Major weight loss often gives many people a new view on their lives. They feel more energetic in daily activities along with experiencing fewer health issues related to their weight. But with this weight loss often comes sagging skin and for some, stubborn fat deposits. In these cases, people may choose an Ocala body contouring procedure to remove the excess skin and fat.
Benefits of Body Contouring
Though many patients see a more toned body with regular exercise after significant weight loss, they may still have residual sagging skin and even fat deposits. This is due to the skin’s lack of elasticity. Body sculpting, or contouring plastic surgery, is frequently used to give a patient smooth contours over their body and a better-proportioned appearance.
Good candidates for body sculpting are:
- Adults who have reached their weight loss goals;
- Individuals without health issues that may impair post-procedure healing; and
- Individuals committed to a healthy lifestyle, including proper nutrition and fitness, post-procedure.
How Body Sculpting Works
Body sculpting is a series of body lift procedures done at one time. During a consultation with Dr. Tyrone, he discusses the individual procedures and which would be best for your situation. Also taken into consideration are any previous surgeries, medical history and condition, and body sculpting goals. Everything begins by administering anesthesia.
Anesthesia
Anesthesia used for body sculpting is either general or intravenous. Dr. Tyrone will determine and explain which is best for you during the body sculpting consultation.
Incisions
Because of the excess skin removal, many of the incisions made by Dr. Tyrone are large. Yet, the length and pattern depend on where the excess skin is on your body and how much needs removal. Your personal preference and Dr. Tyrone’s professional judgment are also used when making any incisions.
Recovery
The recovery period is generally four to six weeks for most patients. Immediately following surgery, incisions are covered with bandages and small, thin tubes are placed under the skin to help drain excess blood or fluid under the skin. Dr. Tyrone and his staff will give you specific information and guidelines to follow during your recovery period. It may take up to three months for results to be fully apparent.
Procedures Done With Body Sculpting
There are a number of cosmetic procedures that can be done with body sculpting.
Upper Body Lift
An upper body lift usually includes an upper arm lift, breast lift, and/or removing fat deposits on a patient’s back. For an upper arm lift, skin along the inside of or along the back of the upper arm is removed. A breast lift removes sagging skin then repositions the breast to enhance its size and shape.
Tummy Tuck
A tummy tuck gives a patient a smoother and firmer abdomen by removing excess skin and fat deposits. Often after significant weight loss, skin in the abdominal area isn’t able to conform to the new body profile. Depending on your specific needs and desires, Dr. Tyrone may perform a complete or partial tummy tuck during your body sculpting procedure.
Lower Body Lift
A lower body lift removes sagging skin from the buttocks, abdomen, waist, hips, and outer thighs. Once the excess skin is removed, remaining skin is repositioned and tightened, giving these areas of the body a firmer appearance.
Facelift
Age, genetics, and weight loss all affect the skin elasticity of the face and neck. A facelift is a popular treatment for sagging and drooping facial skin. There are five types of facelift: full, upper, mid, lower, and mini. Dr. Tyrone will determine which facelift will help you achieve your body sculpting goals.
Choose Dr. Tyrone
Body sculpting after weight loss is a suitable option for many patients who seek a smoother body appearance. Using a combination of procedures, Dr. Tyrone refines and contours areas of your body, such as breasts, abdomen, and thighs, to give a firmer appearance. For a high quality experience, contact Ocala Plastic Surgery today to discuss body sculpting with Dr. Tyrone.