Body Contouring
Body contouring encompasses a range of surgical procedures designed to reshape and refine your physique. This includes tummy tucks (abdominoplasty), arm lifts, thigh lifts, and lower body lifts that remove excess skin and tighten underlying tissues. These procedures are particularly beneficial after significant weight loss or pregnancy, helping you achieve the toned, proportionate body contours that diet and exercise alone cannot provide.
The Process
Body Assessment
We evaluate areas of concern including skin laxity, stubborn fat deposits, and overall body proportions. A comprehensive plan is developed that may combine multiple procedures to achieve balanced, harmonious results.
Surgical Contouring
Procedures typically take 2-5 hours depending on the areas treated. Excess skin is removed, underlying muscles are tightened, and remaining skin is re-draped to create smooth, firm contours.
Recovery Program
Initial recovery takes 2-3 weeks with compression garments worn for 6-8 weeks. Most patients return to desk work within 2-3 weeks and gradually resume full activities over 6-8 weeks.
Transformed Physique
Swelling subsides over 3-6 months, revealing your final contours. With stable weight maintenance, results are long-lasting, providing a firmer, more toned appearance for years to come.