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Post Weight Loss Surgery in Orange County

If you have lost a significant amount of weight following bariatric surgery or your own weight loss plan, you have no doubt seen great changes in your body. Most women and men want to put the finishing touches on their new body appearance by freeing themselves from sagging skin that doesn't shrink to fit their slimmer shape. Orange County plastic surgeon Dr. Graham Kemsley performs post bariatric surgery to improve the looks and the lives of many individuals.

Post Bariatric Surgery in Orange County, CA

After extreme weight loss, many women and men in Orange County seek out plastic surgeon Dr. Graham Kemsley for his surgical skill and experience. Plastic surgery after weight loss typically includes a combination of the following procedures:

• Arm lift removes excess skin and tissue from the upper arms through an incision that runs from the armpit to the inner elbow.
• Thigh lift sculpts and tightens the upper legs. This procedure can focus on the inner thighs, front and outside of the thighs (bilateral thigh lift), or top of inner thighs (medial thigh lift).
• Body lift tightens underlying tissue and removes excess fat and skin on the abdomen, hips, outer thighs, and buttocks to achieve a tighter body contour.
• Liposuction removes diet-resistant pockets of fat to enhance the final look of areas such as the arms, abdomen, thighs, and under the chin.

During your private consultation, Dr. Kemsley will perform a full examination, discuss your areas of concern, and customize a surgical plan for you. Some patients require multiple combined procedures, which are often spread out over several weeks or even months to allow adequate time for healing and recovery.

About the Surgery

Post bariatric surgery is a complicated and lengthy procedure requiring advanced surgical skills and great precision. Dr. Kemsley has over 10 years of experience performing this type of cosmetic surgery. The actual length of the surgery depends on the number and complexity of procedures being performed. Patients are usually put under general anesthesia and may remain in the hospital for a few days after their surgery for monitoring.

Recovery

After post bariatric cosmetic surgery many Orange County patients will have some swelling and bruising in their treated areas. Recovery times vary significantly based on the extent of surgery performed. Patients may be off work up to two weeks, and may need to avoid strenuous activity for up to eight weeks.

While any surgery involves scars, the majority of Dr. Kemsley's patients are in almost all cases happy to trade some scarring for a firmer, more compact shape and the increased comfort that comes from removing excess skin. In addition, patients enjoy enhanced self esteem and the freedom to wear a wider range of clothing options.