Post Bariatric Reconstruction
Bariatric surgery is a procedure, which surgically alters the stomach or digestive tract to minimize caloric intake and often lead to dramatic weight loss results. PSS is proud to have the Laparoscopic Associates of San Francisco, the foremost experts of this surgery as partners.Nearly all of the weight-loss surgery patients end up having skin excess abnormalities, which must be addressed by plastic surgery to achieve the full aesthetic rewards of their dramatic life change.
Frequently Asked Questions:
Q: How soon after bariatric surgery can I consider body contour reconstruction?
A: Your weight loss should be stabilized and your diet and regimen adapted prior to considering body contour procedures. For most patients, this will be 1-2 years following bariatric surgery.
Q: How does post bariatric surgery differ from standard abdominoplasty or body lift?
A: It does not. It is just more common to address many different areas of the body utilizing techniques, which had been developed over many years. In some cases, it is not possible to reconstruct all areas in one setting and the plan must be developed with an eye toward safety first.