The results from body contouring are immediately apparent. Patients are generally able to fit into clothes more appropriate for their weight immediately after the surgery. It takes a few weeks to a few months for complete results to be apparent as the swelling associated with surgery must resolve.

What should I expect during the recovery period?

Body contouring patients generally require a few weeks to resume most normal activities.

You will be given specific instructions that may include: How to care for the surgical site, medications to apply or take orally to aid healing and reduce the potential for infection, specific concerns to look for at the surgical site or in your general health, and when to follow up with you Chicago cosmetic surgeon, Dr. Jeffrey Weinzweig.

What are the risks of body contouring?

All plastic surgery carries risks along with the many rewards as no surgery is risk free. Dr. Jeffrey Weinzweig, your Chicago plastic surgeon, will explain the risks in your consultation so you can make an informed decision based on your unique situation.