Plastic Surgery
What is
Body Contouring?
Body contouring, or body sculpting, is a medical or surgical procedure that aims to reshape an area of the body. It may involve procedures to:
- - Get rid of extra skin.
- - Eliminate excess fat.
- - Reshape or contour the area.
Body contouring does not usually help you lose weight. Instead, it helps shape the body and address specific areas where weight loss isn’t effective or after significant weight loss results in extra skin.
Details of body contouring
What results can I expect?
The results of body contouring are generally long-lasting, provided that you maintain a stable weight and general fitness. As your body ages, it is natural to lose some firmness. However, most of your initial improvement should remain.
Following your physician's instructions is critical to the success of your surgery.
It is important that the surgical incisions are not subjected to excessive force, motion, swelling or abrasion during the time of healing. Your doctor will give you specific instructions on how to care for yourself.
F&Q
People also ask
What is body contouring side effects?
All types of body contouring devices and treatments have mild side effects. These side effects can include redness at the treatment or injection site, temporary redness, minimal swelling, tenderness, and bruising. These side effects can last anywhere from several hours to several days before subsiding on their own.
Do you lose weight after body contouring?
Body contouring does not usually help you lose weight. Instead, it helps shape the body and address specific areas where weight loss isn't effective or after significant weight loss results in extra skin.
