subject: Losing The Excess Skin; Plastic Surgery Solutions After Weight Loss [print this page] Losing The Excess Skin; Plastic Surgery Solutions After Weight Loss
As we have all seen on shows like Extreme Makeover and "The Biggest Loser", weight loss is not always easy. Although it is a great accomplishment to lose that much weight, some contestants are unhappy with the excess skin leftover.
Similar to many other people who lose a lot of weight, the problem of excess skin can be an impediment to self-esteem and confidence. Excess skin occurs for reasons other than weight loss. It can be caused by the mere expansion of the skin or a lack of elasticity in skin tissue.
Regardless of the cause, no amount of exercise will make it disappear. With current innovations in plastic surgery procedures, there are various body contouring options for every area of the body.
Abdominoplasty (Tummy Tuck)
This procedure addresses the stomach area by removing excess skin and tightening abdominal muscles, resulting in a firm and flatter midsection.
Brachioplasty (Arm Lift)
This procedure focuses on the lower part of the arm, removing excess skin from the underarm region to the elbow.
Mastopexy (Breast Lift)
This procedure involves lifting and tightening the tissue around the breasts by removing excess skin. Depending on the desired shape and size of the breast, breast augmentation with implants is also an option.
Thigh Lift
This procedure addresses sagging excess skin by lifting and tightening the inner and/or outer thigh.
Face and Neck Lift
This procedure lifts the cheek pads and corrects loose skin on the neck. This procedure is also used to reverse the signs of aging.
Liposuction
All of these procedures can be used in conjunction with Liposuction for the best results. Liposuction can remove unwanted fat deposits from the face, neck, back, arms, abdomen, flanks, hips, buttocks, thighs, and legs.
To learn more about plastic surgery solutions for excess skin or liposuction procedures, check Dr. Robert Heck has to say!
