After Weight Loss Surgery in Fredericksburg, VA
- What Is After Weight Loss Surgery?
- How Does After Weight Loss Surgery Work?
- What to Expect Following After Weight Loss Surgery
- What Are the Benefits of After Weight Loss Surgery?
- Is After Weight Loss Surgery Right for Me?
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What Is After Weight Loss Surgery?
Individuals who accomplish significant weight loss are usually ecstatic, overcoming a big roadblock in life. Often, unfortunately, while their new shape represents a proud accomplishment, some individuals will face additional frustrations. This is often due to the hanging skin left behind on the body. Significant weight loss commonly leaves men and women with skin that cannot shrink to the new, slimmer figure. No matter where the sagging skin resides, plastic surgery is needed to reduce the issue. Plastic surgeons Dr. Howard Heppe and Dr. Pejman Aflaki offer skin removal surgery for Fredericksburg, VA men and women. This is usually a life-changing treatment at Plastic Surgery Services of Fredericksburg and is also a lasting step in their personal transformation.
How Does After Weight Loss Surgery Work?
Cosmetic skin removal surgery is typically considered a major treatment. It is performed using anesthesia and lasts about 3 – 7 hours, varying based on the number of procedures combined. Liposuction is often incorporated during the procedure to remove fat, followed by skin removal. Surgical skin removal does make larger incisions than other cosmetic procedures so scarring is associated with this treatment. During this procedure, every attempt is made by Drs. Heppe and Aflaki to create the incisions as discreetly as possible.
What to Expect Following After Weight Loss Surgery
When you are released from the hospital, it is important to take a few days to rest at home. Small tubes may be placed near the incision sites to help control drainage, and compression garments should be worn to assist with swelling. For most patients, it takes roughly 2 – 4 weeks until you can resume regular activities, but depending on the level of invasiveness, it could take longer. Dr. Heppe finds that most of His patients are back to normal around six months. After weight loss surgery can be life-changing for patients, with amazing results that are immediate; once healed, you will feel confident wearing the clothes you want and partake in activities without loose skin keeping you from the things you love to do.
What Are the Benefits of After Weight Loss Surgery?
Weight loss is a significant undertaking that you should be proud of; however, weight loss may alternatively present its own troubles, including sagging skin and unwanted clusters of fat. After weight loss surgery at Plastic Surgery Services of Fredericksburg could allow you to complement your transformation with a host of extra advantages, such as:
- Provides lift and firms skin
- Boosts confidence and a sense of self-worth
- Recontours your form for a more well-proportioned, uniform figure
- Produces an enhanced, more striking look
- Helps to reduce skin inflammation and itching
- Can treat multiple areas of the body
- Gets rid of unsightly loose, baggy skin
- Enhances mobility and exercise
- Helps create better posture
Plastic Surgery Services of Fredericksburg Reviews
My experience has been truly life changing! Dr Heppe has been so supportive from day one. He was open and honest and answered all questions I had. From the first appointment to even after the procedure he has been so helpful and kind. Making the decision to finally have surgery on something I was so self conscious about was hard but the best decision I’ve ever made! Dr Heppe and staff have gone above and beyond to make sure I knew every step of the process and even came in on Thanksgiving day for my post op checkup. If you are even thinking about having something done go in and meet with them! You truly feel like a part of their family! If I could give more than 5 stars I would!!
Thank You Dr Heppe for Changing my Life - The decision to have this surgery has been on my mind for over 20 years. I fought with insurance for years to get a reduction approved. A friend of mine had used this practice for a surgery and highly recommended Dr Heppe! I can’t 100% agree with her. He listened to my concerns and answered all my questions. I felt truly heard and understood. The surgery went smooth and recovery has been great thanks to him and his staff. I’m only a week post opp and already see so many changes in my body and clothes! I’m truly thankful I found the right doctor and made the decision to do something for me!
Dr. Aflaki was my surgeon for my upper eyelid surgery and I can't say enough good things about the doctor and the staff (and my results!). Everyone was friendly and professional and all my questions were answered and my concerns addressed.
