 A Belt Lipectomy can remove excess fat and skin from
your abdomen and back eliminating sagging skin and
creating a more aesthetic contour of both your tummy and buttocks. It is most commonly performed on patients
that have lost a significant amount of weight after
bariatric surgery. The incision runs circumferentially
around your body. The procedure involves removal of
the excess skin along the lower abdomen and back in
order to elevate all the loose skin.
Our body contouring team will guide you through the process step by step. At the Desai Center of Plastic and Reconstructive
Surgery, we believe that patients, their desires, and
anatomy are all unique. Therefore, Dr. Desai evaluates
each patient and creates a customized surgical plan for
all of his patients to meet their expectations. Dr. Desai
uses the latest techniques to create a natural, younger
appearing you. To schedule a consultation, call us now
at (904) 262-DESAI (3372) or complete the contact us form.
Preparing for your Jacksonville Breast Lift / Mastopexy
Who is a candidate for belt lipectomy body contouring surgery?
Both men and women who desire improvement in the shape and contour of their thighs are excellent candidates. Patients that are post bariatric surgery / gastric bypass can have significant improvement from a thigh lift.
How do I prepare for my belt lipectomy body contouring surgery?
We ask patients to stop taking medications that may increase bleeding including aspirin, Plavix, NSAIDS (i.e. ibuprofen, Advil, Alleve, etc), and herbal supplements like vitamin E. Patients should be in good health and ensure they have their blood pressure controlled.
In addition, patients who smoke should begin a smoking cessation program as we ask patients to stop smoking three weeks prior to surgery. The nicotine in tobacco products decreases the blood flow to your skin and results in delayed healing and increased wound complications.
In addition, nutritional supplementation is an important part of the healing process before and after surgery. A full blood panel including nutritional parameters will be obtained and we encourage all of our patients to begin protein shakes or juices 3-4 weeks before and after surgery.
In addition, patients who smoke should begin a smoking cessation program as we
ask patients to stop smoking three weeks prior to surgery, especially for those
undergoing a thigh lift. The nicotine in tobacco products decreases the blood flow
to your skin and results in delayed healing and increased wound complications.
In addition, nutritional supplementation is an important part of the healing process
before and after surgery. A full blood panel including nutritional parameters will be
obtained and we encourage all of our patients to begin protein shakes or juices 3-4
weeks before and after surgery.
Recovering after your Belt Lipectomy Body Contouring Surgery
Our Florida body contouring team will help ensure a rapid recovery. As you
heal, it is important to keep well hydrated and nourished, as nutrition is an
important part of healing.
The procedure is under general anesthesia and patients are instructed to wear
compression garments for the first few weeks. Patients are admitted into the
hospital to ensure adequate hydration and pain control.
As the incision begins to heal (i.e. after 3 weeks), there are a number of things you
can use to help minimize the size and appearance of the scar. Massaging the scar
with firm finger pressure will help the scar blend in and decrease the swelling. In
addition, paper tape and silicone gel sheeting have both been shown to help
minimize the scars with time. Some commercially available products such as
Mederma or vitamin E may also have some benefit. Please call our Jacksonville
cosmetic surgery team at (904) 262-DESAI (3372) to schedule a consultation and to learn more
about this procedure.
Financing for your Cosmetic Surgery in Jacksonville
Our cosmetic surgery team constantly evaluates multiple companies to find the
most reliable financing options for our patients in Jacksonville, FL. Please view our financing page to learn about the options available to you.
A belt lipectomy removes excess fat and loose skin from your abdominal and back regions providing you a more contoured look in that area. If you live in Ponte Vedra, St. Augustine, or Jacksonville, Florida, please contact The Desai Center of Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery today to schedule a confidential consultation with plastic surgeon, Dr. Ankit Desai. And with so many affordable financing plans available, there is most likely one that fits your budget.
Belt Lipectomy Body Contouring surgery in Jacksonville, FL, Ponte Vedra, and
St. Augustine, Florida @ the Desai Center for Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery.
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