Skin Removal Surgery in Wilmington, NC
The next step in your weight loss journey
Skin Removal Surgery in Wilmington, NC
Amelia Wilmington Specializes in Skin Removal Surgery.
Skin removal surgery, also known as body contouring in Wilmington, NC, is a set of procedures specifically designed to eliminate excess skin and underlying tissue after significant weight loss.
After achieving your weight loss goals, it's common to be left with loose, sagging skin that can be uncomfortable and affect your body confidence.
At Amelia Aesthetics in Wilmington, NC, plastic surgeon Dr. Anthony Azzolini understands that this is a crucial next step in your journey toward renewed confidence and comfort.
This surgery can include a variety of procedures, such as tummy tucks, arm lifts, thigh lifts, and more, tailored to meet your unique needs and aesthetic goals.
The aim is to create a smoother and more toned appearance that reflects the hard work you've put into losing weight. Many patients find that skin removal enhances their mobility, reduces discomfort, and boosts self-esteem.
Recovery from skin removal surgery typically involves about 10-14 days of downtime, depending on the procedures performed. While you may start to see improvements shortly after surgery, the results generally develop over 12 months as swelling subsides and your body heals.
If you're considering skin removal in Wilmington, NC, Dr. Azzolini and the team at Amelia Aesthetics are here to support you throughout your surgical journey.
Am I a good candidate for skin removal surgery?
- Breast Surgery
Procedures like breast lift and breast reductions lighten and lift the breasts, while breast augmentation can add volume and shape. - Arm Lift
Reshapes the arm by removing excess skin and fat from the arms to show the muscles you have built underneath. - Liposuction
A tremendously useful tool, used in every other operation on this list or by itself, to augment natural shapes. - Tummy Tuck
Reshapes the abdomen by removing extra skin, repairing abdominal muscle separation, and slimming the waistline with liposuction. - Thigh Lift
Reshapes the legs by removing excess skin and fat from the inner thighs.
- Upper Body Lift
An upper body lift, also known as a back lift or bra line lift, removes loose skin and excess fat from the upper back and sides of the body. - Lower Body Lift
A lower body lift, sometimes called a circumferential tummy tuck, addresses sagging skin and excess fat in the lower back, outer thighs, and buttocks. It can be done in one stage or two.
Excess skin after significant weight loss isn’t limited to the body. Brow lift surgery, blepharoplasty, facelift, neck lift, and fat grafting are excellent tools for addressing volume loss and skin laxity in the face and neck after significant weight loss.
You may be a candidate if you’re concerned by one or more of the following:
- Descending/heavy brow
- Drooping/heavy lids
- Hollow under eye
- Deepening of nasolabial folds
- Loss of jawline contour
- Sagging neck skin
Why is skin removal surgery done in stages?
Your Amelia team is committed to achieving your goals safely and compassionately. That may mean dividing your skin removal journey into stages.
Strategically combining procedures and/or separating procedures into stages improves recovery, safety, and overall results.
Some considerations for staging procedures are:
- Skin Quality
Skin quality changes with significant weight gain and loss, and requires a specialized approach. For the best results, your surgeon will consider skin quality and skin laxity when recommending procedures and stages. - Recovery
The goal is to make your recovery as comfortable and independent as possible, and some recoveries work better together than others. Though you’ll certainly be resting, you’ll also want to incorporate gentle movements. - Risk of Complication
In some cases, one procedure’s healing can negatively impact the healing of the other procedure. For example, tension from skin removal in one area can increase tension on the incision of another procedure, increasing the risk of complications and scarring.
The specific procedures and number of stages will depend on your anatomy and goals. Stages are typically spaced 6-12 months apart. However, because these procedures are unique to you, your exact timeline may differ.
After an exam and an open, honest conversation, you and your surgeon will work together to create a personalized surgical plan that’s safe and achieves your goals. Remember, your consultation is your time—be empowered to ask any and all of your questions and share your thoughts and concerns.
Benefits of Skin Removal Surgery
- Specialized Surgeons: Amelia's plastic surgeons are experienced in skin removal surgery and understand the emotional and physical journey of significant weight loss, ensuring compassionate and expert care tailored to your needs.
- Comprehensive Pricing: The cost of your skin removal surgery includes all pre-operative, surgical, and post-operative appointments, anesthesia, surgeon fees, and operating room fees, ensuring no hidden costs during your journey.
- Addresses Excess Skin: Skin removal surgery effectively removes excess skin that often remains after significant weight loss, helping to create a smoother and more toned appearance that reflects your hard work.
- Boosts Confidence: Many patients experience increased self-esteem and a more positive body image after eliminating sagging skin, allowing for greater confidence in their appearance.
- Enhances Comfort and Mobility: By removing excess skin, this procedure improves comfort, makes movement easier, and reduces potential skin irritation and hygiene issues.
- Achieves Desired Aesthetic: Whether you’re interested in a tummy tuck, thigh lift, arm lift, or other restorative procedures, skin removal surgery allows you to tailor your body shape to align with your personal aesthetic goals.
- Individualized Support: Each patient is assigned a dedicated Patient Care Coordinator who will guide you through every step of the process, providing personalized care and support.
- Staged Procedures: Your surgeon may recommend performing skin removal surgery in stages, which can improve recovery, safety, and overall results tailored to your unique anatomy and goals.
Skin Removal Surgery Results and Recovery Timeline
- 1 Week
Most patients have another adult to help with daily tasks for the first week or so. - 1-2 Weeks
Expect 1-2 weeks of downtime. By week 2, many patients are back to their normal routine. - 6 Weeks
Many patients are cleared to resume activities and may choose to stop wearing compression garments. - 6 Months
Most but not all swelling has resolved for many, and is often when your “after photos” are taken. - 12 Months
You can expect your mommy makeover results around 12 months post-op.
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Plastic Surgeon in Wilmington, North Carolina
Skin Removal Procedures
Loose skin is common after weight loss. Here are some procedures you might be considering:
- Bra-line Back Lift: $11,300
- Tummy Tuck
- Standard Tummy Tuck: $12,900
- Extended Tummy Tuck: $14,500
- Fleur-de-Lis Tummy Tuck: $15,500
- Liposuction
- 360 Liposuction: $12,700
- Back Liposuction: $5,400
- Trunk Liposuction: $8,700
- Breast Reduction
- Standard Breast Reduction: $11,300
- Extended Breast Reduction: $12,300
- Gynecomastia: $7,600 - $9,900
- Breast Lift: $9,800
- Arm Lift
- Standard: $10,200
- Extended: $13,400
- Thigh Lift
- Standard: $10,900
- Extended: $14,500
Our Pricing Includes:
- All pre-op, surgical, and post-op appointments
- Anesthesia, surgeon, and operating room fees
- Individualized pre- and post-op support from our clinical team
- A dedicated Patient Care Coordinator to guide you throughout your entire journey
