What is Post-Bariatric Cosmetic Surgery?

After significant weight loss following bariatric surgery, patients often experience excess skin and sagging tissue. Post-bariatric cosmetic surgery addresses these concerns through body contouring procedures that remove excess skin and reshape the body.

Available Procedures

• Abdominoplasty (Tummy Tuck): Removes excess abdominal skin and fat, tightens the abdominal wall muscles for a flatter, more toned appearance.
• Brachioplasty (Arm Lift): Removes sagging skin from the upper arms, creating a more defined arm contour.
• Thigh Lift: Addresses inner and outer thigh skin laxity, creating smoother leg contours.
• Breast Surgery: Breast lift (mastopexy) or reduction to address changes in breast shape and volume after weight loss.
• Lower Body Lift: A circumferential procedure that tightens the waist, buttocks, and abdominal area simultaneously.

Ideal Timing

Post-bariatric cosmetic surgery is typically planned 12-18 months after bariatric surgery, once weight loss has stabilized. Patients should maintain a stable weight for at least 3-6 months before body contouring procedures.

Recovery

Recovery varies by procedure, typically 2-6 weeks. Patients are advised to wear compression garments and avoid strenuous physical activities during the healing period.