BODY CONTOURING

BODY CONTOURING - FLEMING ISLAND, FL*

OVERVIEW
Experienced Fleming Island plastic surgeon, Dr. William Wallace, works with many men and women who wish to enhance specific areas of their body. There are both surgical and nonsurgical body contouring procedures available at Fleming Island Plastic Surgery. These surgeries trim away and remove excess fat and then tighten loose skin for a natural looking lift to areas that have been impacted by weight loss, pregnancy, or aging. The latest technologies enables Dr. Wallace to perform body contouring procedures that produce stunning results. All the available options are discussed in detail during a patient’s consultation.
SURGICAL TECHNIQUE
Body contouring surgery can reshape, tighten and rejuvenate almost any area of the body, creating a newer, sleeker contour. In many cases, liposuction will be included during surgery. Common areas addressed include the neck, arms, breasts, abdomen, hips, buttocks, knees and thighs. During the initial consultation, the areas of the body that cause concern will be assessed and a surgery plan will be discussed. Some procedures may be combined into one surgery. For some individuals, in order to achieve the desired results, multiple surgeries may need to be staged over time.
DURING/AFTER SURGERY
All body contouring procedures are performed under general anesthesia at an accredited surgical facility. While the recovery can be somewhat trying, the majority of patients feel that a new, tighter body is worth it. Patients will notice marked improvement with sagging features, as well as see a smoother skin appearance. Patients should adhere to a healthy lifestyle, and limit sun exposure so the surgical results are not compromised.
BODY CONTOURING FAQS
 HOW MANY PROCEDURES?
During the consultation, the surgeon will assess the overall physical health of the patient to determine what procedures should be performed, and how many in a single setting. Depending on how many body parts will be addressed, as well as the extent of the surgeries, certain procedures will be grouped together. In many cases, the upper body will be addressed in one surgery and the lower in another. Staging the procedures helps to reduce the risk of complications such as blood loss and infection, as well as minimize the length of time it takes to recover.

 WEIGHT LOSS AND TIMING?
Body contouring is very common amongst weight loss patients. Most plastic surgeons will want the patient to be at or as close to their goal weight as possible. Patients who find it difficult to lose additional pounds because of loose and hanging skin can usually move forward with a skin reduction or body contouring procedure. This takes them over the “hump” and allows them to become more mobile which helps lose the final pounds.

 SAME AS MOMMY MAKEOVER?
In some degree, yes. A mommy makeover simply groups together certain body contouring procedures to address the most common body parts affected by pregnancy. This usually entails the breast, abdomen, hips and buttocks. While body contouring itself can apply to many other areas on the body, a mommy makeover typically only addresses the areas affected by pregnancy, childbirth and nursing.

 WHAT ABOUT SCARRING?
Some body contouring procedures will result in scarring. However, the surgeon will make every effort possible to minimize these scars. In most cases, they will be hidden under bathing suit garments and within the natural folds of the skin. Some scarring may be evident, but these will lighten over time. Most patients feel the results of a body contouring procedure are worth it and the scars become secondary.
CONTACT RELATED PROCEDURES
LOCATION

FLEMING ISLAND PLASTIC SURGERY
1715 Eagle Harbor Pkwy
Suite B
Fleming Island, FL 32003
Phone: 904-900-2704
Fax: 904-621-9272
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