Pregnancy is a journey that can take a physical and mental toll on a mother. Lasting changes like loose skin can accompany the joy of childbirth, and sometimes, your skin may not retract to its original position for up to 2 years post-pregnancy. If your loose skin is still sticking
Loose skin on the arms is quite common after massive weight loss due to bariatric surgery, post-pregnancy, or diet and exercise. And in a hot climate like Australia, it is difficult to hide that loose skin under baggy clothing. Brachioplasty, commonly known as an arm lift, is a surgical procedure
Combining abdominoplasty with umbilicoplasty procedure tightens loose skin around the abdomen and reshapes the navel. Performed either as standalone procedures or in conjunction with one another, the goal of the two procedures is to create a smoother and a more aesthetically-pleasing abdomen. After pregnancy, every new mother wishes to get
From surgery to recovery, this guide covers it all. Your recovery after belt lipectomy surgery is a milestone in your weight loss journey toward tightened skin after massive weight loss. It’s good to know what to expect ahead of time so you are prepared for what lies ahead. Let’s take
Like any other major surgery, abdominoplasty leaves a scar. These scars vary depending on the complexity of your surgery and the incision length your tummy tuck (abdominoplasty) procedure requires. It is possible to hide certain scars by positioning them below the bikini line. I understand if you’re worried that your
Many of my patients ask me to explain the difference between lower body lift (Belt lipectomy) surgery and abdominoplasty surgeries and which one is better for getting rid of excess skin and fat on their midsections after weight loss. Let’s explore what sets these two surgeries apart. How Belt Lipectomy
Abdominoplasty is a major surgery as it removes significant excess skin, the body’s largest organ. Other reasons I categorise it as a major surgery include the risks involved, the complexity of the procedure, the use of general anaesthesia, the length of hospital stay, and the altering of the anatomical structure.
A post-abdominoplasty overnight hospital stay gives the patient ample time to rest while giving the body the best chance for a successful recovery. With the help of nurses, medical personnel, and medication only available while in the hospital, patients can get all the professional help they need before heading home.
While a traditional abdominoplasty aims to remove excess skin from the lower abdomen, the aim of a Fleur-de-Lis Abdominoplasty procedure is to remove loose abdominal skin and excess fat on the lower and upper abdomen. Fleur-de-Lis Abdominoplasty (FDL) is a surgical procedure for individuals who have experienced extensive weight loss
In this belt lipectomy surgical guide, you’ll learn who is a candidate, how much it costs, what kind of results to expect, possible surgical risks, the length of recovery, the operation steps, and more. What is Belt Lipectomy Surgery? What it is: A body contouring procedure designed to remove loose