Massive weight loss either from diet and exercise or bariatric surgery can lead to problems with excess skin down the road.

This type of procedure might be right for you if you've ever said:

“I have ‘bat wings’ after my weight loss surgery.” 

“I lost weight and now I have flabby skin on my thighs.” 

While the extra weight and fat were present, they stretched the skin of the abdomen, arms, and thighs, and much like a spring that gets pulled too hard, it doesn’t snap back. Once the skin has been under tension and stretch for years it often won’t snap back, and even though you’ve lost the weight you still have the excess skin that hangs and rubs.

The procedure

Brachioplasty and thighplasty can be performed as outpatient procedures in the clinic or in the operating room if combined with other procedures. Liposuction alone is not sufficient to treat the loose skin since the supporting structures and tissue are damaged from chronic stretching. Liposuction can be added to help with any additional fat that is still present and can also help to reduce tightness on the incisions.

The method

The procedure begins with you standing, and we discuss which areas are suitable for removal in surgery. The affected areas on the arms or legs are marked and numbing medicine is injected. After all the areas are numb, liposuction may be performed to pre-dissect the area as well as remove any residual fat. Then, the excess skin is carefully removed in sections to make sure not too much is removed and the incision isn’t too tight, as this can lead to poor scarring.

Aftercare

Worried about what supplies you will need after your surgery?  Don't worry - we take care of all of that.  We provide all of the supplies you will need after surgery including scar gel, Arnica tablets for bruising, underpads for drainage after liposuction, and bandages.  These are included in the pricing that you will be given during your consultation.

For those who aren't having surgery with us, you can still find our list of supplies we recommend that can be purchased at Amazon below.

Supplies

*20% deposit required for procedures over $2000, estimated low monthly payment assuming 60 months financing at 6.99% of the remaining balance.  Subject to credit terms.  For specific details, please contact our office to speak with a Patient Care Coordinator.