Body contouring
What is body contouring?
Body contouring , also known as body sculpting or body remodelling, includes all techniques, surgical or non-surgical, that aim to improve the skin’s appearance and achieve smoother contours. Body contouring is commonly done following dramatic weight loss, for example, after bariatric surgery to remove excess skin.
Why is it done?
Body contouring allows the removal of loose, sagging skin that can remain after weight loss. Significant weight loss may occur after weight loss surgery, following pregnancy or from changes in diet. The loose skin that remains is not possible to shift with further diet and exercise, and would usually require treatment to smooth or remove.
What does it consist of?
Body contouring includes several options, both surgical and non-surgical. Among the non-surgical options, in addition to anti-cellulite creams and lotions that have only a superficial effect, is radiofrequency treatments that can eliminate fatty tissue without affecting the surrounding structures and, therefore, without damaging the body.
The most commonly used surgical options are tummy tuck (abdominoplasty), buttock lift, breast lift, arm lift (brachioplasty) and thigh lift. Liposuction is also used to remove excess fatty tissue.
Preparation for body contouring
Prior to surgical intervention, the specialist would carry out certain clinical tests to ensure you are suitable for the requested procedure(s). Any specific preparations needed for the given procedure would be discussed in detail beforehand with your surgeon. For most surgeries, it is recommended to suspend the use of tobacco and anti-inflammatory medications.
Aftercare
Some of the procedures done for body contouring can be performed on an outpatient basis, however, hospital stay will be required for more extensive cases. Your doctor will explain the aftercare expectations and any necessary follow-ups required.
Non-invasive body contouring
By Mr Foued Hamza
2020-03-05
Do you desire your dream body but dread the thought of undergoing surgery? Non-invasive body contouring treatments exist, enabling a new range of possibilities. Mr Foued Hamza is ranked as one of the best cosmetic surgeons in Europe, and here he explains all about these non-invasive ways to contour the body See more
All about VASER® liposuction: the procedure and the risks
By Mr Alberto Di Giuseppe
2020-03-03
Losing weight is never easy, and sometimes there are certain areas of the body where the fat just won’t seem to disappear. Liposuction techniques can help a patient achieve their ideal body shape, and one of the latest is the VASER® Liposelection method. Internationally recognised plastic surgeon Mr Alberto di Giuseppe explains. See more
VASER® LipoSelection aftercare instructions
By Mr Alberto Di Giuseppe
2020-02-23
After any plastic surgery procedure, it is very important to follow your surgeon’s post-op instructions. Proper aftercare is important to help your body to heal. The same is true after VASER® LipoSelection – a modern liposuction treatment that uses ultrasound to emulsify fat, which is used in body contouring. Renowned plastic surgeon Mr Alberto di Giuseppe is here with some advice. See more
SlimME – a new, non-invasive solution to body contouring
By Mr Giovanni Ferrando
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Leading consultant plastic and reconstructive surgeon, Mr Giovanni Ferrando explains the new, non-invasive treatment, SlimMe which effectively removes fat from up to 5cm below the skin layer. See more
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Mr Simon Eccles
Plastic surgeryExpert in:
- Facelift
- Facial reconstruction
- Children's plastic surgery
- Rhinoplasty (nose job)
- Blepharoplasty
- Body contouring
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Mr Kieran Power
Plastic surgeryExpert in:
- Breast surgery
- Tummy tuck (abdominoplasty)
- Skin cancer
- DIEP breast reconstruction
- Breast reconstruction
- Body contouring