Losing a significant amount of weight is a major accomplishment, but it can often leave behind loose skin and stubborn fat deposits that diet and exercise can’t fix. Post-weight loss body contouring helps refine and reshape your figure to match your new, healthier body. These transformative procedures remove excess skin, tighten underlying tissue, and enhance body tone for lasting results.
Patients at Atlanta Plastic & Reconstructive Specialists receive care from board-certified plastic surgeons Dr. Bahair Ghazi, Dr. John D. Symbas, and Dr. Kendall Brooks. With extensive fellowship training and decades of combined surgical experience, they perform a full range of aesthetic and reconstructive procedures for patients seeking meaningful, long-term improvement. Our broader clinical team—including physician assistants, clinical nurses, and nurse injectors—supports both surgical and non-surgical treatments, ensuring that every patient receives attentive guidance and cohesive care. Surgical patients benefit from our AAAHC-accredited operating facility, while individuals pursuing non-surgical options experience the same high standard of safety, comfort, and thoughtful, results-oriented care.
Overview
Plastic surgery for the massive weight loss patient is often complex and challenging both for the surgeon and the patient. With the right team of doctors, these patients can be transformed and rejuvenated, completing the last step toward becoming a healthier, fitter person. We have developed a team-based approach to the care of these patients, both in and out of the operating room, to maximize patient safety and improve surgical outcomes. With the help of experienced office and operating room staff and two full-time surgical physician assistants, every aspect of patient care is addressed.
Experience gained from other plastic surgery centers across the country has shown that reducing operative times by using multiple surgeons and surgical assistants can improve safety and minimize post-operative morbidity related to hypothermia, blood loss, fluid imbalance, and DVT.
When to Consider Post‑Weight Loss Surgery
Most patients consider post-weight-loss body contouring after reaching a stable weight for several months. Ideal timing also includes maintaining good nutrition, resolving any medical issues, and feeling emotionally prepared for a surgical transformation. Patients often pursue treatment when excess skin causes discomfort, hygiene challenges, difficulty with clothing fit, or limits mobility.
Preparing for Post‑Weight Loss Body Contouring
Proper preparation plays a key role in achieving safe and successful results. Patients are encouraged to maintain a stable weight for several months, follow a balanced diet, and stay hydrated. A full medical evaluation may be required to ensure readiness for surgery. Those who engage in light physical activity, avoid smoking, and follow pre‑operative instructions tend to experience smoother recoveries and more predictable outcomes.
Recovery Expectations After Weight‑Loss Surgery
Healing after post-weight-loss procedures varies depending on the combination of treatments performed. Most patients should plan for several weeks of reduced activity and a gradual return to normal routines. Swelling, bruising, and tightness are common during the early healing phase. Compression garments, surgical drains, and follow‑up visits help support recovery. With appropriate care, patients typically notice progressive improvements in contour, comfort, and mobility over several months.
What Causes Excess Skin After Weight Loss?
Significant weight loss—whether through lifestyle changes or bariatric surgery—can leave behind loose, sagging skin. This occurs when the skin stretches beyond its ability to contract, which is influenced by factors such as genetics, age, the amount of weight lost, and how quickly the weight came off. Over time, skin may regain some elasticity, but many patients experience persistent laxity that can only be corrected surgically.
Why Choose Atlanta Plastic & Reconstructive Specialists
Choosing the right team for post–weight loss body contouring is essential, especially when procedures can be extensive and require experienced clinical coordination. Atlanta Plastic & Reconstructive Specialists offers a collaborative, safety-focused environment designed for patients navigating the final stages of their transformation, which includes the following:
This comprehensive, multidisciplinary approach allows patients to move confidently into the final stage of their weight-loss journey with support, precision, and results that reflect their hard work.
Schedule a Consultation
Ready to complete your transformation and achieve a smoother, more defined figure?
Contact Atlanta Plastic & Reconstructive Specialists to schedule your consultation at our Alpharetta office (404) 255-2975 or Buckhead office (404) 343-0897 today.