Body Contouring after Massive Weight Loss

Individuals who undergo massive weight loss, either through weight loss surgery or diet and exercise, often face the problem of loose excess skin. When a person loses a large amount of weight over a short period of time, skin often can’t shrink enough to offer the look most people desire. For some, the excess skin is an aesthetic factor alone, but for others it can cause great discomfort, chronic health issues, and restricted mobility. When this happens, body contouring can remove much of the excess skin and fat and improve a person’s appearance, giving them the freer, healthier life they deserve.

Which plastic surgery procedures are commonly performed after massive weight loss?

Body contouring The Woodlands procedures include tummy tuck, breast lift, breast reduction, breast augmentation, liposuction, arm lift, thigh lift, facelift, and male breast reduction. The Woodlands plastic surgeon Dr. Sugene Kim can help individual patients determine which procedures they are candidates for and how best to achieve the desired results safely and effectively. For men and women considering body contouring, Dr. Kim offers a free initial consultation at Dr. Kim Plastic Surgery – The Woodlands.

What kind of scars can be expected after body contouring?

Body contouring candidates should have realistic expectations for what can be achieved through plastic surgery. Although body contouring can achieve a great improvement, there are scars from the body contouring. Dr. Kim proudly brings her extensive training and expertise from Washington, DC, New York City, and The Texas Medical Center to her body contouring patients in both Katy and The Woodlands communities.

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