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Body Contouring After Weight Loss: What to Expect
Weight loss is extremely tough, but very rewarding when you finally see your goal weight on the scale. However, significant weight loss often leads to pockets of excess skin or areas of stubborn fat that don't seem to resolve.
If you're still unhappy with your body after losing a lot of weight, body contouring procedures provide you with the toned, sleek look you were hoping for. Dr. Anthony N. Dardano offers body contouring at his practice in Boca Raton, Florida.
Dr. Dardano is an experienced plastic and reconstructive surgeon offering body contouring, TempSure®, and PRP to help you look and feel your best.
What is body contouring?
Body contouring is a general term that encompasses surgical and nonsurgical techniques to remove fat and reshape the body's contours. Many people choose to have body contouring to target specific areas of the body that don't respond to diet or exercise.
Body contouring isn't a way to lose weight; it's an option to improve the body's appearance after weight loss or when you have stubborn areas of fat that you can't eliminate alone.
There are various forms of body contouring available, including nonsurgical and surgical options. The prevalent forms of body contouring include:
- Cryolipolysis
- Laser lipolysis
- Radiofrequency lipolysis
- Liposuction
- Breast lift
- Tummy tuck
- Body lift
- Fat transfer
The benefits of body contouring are numerous and include improved self-esteem, tightened skin, and reduced fat deposits. We discuss each option with you to determine the best one for your goals and needs.
Body contouring after weight loss
Losing weight is a significant feat in itself, but what if you're still not happy with your appearance? Weight loss can lead to areas of sagging skin or fat deposits that don't budge despite a rigorous workout routine.
If you're unhappy with your body's contours after weight loss, we offer several options to give you a stunning appearance. Most of our options are surgical and include abdominoplasty, tummy tuck, breast lift, and liposuction.
These options remove excess fat and skin while also tightening the area for a sculpted appearance you're proud to show off.
What to expect after body contouring procedures
Most body contouring procedures require anesthesia and a recovery period for the best results. We discuss the recovery process and realistic expectations before the day of surgery.
If you opt for liposuction, Dr. Dardano makes tiny incisions in areas with stubborn fat deposits. Using a specialized suction machine, he breaks up the fat and sucks it out through the machine to provide a tighter appearance.
Most people who have lost a significant amount of weight choose to have liposuction with other procedures. An abdominoplasty, brachioplasty, and thigh lift are procedures we pair with liposuction for optimal results.
These procedures allow Dr. Dardano to remove stubborn fat while also eliminating excess skin and tightening supporting muscles. The result is a slim, sculpted appearance that you can't get with diet and exercise alone.
After surgery, most people go home the same day. You may have drains in place to help with fluid and swelling. We see you regularly during the recovery process to ensure you're healing correctly.
The results are apparent within eight weeks, with optimal results showing at six months.
Contact our office in Boca Raton today to schedule a body contouring consultation with Dr. Dardano or send a message to our team through the website.
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