Best Experience! - Dr Aflaki is absolutely an amazing and talented surgeon. I have been to 3 others so I can honestly say he is one of the best. I trust him completely, he knows what he is doing. All of my incisions are healing so nicely. I am so impressed and just like WOW! He is non intimidating, he is calm, patient, he listens very carefully. His closures on the incisions are amazing, and that leads to minimal scarring. You do need to do your part and stay hydrated, eat lots of protein during recovery and listen to what they tell you. From day 1 I was like WOW! Little tiny lines, like thin lines, and now healing flat and getter lighter everyday. I am so happy. So relieved and will totally have surgery with him again in the future for sure. He is honest, he doesn’t push and he is very real. Everyone is the office is so nice, down to earth and they all care. Day of surgery was so easy. I didn’t wake up in pain at all. The pain was so very minimal, and I was very scared of that and I shouldn’t have been. He and his staff are there if you need him during recovery. I highly recommend him and his team.
Dr Aflaki is a truly amazing surgeon! His bedside manners are calm, genuine, real, very knowledgeable, patient, he listens very carefully and he is not intimidating at all. He redid my breasts after having to have a lumpectomy elsewhere. I now at 53 have the most beautiful breasts ever!! They are straight, full and I have feeling in them, not numb at all, I am so beyond happy and relieved. The whole process I was not nervous, I had 1000% faith in him and his team. It was sooooooooooo very easy and I wished I had not waited so long for this. The scaring is so minimal and I am just amazed. His closure and suturing are the best. He knows what he is doing and that is why I am healing so nicely because of how he performs his closures and following orders to be careful and not active during recovery!! I am so very thankful to him and to his team. They are all so very professional, non intimidating and real.
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Is After Weight Loss Surgery Right for Me?
Ideal candidates for skin removal and tightening surgery often experience excessive loose skin following significant weight loss or weight fluctuations. This concern frequently becomes noticeable as weight is shed. If stretched skin has resulted from weight loss, skin removal surgery at Plastic Surgery Services of Fredericksburg can address the concern, creating a smoother, more contoured appearance by securing the remaining tissue. For the best results, patients should be close to a healthy weight before considering this procedure.
After Weight Loss Surgery FAQ
How much does after weight loss surgery cost?
Total costs for after weight loss surgery will depend on what is included in your treatment. In your initial consultation, we will design your personalized treatment plan based on your concerns. Once your treatment plan is finalized, we can better estimate your costs, including facility fees, anesthesia, care before and after your surgery, and more. So you can focus on getting the results you want from an experienced plastic surgeon, we accept several payments and can help you find low-interest medical financing.
Can I use insurance to pay for my after weight loss surgery?
Health insurance, for the most part, does not cover the expenses associated with elective surgery. Our practice is not contracted with any insurance companies and is unable to bill our services out to them.
What will be included in my after weight loss surgery?
Typical areas that are corrected in after weight loss surgery are the stomach, buttocks, upper thighs, arms, neck, and breasts. During your initial consultation, we will understand your needs and wants before performing an examination of your body. When this is complete, we will give you suggestions on what should be included in your after weight loss surgery.
How long will it take to see the final results?
Initial results can be seen immediately, but swelling and bruising will obscure the final outcome. Full results typically emerge over several months as the body heals and adjusts. Patience is crucial, as complete recovery can take six months to a year. Regular follow-ups with your surgeon will help track progress and address any concerns.
Will I need to wear compression garments after surgery?
Yes, wearing compression garments is typically recommended to help reduce swelling and support the healing process. They also aid in shaping and contouring the body to achieve the desired results. Our surgeons will advise on how long you need to wear these garments, which can range from a few weeks to a couple of months. Proper use of compression garments is crucial for optimal outcomes.
What kind of scars can I expect from after weight loss surgery?
Scarring is inevitable but varies based on the procedures performed and your skin type. Surgeons aim to place incisions in discreet locations to minimize visible scarring. Post-operative scar management treatments, such as silicone sheets or creams, can help reduce scar appearance. Over time, scars typically fade and become less noticeable.
Reach Your Goals
Losing weight is such an extraordinary achievement, and we congratulate you if you have finally met your weight loss goals. If sagging and wrinkly skin is a new frustration, Drs. Heppe and Aflaki invite you to learn more about your options for skin removal and body contouring. After weight loss surgery could further transform your silhouette and help you meet and surpass every one of the exciting body goals you made for yourself. Call Plastic Surgery Services of Fredericksburg in Fredericksburg, VA for more information.