- Enhance Your Shape and Confidence After Weight Loss
- What is After Weight Loss Surgery?
- Tightening and Toning: What Can be Improved?
- Patient Testimonial
- What Does After Weight Loss Surgery in Jacksonville, FL, Include?
- Improving Multiple Areas at Once
- Why Choose PVPS for Your After Weight Loss Surgery in Jacksonville, FL?
- Ponte Vedra Plastic Surgery Reviews
- Our Featured Work
- Frequently Asked Questions
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Enhance Your Shape and Confidence After Weight Loss
Often, after losing a significant amount of weight, a patient is left with areas of sagging/loose skin, creating irregular body contours and an imbalance in body proportions. This often leads to new concerns about body image and diminished self-confidence.
What is After Weight Loss Surgery?
Patients who have had dramatic weight loss either from dieting, exercise, and/or bariatric surgery have embarked on a major life-altering journey. While this can dramatically improve the patient’s sense of well-being both physically and emotionally, it is often offset by new concerns about their body image. They are left with areas of sagging/loose skin creating irregular body contours and an imbalance in body proportions. This often leads to new concerns about body image and diminished self-confidence. The incredible surgeons of Ponte Vedra Plastic Surgery in Jacksonville, Florida are able to help patients create a body they can be proud of by offering after weight loss surgery. Composed of a number of different surgeries and techniques such as tummy tuck, butt lift, and thigh lift, after weight loss surgery helps to create a body that displays your hard work and effort.
Tightening and Toning: What Can be Improved?
Weight loss patients seek 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 (“bat wings”)
- Loose and hanging skin on the neck (“turkey neck”)
“Brachioplasty, phase II: Next step in the journey! After weight loss surgery and losing 170 lbs, I had my lower body lift. Now on to phase II, shaping up the sagging skin on my arms…as I write this, I am on day 4 of recovery…still lots swelling, but I see where I’m heading!”
B., Realself, Oct 02, 2020
What Does After Weight Loss Surgery Include?
Common body parts that may need skin reduction surgery include the abdomen, buttocks, upper thighs, breasts, arms, and neck. The breasts and abdomen are among two of the most popular areas addressed. A large majority of individuals will address the breasts (with a breast lift) and the tummy (with a tummy tuck) in a single surgery. As you lose weight, you will notice which areas are most concerning, and you can begin discussing cosmetic surgery with your plastic surgeon.
What to Expect During and After Surgery?
After weight loss surgery is performed under general anesthesia in an accredited surgical facility. Patients are usually required to spend the night in the hospital 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.
Improving Multiple Areas at Once
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.
Most surgeons will group body parts together and stage them in multiple surgeries. Doing so helps reduce the risk of complications, such as blood loss and infection. Examples of this grouping include:
- Upper body (liposuction, breast lift, tummy tuck, arm lift)
- Lower body (liposuction, butt lift, thigh lift, lower body lift)
Why Choose PVPS for Your After Weight Loss Surgery in Jacksonville, FL?
At Ponte Vedra Plastic Surgery (PVPS), we go beyond offering plastic surgery—we’re a lifestyle dedicated to your well-being. Specializing in after weight loss surgery, we provide a comprehensive, personalized approach to help you achieve your body goals with expert care. With multiple providers, locations, and a team of board-certified, highly skilled surgeons, we’re here to serve all of Northeast Florida.
What sets PVPS apart is our commitment to continuing education, our national trainers, and our dedicated Care Teams. Each surgeon works closely with a Registered Nurse and PCC to ensure you receive the highest quality care. Contact us today to book your weight loss surgery consultation.
Ponte Vedra Plastic Surgery Reviews
I had my breast done in January with Dr. Hickman and she was amazing! She took her time with any questions during the consult, making sure I was completely informed and comfortable. Her work is amazing, I love the outcome.
I cannot say enough things about Dr. Bates and his Nurse!!! From my first visit to surgery and PostOp, the care I received has been top notch. When I had a minor complication Dr Bates was quick to give me a call and answer any questions I had. His bedside manner is what really sets him apart. If you’re thinking about using Dr. Bates just do it!!!! I will use him again for future operations.
Katelyn Oldenberg is fantastic. She really takes her time to make sure you feel comfortable and understand every step of the process. She asks the right questions, listens, and makes sure she has all the details to deliver the best results. You can tell she truly cares about her work and her clients.
Sharon Prince is the best at injectables, lasers, etc. Always enjoy my time with her at the Nocatee location as she always puts me at ease though I'm not particularly fond of needles. Her applications are almost painless! I encourage you to schedule your appointment with her today. You won't be disappointed.
I have been going to PVPS for 14 years. I feel like PVPS is part of my family. It is a completePleasure to walk into PVPS and feel right at home! Ashely is amazing and I have complete confidence is her. She is just like family to me!
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Frequently Asked Questions
When should I get after weight loss surgery?
Most plastic surgeons require patients to be at or near their goal weight before moving forward with this surgery. However, this isn’t always the case. 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.
Will insurance cover the surgery?
In most cases, no. Insurance companies consider 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 billing coordinator works to provide accurate estimates and thoroughly checks the benefits of each provider.
How do I know if my weight is stable enough for after weight loss surgery?
It's important to maintain a stable weight for several months before considering after weight loss surgery. Your surgeon will evaluate factors like recent weight fluctuations and overall health to determine if your body is ready for the procedure, ensuring you achieve the best long-term results.
Is it possible to target specific areas for skin removal during after weight loss surgery?
Yes, after weight loss surgery can be tailored to target specific areas of concern, such as the abdomen, thighs, arms, or back. Your surgeon will work with you to design a customized surgical plan that addresses the areas most affected by loose skin, helping you achieve a more balanced, contoured appearance.
Will after weight loss surgery help with skin irritation or discomfort?
Many patients experience skin irritation, chafing, and even infections in areas of excess skin after significant weight loss. After weight loss surgery not only improves the appearance of loose skin but also helps alleviate these physical discomforts, allowing for greater mobility and comfort in daily activities.