Weight loss surgery is becoming more common among Australians as we seek to gain control over the obesity epidemic we find ourselves in. Weight loss surgery is a great option for people that struggle to lose weight through diet and exercise alone in order to reduce the health risks that excess weight bring about. Unfortunately, such surgeries to assist weight loss can often leave patients with large amounts of excess skin which can create new health risks of its own. At Timeless Cosmetics we specialise in surgery that removes the skin that poses a health risk following weight loss through bariatric surgery as well as unassisted weight loss.
The risks of excess skin
Weight loss stretches skin which tears the proteins in our skin that allow it to retract. During weight loss fat cells lose their fat and the skin doesn’t return to its previous appearance. Once the weight is gone, the skin is unable to retract.
Large amounts of excess skin can rub together, causing rashes and ulcers which left untreated then become infected and can result in hospitalisation to treat the infection. Yeast infections are one of the most common issues with excess skin following a weight loss procedure.
The skin is also heavy which can cause issues including back, leg and shoulder problems. The discomfort that the pain and folding of skin mean some people are unable to sleep, and unable to exercise in order to maintain their weight and shape.
Surgical procedures to remove excess skin from weight loss
Timeless Cosmetics offer a number of body contouring procedures that remove excess skin that commonly remains from significant weight loss.
Abdominoplasty (Tummy Tuck)
Abdominoplasty, colloquially known as a ‘tummy tuck’, removes additional skin and fat from the abdomen/torso area to smooth the stomach. Dr Padovan offers advanced tummy tuck technology that in addition to skin removal, tightens and shapes a patient’s waist and back.
Abdominoplasty can be performed to tighten and re-position abdominal muscles, or not, depending on your preference and needs. This is something that you should discuss with your cosmetic surgeon during your initial consultation.
Arm Lift
Arm lifts, or brachioplasty, removes fatty tissue and excess skin from the upper arm that remains from weight loss and ageing.
While many patients use clothing to hide loose skin following weight loss, it can be difficult and uncomfortable to keep the arms covered at all times, especially in an Australian climate. For this reason, arm lifts are one of the first types of cosmetic surgery to remove loose skin that people consider following their weight loss.
Tummy tucks and arm lifts are just two of the most popular skin removal procedures following weight loss surgery, but there are procedures available for all areas of the body. Get in touch with Timeless Cosmetics on 9544 5200, or contact us online here, for further information regarding cosmetic surgery following weight loss surgery and your options.
