Types of Body Contouring Plastic Surgery Procedures
Many areas of the body can be affected after excessive weight loss. Consequently, there are several surgical procedures to help address these issues, such as:
- Tummy Tuck (Abdominoplasty): This procedure includes variations such as the Fleur-De-Lis (Abdominoplasty), Open Book Tummy Tuck™ (Abdominoplasty), and the 360 Tummy Tuck (Abdominoplasty), also known as a Belt Lipectomy or Lower Body Lift.
- Arm Lift (Brachioplasty): Removing excess skin and fat from the upper arm to address concerns with form.
- Bra Lipectomy: Removing excess skin rolls and associated fat in the upper and middle part of the back (around the bra strap area) for improved function and aesthetic form.
- Breast Reduction + Breast Lift (Mastopexy): Reducing the size of the breasts by removing excess breast tissue and skin, while lifting and reshaping. The primary aim of the procedure is to reduce or eliminate physical discomfort caused by overly large breasts.
- Breast Augmentation + Breast Exchange +/- Breast Lift: Removing excess skin and tissue and/or (in the case of Breast Augmentation) increasing the volume of the breasts by inserting implants.
- BUTTOCK LIFT (Gluteal Lipectomy): Removing excess skin from the lower back and lifting and tightening the buttocks. This procedure aims to improve function, with aesthetics being a secondary concern.
- Thigh Lift (Thigh Lipectomy): After excessive weight loss, patients may be left with loose, excess skin folds along the upper inner thigh, which can cause concerns regarding hygiene, chafing and clothing issues. During surgery, the excess skin and fatty tissue are removed.
