Jacksonville Belt Lipectomy after Gastric Bypass

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Jacksonville Belt Lipectomy after Gastric Bypass

A Belt Lipectomy can remove excess fat and skin from your abdomen and back eliminating sagging skin and creating a more aesthetic contour of both your tummy and buttocks. It is most commonly performed on patients that have lost a significant amount of weight after bariatric surgery. The incision runs circumferentially around your body. The procedure involves removal of the excess skin along the lower abdomen and back in order to elevate all the loose skin.

Our body contouring team will guide you through the process step by step. At the Desai Center of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, we believe that patients, their desires, and anatomy are all unique. Therefore, Dr. Desai evaluates each patient and creates a customized surgical plan for all of his patients to meet their expectations. Dr. Desai uses the latest techniques to create a natural, younger appearing you. To schedule a consultation, call us now at (904) 262-DESAI (3372) or (877) 790-0095, or complete the contact us form.

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Who is a candidate for belt lipectomy body contouring surgery?

Both men and women who desire improvement in the shape and contour of their thighs are excellent candidates. Patients that are post bariatric surgery / gastric bypass can have significant improvement from a thigh lift.

How do I prepare for my belt lipectomy body contouring surgery?

We ask patients to stop taking medications that may increase bleeding including aspirin, Plavix, NSAIDS (i.e. ibuprofen, Advil, Alleve, etc), and herbal supplements like vitamin E. Patients should be in good health and ensure they have their blood pressure controlled. In addition, patients who smoke should begin a smoking cessation program as we ask patients to stop smoking three weeks prior to surgery. The nicotine in tobacco products decreases the blood flow to your skin and results in delayed healing and increased wound complications. In addition, nutritional supplementation is an important part of the healing process before and after surgery. A full blood panel including nutritional parameters will be obtained and we encourage all of our patients to begin protein shakes or juices 3-4 weeks before and after surgery.

In addition, patients who smoke should begin a smoking cessation program as we ask patients to stop smoking three weeks prior to surgery, especially for those undergoing a thigh lift. The nicotine in tobacco products decreases the blood flow to your skin and results in delayed healing and increased wound complications.

In addition, nutritional supplementation is an important part of the healing process before and after surgery. A full blood panel including nutritional parameters will be obtained and we encourage all of our patients to begin protein shakes or juices 3-4 weeks before and after surgery.

Recovering after your Belt Lipectomy Body Contouring Surgery

Our Florida body contouring team will help ensure a rapid recovery. As you heal, it is important to keep well hydrated and nourished, as nutrition is an important part of healing.

The procedure is under general anesthesia and patients are instructed to wear compression garments for the first few weeks. Patients are admitted into the hospital to ensure adequate hydration and pain control.

As the incision begins to heal (i.e. after 3 weeks), there are a number of things you can use to help minimize the size and appearance of the scar. Massaging the scar with firm finger pressure will help the scar blend in and decrease the swelling. In addition, paper tape and silicone gel sheeting have both been shown to help minimize the scars with time. Some commercially available products such as Mederma or vitamin E may also have some benefit. Please call our Jacksonville cosmetic surgery team at (904) 262-DESAI (3372) or (877) 790-0095 to schedule a consultation and to learn more about this procedure.

Financing for your Cosmetic Surgery in Jacksonville

Our cosmetic surgery team constantly evaluates multiple companies to find the most reliable financing options for our patients in Jacksonville, FL. Please view our financing page to learn about the options available to you.

A belt lipectomy removes excess fat and loose skin from your abdominal and back regions providing you a more contoured look in that area. If you live in Ponte Vedra, St. Augustine, or Jacksonville, Florida, please contact The Desai Center of Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery today to schedule a confidential consultation with plastic surgeon, Dr. Ankit Desai. And with so many affordable financing plans available, there is most likely one that fits your budget.