AFTER WEIGHT LOSS SURGERY IN ATLANTA
Congratulations on achieving your weight loss goals! Many patients, like yourself, seek plastic surgery consultation in Atlanta to correct the loose skin and residual fat deposits that remain following weight loss. Although they are not physical scars, many weight loss patients believe this loose skin and fat serve as constant reminders of their past. The group of procedures to address this concern is generally called body contouring.
Plastic surgery after weight loss or bariatric surgery in Atlanta addresses concerns with loose skin following extensive weight loss, either through diet and exercise or bariatric surgery. Despite a stable new weight, this dramatic change often leaves patients with loose skin and a deflated appearance. Often over-expanded by previous weight gain, excess skin usually lacks elasticity and tends to sag considerably. Even in younger patients, satisfactory tightening often does not occur naturally. Sagging skin commonly develops around the face, neck, breast, back, abdomen, buttocks, inner and outer thighs, and upper arms. Depending on the degree of weight loss and loose skin, multiple areas may require tightening procedures to eliminate skin redundancy and improve contours. And to maximize safety, your surgical plan may involve several stages to address all concerns.
Our Plastic Surgeon, Dr Stanley Okoro is trained and experienced with numerous techniques to deliver head-to-toe rejuvenation after major weight loss. Dr Okoro has published articles on this subject. Click here to read one of his articles.
To determine if you are a good candidate for cosmetic surgery after weight loss, Dr. Okoro will review your health history and perform an examination during your consultation. Good candidates have reached a stable weight, do not smoke, and do not have medical conditions that prohibit safe surgery and normal wound healing. Our Plastic Surgeons will carefully assess your skin laxity, muscle tone, fat deposits, and existing contours.
During the consultation, Our Plastic Surgeons will listen and understand your goals and desires and he will review available options and techniques with you. Your surgical plan may involve combinations of various procedures. Several common cosmetic procedures relevant to weight loss are listed below. Click the links for more information.
- Arm Lift (Brachioplasty)
- Breast Lift
- Breast Enhancement
- Breast Reduction
- Face Lift
- Liposuction
- Lower Body lift
- Neck Lift
- Tummy Tuck (Abdominoplasty)
- Panniculectomy
- Thigh Lift
For more information about after weight loss surgery or to schedule a confidential consultation, please call us or email us today!
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