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The journey of massive weight loss, whether achieved through dedicated diet and exercise or bariatric surgery, is a monumental accomplishment. It signifies incredible discipline, perseverance, and a profound commitment to a healthier, more vibrant life. Yet, for many, this remarkable transformation can be accompanied by an unforeseen challenge: significant excess skin. This can mask your hard-earned results, lead to physical discomfort, and sometimes hinder your full enjoyment of your new body.
At Conkright Aesthetics in Evansville, IN, we understand the unique needs and desires of individuals who have achieved significant weight loss. Dr. Conkright is dedicated to helping you complete your transformation, refining your contours, and revealing the sculpted physique that truly reflects your dedication. Dr. Conkright skillfully performs a range of body-contouring procedures to address specific areas of concern that persist after massive weight loss.
If you are still working toward your weight goal, Dr. Conkright also offers medical weight loss under his personal care through our Concierge Weight & Wellness Program.
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Dr. Conkright offers a comprehensive suite of body contouring procedures, often performed in stages, to address the unique needs of each patient. During your personalized consultation, Dr. Conkright will conduct a thorough assessment, listen to your goals, and develop a customized surgical plan.
For patients with significant excess skin and laxity in the abdomen, a tummy tuck removes the excess skin and tightens the underlying abdominal muscles, creating a flatter, firmer midsection. An extended tummy tuck may be necessary for more widespread laxity.
Reshapes the underside of the upper arm, from the armpit to the elbow, by removing excess skin and fat, resulting in a more toned appearance.
Lifts and reshapes sagging breasts in women, often with or without implants, and addresses excess glandular tissue and skin in men (gynecomastia) after weight loss.
A buttock lift is a surgical procedure that removes excess skin from the buttocks and tightens the remaining tissue to create a more lifted, toned, and aesthetically pleasing contour.
While typically considered a separate category, these procedures can complement overall body contouring by addressing facial and neck laxity that may become more apparent after significant weight loss.
This extensive procedure addresses the abdomen, hips, buttocks, and outer thighs in a single comprehensive surgery, removing excess skin and tightening the remaining tissues to achieve a smoother, more lifted contour.
Addresses sagging skin on the inner and/or outer thighs, creating smoother, more proportionate leg contours.
Ideal candidates for body contouring after massive weight loss are individuals who have:
If you have achieved significant weight loss and are experiencing the challenges of excess skin, we invite you to schedule a confidential consultation with Dr. Conkright. Let us help you take the final step in your inspiring transformation, allowing your inner vitality to shine through your newly sculpted form.
When the body loses a substantial amount of weight, particularly rapidly, the skin, which has been stretched for an extended period, often loses its elasticity and struggles to conform to the new, smaller body size. This can result in significant folds of loose, sagging skin in various areas, including:
Beyond aesthetic concerns, these folds of excess skin can cause a range of physical issues, including skin irritation, rashes, hygiene challenges, and difficulty with mobility and clothing fit. Body contouring after massive weight loss is not merely cosmetic; it is often a crucial step in achieving full physical and emotional well-being.
You’ll start your massive weight loss journey with Dr. Conkright by:
Many, if not most, of our procedures can be done awake, under local anesthesia, in our office surgical suite, for selected candidates. Others are done under general anesthesia at an outpatient surgery center. The setting depends on patient selection and the procedure planned; there is no set way and no guarantee either way. It is determined with Dr. Conkright at your consultation.
Because you are awake, you can help us move and position you during surgery. This is a definite advantage after major weight loss, when positioning under general anesthesia is extremely difficult.
Once you are prepped, Dr. Conkright will make incisions to remove excess skin and reshape the underlying tissue. The treated areas will then be closed and supported to promote proper healing.
After massive weight-loss surgery, non-surgical treatments can help patients refine their overall appearance, improve skin quality, and maintain a refreshed look.
Your Guide to Post-Weight Loss Surgery Care
The exact recovery timeline will depend on the specific procedures performed and your individual healing process. Dr. Conkright will provide detailed post-operative instructions, including wound care, pain management, and activity restrictions, to ensure a smooth and comfortable recovery. Compression garments are often recommended to aid in healing and reduce swelling.
Scars are an inevitable part of these procedures, but Dr. Conkright meticulously places incisions in less conspicuous areas whenever possible and provides guidance on scar management to minimize their appearance over time.
The cost of surgery after massive weight loss in Evansville can vary widely depending on the number of areas treated and the complexity of your surgical plan. Since many patients require a combination of procedures, pricing is highly individualized.
The best way to get a cost estimate for massive weight loss surgery is through a personalized consultation at Conkright Aesthetics.
Dr. Conkright brings a strong foundation of education, training, and real-world surgical experience to Conkright Aesthetics in Evansville, IN.
As a member of The Aesthetic Society, he meets elevated standards in education, ethics, and ongoing professional development, and, combined with his certification by the American Board of Plastic Surgery, this gives patients confidence in their decision.
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