Recovery from Plastic Surgery after Weight Loss in El Paso, Texas
Many plastic surgeons do not perform body lift surgery in one operation, but at El Paso Cosmetic Surgery, we are able to perform a full body lift at one time safely and with exceptional results. We realize the importance of a complete body transformation and have seen firsthand the way patients’ lives are changed by plastic surgery after weight loss. At our El Paso, Texas, the post-bariatric reconstruction procedure is designed to minimize downtime so patients can begin enjoying their new bodies and new lives as quickly as possible.
Hospital Safety
We perform body lift and post-bariatric reconstruction procedures in a fully equipped El Paso hospital rather than at an outpatient surgery center. Because plastic surgery after weight loss is typically extensive, the El Paso Cosmetic Surgery surgical center is not used for patients who undergo post-bariatric plastic surgery.
Recovery Acceleration
Two weeks prior to circumferential body lift surgery, patients are asked to donate two units of blood to aid their recovery following the procedure. The blood, which is returned to the patients after surgery, helps to accelerate the recovery process. The reason for the blood transfer is not to compensate for the loss of blood during surgery but for the blood vessels that are lost along with the removed tissue. During plastic surgery after weight loss, the surgeons at our El Paso practice typically remove a large amount of excess tissue. As a result, the patient loses all the blood that is contained in this tissue. Replacing that blood speeds the healing process by providing sufficient blood to carry oxygen and other essential healing agents to the surgical site. We take every step necessary to ensure that the treatment proceeds smoothly from start to finish, enhancing results while minimizing the length and discomfort of the recovery period.
After Recovery
Approximately three weeks to one month after surgery, body lift patients are able to return to many everyday activities with a renewed sense of enjoyment and confidence. Unlike patients who undergo body lift surgery in stages spread out over months or years, our patients can return to work knowing that the entire body contouring process is complete. Complications such as minor delayed wound healing sometimes occur, but generally do not prolong the recovery period. Follow-up care for post-bariatric reconstruction patients is important at El Paso Cosmetic Surgery. Our office makes it a priority to care for our recovering patients and supply them with all the information they need for a smooth transition into their new, active lives.
Contact Our Surgeons for Plastic Surgery After Weight Loss
Contact El Paso Plastic Surgery today for more information about the amazing transformations post-bariatric reconstruction can achieve. With plastic surgery after weight loss, patients at our El Paso, Texas practice can enjoy an improved body contour as well as enhanced confidence.
Testimonial:
I have always been concerned with my health and the way I look. I exercise and eat healthy, but most of the times that is not enough, especially after having babies. I thought about having something done to improve the way I look, but I guess I was a little scared, until I met Dr. Sozer. I felt very confident about the way he explained everything to me, his knowledge, and care. I am fascinated with the results and if I decide to have something else done, I’ll definitely go back to Dr. Sozer. I will certainly recommend him.
- M.R.
