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Excess skin removal surgery after massive weight loss<\/h2>\n

Bariatric surgery<\/a> is performed in people with great excess body weight<\/strong>, when diet and exercise have not worked and the patient has serious health problems due to his or her weight.<\/p>\n

Bariatric surgery consists of surgical procedures such as stomach reduction, gastric bypass, gastric sleeve….<\/strong> to treat obesity, whose objective is a large decrease in the patient’s body weight, in order to improve their quality of life and minimize the risk of diseases derived from obesity.<\/p>\n

Weight loss, whether through bariatric surgery or diet and exercise is truly a life-changing event.<\/p>\n

You look and feel better, you feel healthier and more vital.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

You are drawn to activities that you have never been able to do before. Sometimes these activities, whether it’s shopping for new clothes, flying in an airplane, or sitting in a movie theater, are a very different experience for you.<\/p>\n

Excess skin removal surgery after gastric bypass or gastric sleeve<\/h2>\n

After gastric bypass surgery or gastric sleeve surgery, patients often face aesthetic problems related to the excess skin and loss of elasticity in various areas of the body, such as the abdomen, arms, thighs and chest. <\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

This situation can generate discomfort and affect self-esteem. <\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

Cosmetic surgery offers effective solutions through procedures such as abdominoplasty, arm and thigh lifts, and mastopexy, which remove excess skin, improve body contours and contribute to a firmer, more toned appearance, helping patients feel better about their new body image.<\/p>\n

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While most of the changes that accompany weight loss are positive, excess loose skin is a major concern for you.\nSagging skin affects both your comfort and self-confidence, and ends up being a daily reminder of your former state.<\/q><\/blockquote>\n

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What is post-bariatric or post-obesity surgery?<\/h3>\n

Post bariatric surgery is a form of reconstructive surgery and is performed for to tighten the tissues and eliminate excess skin.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

The objective pursued is both at a physical level, to improve the aesthetic appearance<\/strong> of those areas of the patient’s anatomy that have been affected by massive weight loss, and at a psychological and emotional level as it helps you regain confidence and self-esteem.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Who may need excess skin removal surgery?<\/h2>\n

Predicting who is going to have problems with skin sagging, or excess loose skin after weight loss, is difficult to determine.<\/p>\n

However, the vast majority of patients who suffer from very evident excess weight, and undergo obesity surgery, will suffer from excess loose and sagging skin.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

The way your body looks, i.e. the appearance of your body contour after massive weight loss, is directly related to your skin’s ability to retract (shrink, adapt) over your new figure.<\/p>\n

This ability of the skin to adapt is known as elasticity.<\/p>\n

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  • The more elastic your skin is, the better it will be able to adjust to your new body shape.<\/strong><\/li>\n
  • In general, the skin on the regions of your body that are more stretched<\/strong> due to excess fat accumulated in the area tends to be less elastic<\/strong>.<\/li>\n
  • Elasticity also decreases with age, sun exposure and smoking<\/strong>, and is affected by genetic factors<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    The other part of the equation is how much weight you are losing in each of the different parts of your body.<\/p>\n

    If you have most of your excess weight in the abdominal area, and that part of your body has also suffered most of the weight loss, then the skin in that region should contract more.<\/p>\n

    Symptoms treated with excess skin removal surgery<\/h2>\n

    Almost every part of the body can be affected by sagging skin after weight loss.<\/p>\n

    The area of most concern is usually the abdomen.<\/strong><\/p>\n

    A hanging apron, called a pannus, can cause a fold of skin on the front of the abdomen.<\/p>\n

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    • In addition to preventing clothing from fitting properly<\/strong><\/span>pannus can cause symptoms of rash and skin irritation. rash and skin irritation.<\/strong><\/span> These symptoms tend to be worse in hot weather.<\/li>\n
    • An extremely large and heavy hanging skirt can interfere with exercise and even normal activities<\/strong>,<\/span> as well as cause lower back pain problems. lower back pain.<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n
    • Less commonly it can lead to chronic infections<\/strong><\/span> in the area.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      While the abdominal area is the body area that causes the most concern due to excess hanging skin, rashes and irritation<\/strong> can also occur in other body areas, such as in the skin folds under the breasts, on the thighs or on the back.<\/strong><\/p>\n

