Plastic Surgery After Bariatric Surgery

The tremendous results obtained after bariatric surgery can have a pronounced effect on a patient’s life.  Unfortunately with surgical weight loss many patients are left with loose skin.  Patients who lose more than 80 pounds develop laxity of the skin and the soft tissues of the body.  Such laxity frequently develops in varying degrees and creates a significant cosmetic deformity.  In addition to the cosmetic deformity, this can interfere with the normal activities of daily living, causing hygiene problems which can lead to skin breakdown.

Choosing a plastic surgeon that is aware of these considerations after weight loss surgery is important.  Patients should have completed most of their weight loss and have relatively stable weight patterns. 

Another consideration is good nutrition.  Patients should be taking in adequate amounts of protein, vitamins and fluids before plastic surgery.  This is necessary to promote proper wound healing.

If you are interested in plastic surgery after your surgical weight loss and would like to have a pre-operative evaluation call us today! 

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