Body Contouring Seattle
Arm Lift in Seattle
Also known as Brachioplasty, arm lift surgery in Seattle with cosmetic surgeon Dr. Jonov at The Gallery of Cosmetic Surgery removes excess skin and fat from the upper arm area. The natural aging process, gravity, and weight fluctuation causes skin to lose tone and elasticity. Liposuction alone can improve the contour of the arms when skin tone is good and excessive fat is the primary problem. If hanging skin is present along with excessive fat, an arm lift may be necessary. The arm lift procedure usually involves both liposuction and the removal of excessive skin to contour and surgically tighten the underside of the arm.
In Seattle, the arm lift is performed on an outpatient basis under local with sedation or general anesthesia. Recovery typically takes one to two weeks, depending upon the extent of work done. Most patients can return to work after 2 weeks, though strenuous activity should be avoided for longer. To protect the incisions after surgery, a dressing and elastic support may be needed.
Thigh Lift in Seattle
The combined effects of aging, gravity, fluctuations in weight and loss of skin elasticity all contribute to the lack of tone in the thighs. This loss of tone can cause the skin to sag or lose the smooth appearance of an earlier age. Along with sagging skin, the thighs can be an area of fat collection. For many individuals, in particular women, the fatty deposits do not respond to weight loss or exercise. Liposuction alone can improve the contour of the thighs when skin tone is good and excessive fat is the primary problem. In Seattle, the thigh lift procedure with Dr. Jonov usually involves both liposuction and the removal of excessive skin from either the inner or outer thigh or both. A thigh lift is designed to improve contour while tightening the skin.
Like arm lift surgery, a thigh lift is performed on an outpatient basis under local sedation or general anesthesia. Patients experience swelling and pain for the first few days after surgery; the pain will be managed through pain medication. Most swelling will recede after 2 to 3 weeks, though some may remain for several months. Patients typically return to work after 2 weeks, though strenuous activity should be avoided for at least the first month.
Seattle Body Lift after Massive Weight Loss
For men and women in Seattle who have achieved massive weight loss, the loose excess skin left behind can mar your weight loss results. Skin cannot always shrink back after a large amount of weight is lost, leaving drooping, excess skin on the frame, which can cause physical and emotional difficulty. For some, the excess skin is a cosmetic issue only, hiding the trimmer body they’ve worked so hard to achieve. For others it can cause physical issues such as discomfort and restricted mobility. In Seattle, body contouring can remove much of the excess skin and fat left behind by massive weight loss, improving appearance and offering a freer, healthier lifestyle.
Post weight loss plastic surgery in Seattle is a very individualized process. There is no set combination of procedures designed to address all post-weight loss issues. Body contouring with Dr. Jonov can include a breast lift, breast reduction, tummy tuck, liposuction, arm lift, and/or thigh lift. Through careful consultation, our experienced Seattle cosmetic surgeons at The Gallery of Cosmetic Surgery can advise those considering post weight loss surgery, explore surgical options to determine which procedures will best achieve the results you seek.
Breast Lift: addresses sagging and drooping in the breast by removing excess skin and repositioning the nipple to a higher, more pleasing position. In Seattle, the breast lift can be performed alone or in combination with breast augmentation or breast reduction to address issues of size as well as shape and tone.
Breast Reduction: reduces breast size and improves shape and tone. Breast reduction offers the cosmetic benefits of an improved body proportion and often alleviates medical issues such as chronic neck and back pain.
Tummy Tuck: removes excess skin and fat and tightens lax abdominal muscles for a contoured abdomen.
Liposuction:. removes stubborn fat deposits from problem areas such as the abdomen, buttocks, hips, arms, and thighs. Advancements in liposuction techniques allow for improved cosmetic results with less pain, swelling, and downtime
Face Lift: reduces sagging, excess skin in the mid-face, and tightens underlying skin structures.
Neck Lift: addresses issues of sagging in the neck using liposuction and tightening techniques. Neck lift surgery can also address issues of roping in the neck.
Arm Lift: removes stubborn fat deposits and tightens loose skin in the arms for a contoured look.
Thigh Lift: involves both liposuction and the removal of excessive skin from either the inner or outer thigh or both.
Realistic expectations are important for body contouring candidates. Although body contouring procedures can offer great improvement, scarring is an inevitable result and perfection will not be achieved. Through consultation, the doctors at The Gallery of Cosmetic Surgery can explore each patient’s expectations and discuss what can be realistically accomplished. Most body contouring patients find the trade-off of scarring for the removal of excess skin well worth it, though careful pre-operative consideration is essential.
For more information on Seattle body contouring options or to schedule a free consultation, contact us online or call (425) 775-3561 or (866) 346-0000.