      Excess loose or sagging skin on the upper arms and groin<\/strong> can be bothersome for many patients.<\/p>\n

      Skin eruptions are less common in these areas, but sagging skin can cause discomfort during physical activity and embarrassment, especially in young women.<\/p>\n

      When is the right time to consider post bariatric plastic surgery?<\/h3>\n

      The best time to consider plastic surgery is when you have reached a stable weight as close as possible to your target weight.<\/strong><\/p>\n

      This usually occurs 12 to 18 months after 12 to 18 months after gastric bypass or gastric banding<\/strong><\/span> after gastric bypass or gastric banding surgery.<\/p>\n

      We prefer patients to have a stable weight for stable weight for 3 months<\/strong><\/span> before undergoing surgery.<\/p>\n

      There are several reasons for this time.<\/p>\n

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      • First, your body is in a negative nutritional balance during rapid weight loss, so it is not in the best condition to heal new surgical wounds<\/strong>.<\/li>\n
      • Second, the risk of complications<\/strong> from surgery decreases as body mass index (BMI) decreases.<\/strong><\/li>\n
      • Third, the<\/strong> aesthetic results<\/strong> of surgery tend to get better as you get closer to your goal weight.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

        In fact, we can offer you safer surgical options if you are close to your goal weight than if your BMI remains high.<\/p>\n

        What if you have reached a plateau and have stabilized your weight well above your target weight?<\/h3>\n

        This is a common problem and Dr. Antolin recommends making an effort to continue to lose weight before having plastic surgery. <\/strong><\/p>\n

        However, most of the time it is not realistic that the patient will continue to lose weight significantly in the short term and the patient may become demoralized.<\/p>\n

        However, after post-bariatric surgery, the patient feels lighter, more agile and, above all, motivated. lighter, more agile, and above all, motivated to follow a healthier<\/span><\/strong> to follow a healthier lifestyle, exercise, and gain muscle mass.<\/p>\n

        Recommendations before excess skin removal surgery<\/h2>\n

        Having a healthy and stable weight helps prepare you for plastic surgery, but good nutrition is vital to maintain that weight in the long term and to recover properly.<\/p>\n

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        • Make sure you are consuming enough protein<\/strong> (your body needs it to recover from surgery) and that you are taking the supplements recommended by your bariatric surgeon.<\/li>\n
        • If you have recurrent vomiting, schedule a follow-up<\/strong> consultation with your bariatric surgeon.<\/strong><\/li>\n
        • A good exercise program<\/strong> is another useful factor that will tone your muscles. This leads to better results after surgery, and contributes to long-term weight loss success.<\/li>\n
        • If you smoke<\/strong> cigarettes, stop smoking<\/strong> at least one month before your surgery date. Not only will you feel better, but you will significantly decrease the chances of having complications from the surgery. We do not operate on active smokers.<\/li>\n
        • If you take herbal medications, please inform us<\/strong> and stop taking them at least two weeks prior to surgery. Many herbal remedies have the potential to be dangerous, as they can cause interactions with anesthesia medications.<\/li>\n
        • Make sure that now is the right time for surgery. You will need adequate time off work, so you can have a smooth recovery.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

          Keys to successful post bariatric plastic surgery<\/h3>\n

          It is about understand your own goals and expectations.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

          What parts of your body really bother you the most?<\/p>\n

          Do they bother you enough to undergo surgery?<\/p>\n

          Can you tell me the parts that bother you in order of priority?<\/p>\n

          What do you want to achieve in each of the body areas to be satisfied with the results?<\/p>\n

          Think about these things before you come to the office.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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          The more I know what your priorities are, the more and better I can help you.<\/q><\/blockquote>\n

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          Selecting a surgeon<\/h3>\n

          Plastic surgery after weight loss requires special expertise.<\/p>\n

          You are looking for a surgeon who has a special interest<\/strong><\/span> in helping weight loss patients, who has demonstrable experience with these demonstrable experience with these procedures, and above all<\/span><\/strong>procedures, and above all, who empathizes with you, listens to you, understands your problems and your priorities<\/span><\/strong>and gives you personalized and realistic information about your problem, the therapeutic options and the results.<\/p>\n

          In our office and with our team you will find a warm, human, respectful and motivated environment to put our knowledge and experience at your service.<\/p>\n

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          Patient testimonials after excess skin removal surgery<\/h2>\n

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