American Society of Plastic Surgeons

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Share your journey with other people just like you on the Patient Community or post your question to Ask a Surgeon to get an authoritative and trustworthy answer from our ASPS member surgeons. The views expressed in Ask a Surgeon and the Patient Community are those of the participants and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons.

Post your question to Ask a Surgeon to get an authoritative and trustworthy answer from our ASPS member surgeons

or share your journey with other people just like you on the Patient Community. The views expressed in Ask a Surgeon and the Patient Community are those of the participants and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons.

Share your journey with other people just like you on the Patient Community

or post your question to Ask a Surgeon to get an authoritative and trustworthy answer from our ASPS member surgeons. The views expressed in Ask a Surgeon and the Patient Community are those of the participants and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons.

Body Contouring

Four questions to ask before you consider body contouring

Four questions to ask before you consider body contouring

David L. Kaufman, MD | Folsom, CA Wednesday, February 16, 2022

Whether you have achieved a significant weight loss goal, are struggling with separated abdominal muscles or are simply looking to fine-tune your workout results, you may be considering body contouring treatments.

Is plastic surgery after weight loss a 2022 trend?

Is plastic surgery after weight loss a 2022 trend?

Drew J. Davis, MD | Folsom, CA Wednesday, November 10, 2021

Weight loss became a focus for some during quarantine, and many are predicting that plastic surgery after weight loss may be the new trend in 2022.

Getting the best results from nonsurgical body contouring

Getting the best results from nonsurgical body contouring

Frank Campanile, MD | Denver, CO Tuesday, August 17, 2021

Sculpted hips, shapely abs and toned thighs — most people want them, but not everyone can achieve them naturally. Strict diet and exercise regimes can only go so far in addressing stubborn layers of fat.

A variety of body contouring options offers customized treatments

A variety of body contouring options offers customized treatments

Frank Campanile, MD | Denver, CO Friday, January 31, 2020

There are many people out there who feel they could benefit from some sort of body contouring but are confused about which body contouring option would be best for them.

How to prepare for post-weight loss body contouring surgery

How to prepare for post-weight loss body contouring surgery

David Kaufman, MD | Folsom, CA Tuesday, December 11, 2018

Significant weight loss can often leave behind loose unwanted skin in areas of the body including the abdomen, arms, thighs and buttocks. If your weight loss has left you with excess loose, sagging skin, you might consider body contouring.

When is the time right for body contouring after major weight loss?

When is the time right for body contouring after major weight loss?

David Kaufman, MD | Folsom, CA Friday, July 13, 2018

Achieving a major weight loss goal is a huge success by itself and certainly a milestone to celebrate. Yet, even after having achieved their weight loss goals, many men and women struggle with excess skin after significant weight loss that can hinder their final results.

Body contouring completes weight loss journey

Body contouring completes weight loss journey

Jay Lucas, MD | Knoxville, TN Wednesday, September 23, 2015

After major weight loss, body contouring surgeries can remove excess skin to help patients complete their weight loss journey.

Common body contouring questions answered

Common body contouring questions answered

Jay Lucas, MD | Knoxville, TN Wednesday, August 12, 2015

ASPS has answers for some of the most common questions patients have about body contouring after major weight loss.

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