What is post-bariatric plastic surgery?
After substantial weight loss, stretched skin and tissue may remain in several areas. Post-bariatric plastic surgery describes individualized cosmetic or reconstructive procedures to address these concerns.
The source guide emphasizes that the procedures considered vary from person to person. Body contouring is not a required final step for everyone who loses weight.
Areas you may want to discuss
Tell your medical team which areas concern you most.
- Abdomen, sides and back
- Upper arms and thighs
- Breasts and lower body
- Face and neck changes after weight loss
An individual treatment plan
The source guide includes tummy tuck, liposuction, arm lift, thigh lift and lower body lift among possible body procedures. The selection and extent depend on your medical evaluation.
Ask whether your goals are better addressed together or through a staged plan. Your prior bariatric procedure and current health are part of the discussion.
Preparing for your evaluation
Bring your weight-loss and surgical history and discuss your current goals privately with the medical team. The Ariel Center’s source page describes its relationship with Obesity Control Center and their shared location.
Confirm recovery support, follow-up and the written estimate for your specific plan before making travel arrangements.
No independent medical-review attribution is claimed.
Plastic surgery involves risks and individual results vary. This information is not medical advice or a guarantee of results. Discuss your history, alternatives and recovery plan with your surgeon. For a medical emergency, contact local emergency services.