Choose a highly qualified, experienced cosmetic surgeon for post-weight loss body contouring Surgeons who are certified by the American Board of Cosmetic Surgery (ABCS) are face, breast, and body cosmetic surgery experts who have passed rigorous evaluations and undergone dedicated training in cosmetic procedures
Most patients can return to light daily activities and desk work within 2 to 3 weeks following comprehensive body contouring or extensive skin removal
That contraction depends on: Collagen (the structural protein that gives skin strength) Elastin (the protein that allows skin to recoil) Support tissues beneath the skin When skin is stretched for a long time - or stretched significantly - those fibers lose strength
Collagen is key to skin firmness and maintaining a smooth, even texture
These factors make stretching, dimpling, and uneven texture more common in these areas compared to others
Beyond physical criteria, emotional readiness matters significantly