POST-BARIATRIC SURGERY

Service Description

What Is Post-Bariatric Surgery? Post-bariatric surgery refers to a set of plastic and reconstructive procedures performed after significant weight loss from bariatric surgery (e.g., gastric bypass, sleeve gastrectomy, SADI-S). While bariatric surgery targets weight reduction and metabolic improvement, post-bariatric surgery addresses the excess skin, tissue laxity, and contour irregularities that often remain after massive weight loss. It’s both functional (improving mobility, reducing skin infections) and aesthetic (enhancing body proportions and confidence). 🔍 Why It’s Needed After losing 30–70% of excess body weight, skin and soft tissues may not contract fully due to loss of elasticity and long-term stretching. This can lead to: - Skin folds in the abdomen, arms, thighs, and back - Rashes and chronic irritation (intertrigo) - Difficulty in hygiene and exercise - Persistent dissatisfaction with body image 📋 Common Post-Bariatric Body Contouring Procedures - Abdomen & Waist · Abdominoplasty or Fleur-de-Lis Tummy Tuck Removes excess skin, tightens muscles Arms · Brachioplasty (Arm Lift) · Removes hanging skin, improves arm contour Thighs · Thigh Lift · Tightens loose inner or outer thigh skin Breasts/Chest · Mastopexy (Breast Lift), augmentation, or male chest reduction · Restores shape and volume Lower Body · Lower Body Lift (belt lipectomy) · Tightens abdomen, hips, outer thighs, buttocks Upper Back · Back Lift · Removes skin rolls Face/Neck Neck lift, facelift · Improves sagging in face/neck after weight loss ✅ Benefits Functional – Improves hygiene, reduces skin infections, eases movement Aesthetic – Enhances body contour and clothing fit Psychological – Boosts confidence and body satisfaction Long-Term Maintenance – Supports healthy lifestyle after weight loss ⚠️ Risks & Considerations - Wound healing delays · Common due to long incisions - Scarring · Permanent but often hidden in natural folds - Seroma or hematoma · Fluid or blood accumulation - Infection · Managed with antibiotics and wound care - Nutritional deficiencies · Healing may be slower if protein or micronutrient intake is low 🕒 Recovery Timeline 2–4 weeks: Initial healing, return to light activity 6–8 weeks: Resume normal exercise with surgeon clearance 3–6 months: Swelling reduction, scars begin to fade 12–18 months: Final results and scar maturation