Body Contouring After Weight Loss Vancouver & Surrey

Q: What is the best timing to do this surgery?

Our surgeons recommend patients to be at or near their goal weight before moving forward with this surgery. However, there can be exceptions. Sometimes, removing the loose skin is all it takes to accelerate the loss of the final pounds—especially if the loose skin is getting in the way of exercise and mobility.

Q: Will any of these procedures be insured by the BC Medical Insurance Plan (MSP)?

Unfortunately, MSP considers this surgery to be cosmetic, and they usually do not cover any of the surgical expenses. However, each surgical case is different and may have a special circumstance. Our cosmetic coordinator works to provide accurate estimates and thoroughly checks the insured benefits of each client.

Q: Are these risky operations?

The risks associated with each procedure are patient specific, and will be thoroughly reviewed prior to surgery. The safety of the patient is our primary concern, and multiple safety protocols are in place to reduce the risk.

Q: What procedures are included in body contouring after weight loss?

Body contouring after weight loss typically includes procedures like a tummy tuck, arm lift (brachioplasty), thigh lift, and lower body lift. Liposuction may also be performed to remove stubborn fat pockets, and breast lifts or augmentation are common for reshaping the chest area.

Q: Who is a good candidate for body contouring after significant weight loss?

Good candidates are individuals who have lost a significant amount of weight, either through diet and exercise or bariatric surgery, and are at a stable weight. They should have loose or sagging skin and be in good overall health.

Q: How long is the recovery period for body contouring procedures?

Recovery depends on the number and extent of the procedures. Generally, patients can expect 2 to 4 weeks for initial recovery, but full healing may take several months. Following your surgeon’s post-operative instructions is essential for a smooth recovery.

Q: What are the potential risks and complications of body contouring surgery?

Risks include infection, bleeding, poor wound healing, scarring, and asymmetry. Some patients may experience changes in skin sensation or fluid accumulation. Working with a skilled surgeon can help minimize these risks.

Q: How can I maintain the results of body contouring after weight loss?

Maintaining a stable weight and healthy lifestyle is key to preserving your results. Significant weight fluctuations can affect the outcome, so regular exercise and a balanced diet are essential to long-term success.

Body Contouring After Weight Loss Surgery in Vancouver

The goal of after weight loss surgery is to reduce the amount of loose skin that collects and hangs on the body and to lift the body part, so it appears tighter. Multiple areas of the body may need to be addressed, depending on the needs of each patient, and an individualized plan is made for every patient.

The surgeons at Pacific Plastic Surgery Group are highly trusted ‘body contouring after weight loss’ surgeons in Vancouver with extensive clinical experience in cosmetic and reconstructive plastic surgery. Personalized, high quality care are the founding principles of our practice. Our team is dedicated in helping you realize your aesthetic goals.

Weight loss patients will consider after weight loss surgery to correct or enhance one or more of the following conditions:

Deflated and sagging breasts with nipples that point downward
Loose and hanging skin on the abdomen
Excess skin and pockets of fat on the hips
Excess and deflated skin on and under the buttocks
Loose and hanging skin around the knees and inner thighs
Hanging skin on the underside of the arms
Loose and hanging skin on the neck

Upper body (Liposuction, breast lift, tummy tuck, arm lift)
Lower body (Liposuction, butt lift, thigh lift, lower body lift)

The Surgical Experience

Plastic Surgery following weight loss surgery is performed under general anesthesia in an accredited surgical facility. Patients who undergo multiple procedures concurrently will frequently be required to spend the night in the facility so they can be monitored. The recovery following this surgery can be a slow process. While the post-surgical results can be life-changing for many weight loss patients, scarring is an unfortunate part of this process. Every attempt is made during surgery to minimize scarring as much as possible. Patients should adhere to a healthy lifestyle so that the results achieved through surgery are not compromised.

Cost

The cost for weight loss surgery to remove skin following a massive weight loss will vary. Certain factors such as the number of procedures performed (abdominoplasty, liposuction, thigh lift, etc.), combined with the number of surgical settings, hospital stay, anesthesia, etc., will play a role in determining the final cost.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best timing to do this surgery?

Will any of these procedures be insured by the BC Medical Insurance Plan (MSP)?

Are these risky operations?

What procedures are included in body contouring after weight loss?

Who is a good candidate for body contouring after significant weight loss?

How long is the recovery period for body contouring procedures?

What are the potential risks and complications of body contouring surgery?

How can I maintain the results of body contouring after weight loss?

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Body Contouring After Weight Loss