This is a combination of a buttock lift, outer thigh lift and tummy tuck.
The Best Candidates for Body Contouring
The best candidates for a body contouring are men or women who are in relatively good shape but are bothered by a
large fat deposit or loose buttock skin that won't respond to diet or exercise. The surgery is particularly helpful to
women who, through multiple pregnancies, have stretched skin beyond the point where they can return to normal. Loss of
skin elasticity in older patients, which frequently occurs with slight obesity, can also be improved. Patients who
intend to lose a lot of weight should postpone the surgery. Also, women who plan future pregnancies should wait.
All Surgery Carries Some Uncertainty and Risk
Thousands of body contouring surgeries are performed successfully each year. When done by a qualified plastic surgeon
who is trained in body contouring, the results are generally quite positive. Nevertheless, there are always risks
associated with surgery and specific complications associated with this procedure.
Planning Your Surgery
In your initial consultation, your surgeon will evaluate your health, determine the extent of fat deposits in your
abdominal region, and carefully assess your skin tone. Be sure to tell your surgeon if you smoke, and if you're taking
any medications, vitamins, or other drugs.
After Your Surgery
For the first few days, your will probably be swollen and you're likely to feel some pain and discomfort which can be
controlled by medication. Depending on the extent of the surgery, you may be released within a few hours or you may have
to remain hospitalized for two to three days.
Surface stitches will be removed in five to seven days, and deeper sutures, with ends that protrude through the skin,
will come out in two to three weeks. The dressing on your incision may be replaced by a support garment.
Content courtesy of PlasticSurgery.org
Northern California plastic surgeon Frank J. Piro located in San Mateo and Daly
City offers all aspects of plastic surgery including
surgery after massive weight loss, liposuction,
rhinoplasty and more. View plastic surgery photos
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