Each year, thousands of people worldwide opt for bariatric surgery as a path toward a healthier life. However, after achieving significant weight loss, many patients encounter a new challenge: excess skin. This is precisely where body contouring surgery comes into play. It provides a genuine outcome by addressing this common concern, contributing to a more complete and sustainable transformation in a patient’s journey to overall well-being.
Beyond the Mirror: Why Does Body Contouring Matter?
Excess skin after significant weight loss can negatively impact quality of life (QOL), interfering with movement, causing skin infections, and leading to emotional discomfort. Body contouring surgery (including procedures like abdominoplasty, brachioplasty, thigh lift, among others) offers a solution that’s not just aesthetic, but also functional and psychological. These procedures contribute to genuine outcomes by alleviating physical issues and boosting self-confidence, ensuring a sustainable transformation in a patient’s overall well-being.
Whats science says
A meta-analysis published by Obesity Surgery in 2018 revealed compelling genuine outcomes after analyzing 13 studies and over 790 patients:
↑ 28.5% improvement in physical function
↑ 45.7% improvement in psychological well-being
↑ 24% improvement in social function
↓ 2 points in Body Mass Index (BMI) post-contouring
While other improvements, such as body image and self-esteem, were also observed, the evidence is more robust in the functional and social domains. This further underscores how body contouring delivers genuine outcomes leading to a sustainable transformation in a patient’s daily life and interactions.
Myths and Realities
While often perceived as a mere “aesthetic tweak,” body contouring surgery should be viewed as an integral part of the post-bariatric journey. Its impact extends far beyond appearance: it helps to consolidate the genuine physical and emotional transformation, ensuring sustainable outcomes in a patient’s new life.
At For Good, We Do Things Differently
At For Good, We Believe a Real Transformation Doesn’t End in the Operating Room.
– We multidisciplinarily evaluate your health, motivations, and lifestyle.
-We include emotional, nutritional, and postoperative support.
-We design personalized health itineraries within certified clinical environments.
The decision is yours; the accompaniment is ours
If you’ve undergone bariatric surgery and feel your journey isn’t yet complete, body contouring can be that next step toward a life that’s more free, confident, and aligned with your new self.
Schedule your consultation at For Good and let’s continue transforming lives with science, empathy, and genuine outcomes!
