Excess skin removal surgery addresses loose, sagging skin that can remain after weight loss, including bariatric surgery. At Dr. Zetrenne Plastic Surgery Body Boutique, our board-certified plastic surgeon, Dr. Eleonore Zetrenne, provides personalized body contouring to remove excess tissue and create smoother, more natural-looking contours tailored to your body.
Restore a Firmer, More Sculpted Shape
Excess skin removal surgery is a form of body contouring that removes loose, stretched skin and underlying tissue that may remain after substantial weight loss. Depending on your needs, surgery can address areas such as the abdomen, arms, thighs, breasts, and buttocks. The remaining skin is carefully repositioned and tightened to create smoother, firmer contours. Liposuction may also be used when localized fat deposits affect the overall shape.
Who Is a Candidate for Excess Skin Removal Surgery?
You may be a candidate if significant weight loss has left you with loose or sagging skin that does not improve with diet and exercise. Ideal candidates typically:
- Have excess, hanging skin after substantial weight loss
- Have maintained a stable weight for at least six months
- Want smoother, firmer, more proportionate body contours
- Are bothered by skin that causes chafing, irritation, or discomfort
- Are in good overall health for surgery and recovery
- Are nonsmokers or willing to stop smoking as directed
- Have realistic expectations about results and scarring
- Are committed to maintaining a stable, healthy weight
What Specific Areas of the
Body Can Be Addressed?
Excess skin removal can address several areas affected by significant weight loss, including the abdomen, upper arms, thighs, breasts, buttocks, and lower body. Your procedure may focus on one area or combine multiple areas, depending on the location and extent of loose skin and your individual body-contouring goals.
Benefits of Excess Skin Removal Surgery:
- Smoother, firmer body contours
- Removal of loose, hanging skin and tissue
- Improved definition after significant weight loss
- Reduced chafing, irritation, and skin-fold discomfort
- Greater comfort during exercise and daily activities
- Improved fit and comfort of clothing
- More balanced and proportionate body contours
- Long-lasting results with stable weight maintenance
What Is Dr. Zetrenne's Unique Surgical Technique?
Dr. Zetrenne customizes your surgery according to where excess skin is located, its severity, and your natural proportions. Under anesthesia, she strategically places incisions where scars can be concealed whenever possible, then carefully removes loose skin and underlying tissue. Liposuction may be incorporated to reduce localized fat and further refine your contours.
Dr. Zetrenne customizes your surgery according to where excess skin is located, its severity, and your natural proportions. Under anesthesia, she strategically places incisions where scars can be concealed whenever possible, then carefully removes loose skin and underlying tissue. Liposuction may be incorporated to reduce localized fat and further refine your contours.
Excess Skin Removal Surgery FAQs
How Long Will It Take to Recover From Surgery?
Recovery varies according to the areas treated and extent of your procedure. You can expect swelling, bruising, tightness, and temporary discomfort initially. Light walking is encouraged, but strenuous exercise and heavy lifting should be avoided until Dr. Zetrenne clears you.
How Much Does Excess Skin Removal Surgery Cost?
Cost depends on the number of areas treated, surgical complexity, anesthesia, facility fees, and whether additional procedures are performed. Because treatment is highly individualized, you will receive a personalized cost estimate after Dr. Zetrenne evaluates your anatomy and goals.
What Are the Risks Associated With This Surgery?
Potential risks include bleeding, infection, fluid accumulation, delayed wound healing, scarring, numbness, asymmetry, blood clots, and anesthesia-related complications. Dr. Zetrenne will discuss these risks and your individual risk factors before surgery.
Why Choose Dr. Zetrenne for Excess Skin Removal Surgery in Manhattan?
The surgeon you choose can make a meaningful difference in both your experience and your results. Look for a board-certified plastic surgeon who specializes in cosmetic surgery of the body, understands the nuances of post-weight-loss anatomy, and takes the time to shape a surgical plan around your proportions, concerns, and goals.
Dr. Eleonore Zetrenne is a board-certified plastic surgeon specializing in cosmetic surgery of the body, with 15+ years of experience and expertise in cosmetic and reconstructive microsurgery. At Dr. Zetrenne Plastic Surgery Body Boutique, she maintains a selective practice so you can receive one-on-one, concierge-level care in a serene setting. Her background in cosmetic and reconstructive microsurgery further informs her individualized approach to body contouring. Schedule a consultation to discuss excess skin removal surgery in Manhattan.
