Body Contouring in Littleton, CO

Body contouring improves a person’s body shape after dramatic weight loss. With a few different procedures, Dr. Hunsicker and Dr. Nguyen tone underlying tissue that supports fat and skin and removes loose, sagging fat and skin.

Body contouring results are visible almost immediately. However, it may take a year or two before you can appreciate the final outcome. Surgical scars will remain, but results are long-lasting if you maintain a stable body weight and healthy lifestyle.

Ideally, body contouring should be done after your body has reached a stable weight.

Additional weight loss following contouring surgery can cause the reappearance of sagging. Should this occur, follow-up consultation is advisable to properly maintain the affected areas.

In the situation of weight regain following contouring, the skin may not be able to adjust. This stresses the already inelastic skin, causing stretch marks and scarring.

Maintaining a consistent weight is critical to ensure an attractive long-term appearance. Work with Dr. Hunsicker to create a weight management plan before and after your body contouring surgery. Sticking to your personal plan will help make sure your high-risk areas are managed.

Body contouring includes various surgical and non-surgical procedures designed to reshape and enhance specific body areas. Liposuction is one of these procedures. It focuses on fat removal through suction to contour areas like the abdomen or thighs.

Liposuction removes excess fat. However, body contouring can include other techniques, such as tummy tucks or lifts. These methods address sagging skin and enhance body shape more directly.

Yes, combining multiple body contouring procedures in one session is possible. It depends on the individual’s goals and general health, though.

For example, a patient may combine a tummy tuck with liposuction or a thigh lift. Dr. Hunsicker or Dr. Nguyen will determine if this approach is suitable based on the extent of surgery and the patient’s ability to handle several procedures.

Body contouring procedures like tummy tucks or skin removal surgeries can help improve the appearance of stretch marks. This is especially true when they are located on areas where excess skin is removed.

At the same time, body contouring is not primarily designed to remove stretch marks. Results may vary based on their location and severity.

Other treatments may be more effective for targeting stretch marks specifically. Talk to your provider about alternative options.

Body contouring can enhance body shape and remove fat. However, it is not designed to treat cellulite directly.

Some treatments, such as cellulite-targeting lasers or radiofrequency devices, may be more effective for addressing the dimpled skin caused by cellulite. Combining these treatments with body contouring procedures can also improve body appearance and produce more noticeable results.

Preparation for body contouring surgery involves:

• Maintaining a stable weight
• Quitting smoking
• Avoiding blood-thinning medications like aspirin

Your surgeon will provide specific pre-operative instructions. These may include scheduling lab tests, adjusting current medications, and arranging for post-surgery support.

Staying hydrated and following a balanced diet are also essential to proper healing. Careful preparation ensures the best outcomes and a smoother recovery.

Yes, you can undergo a body contouring procedure after pregnancy. However, you should wait until your body has fully healed.

Most surgeons recommend waiting at least six months to a year after childbirth to ensure your weight has stabilized and any postpartum changes have settled. This waiting period also allows for proper recovery and better results.

Additionally, if you plan to have more children, you may want to postpone body contouring procedures. Future pregnancies can impact the results of your surgery.