Post Weight Loss Surgery
in Scottsdale, AZ

Many individuals who have achieved significant weight loss often find that excess skin, stubborn fat deposits, and changes in body contour can impact their comfort and confidence. Post-weight-loss surgery offers a tailored approach to address these concerns, helping patients refine their results and restore a more balanced appearance. Whether struggling with loose abdominal skin, sagging arms or thighs, or drooping breasts, patients often pursue these procedures to enhance mobility, improve clothing fit, and feel more confident in their everyday lives.

Berardi Aesthetics & Plastic Surgery in Scottsdale offers comprehensive surgical options to support your aesthetic goals and achieve lasting results.

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What Is Post-Weight-
Loss Surgery?

Post-weight-loss surgery is designed to help patients refine their results after a weight loss journey. While diet and exercise can significantly reduce body fat, they may not always address excess skin, stubborn fat deposits, or changes in body shape that occur after substantial weight loss.

Our procedures target areas such as the abdomen, arms, thighs, back, and breasts to remove loose skin and restore a smoother, more toned appearance. For many patients, post-weight-loss surgery is a crucial step in completing their transformation, enhancing comfort, mobility, and confidence while showcasing the results of their dedication and hard work.

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Consultation & Preparation for Surgery

During the initial consultation, Dr. Berardi reviews the patient’s weight loss history and overall health to determine the most effective approach for their treatment. He discusses the patient’s goals, examines areas of concern, and outlines potential procedures that can achieve the desired results. This information is then used to create a personalized surgical plan, tailored to the patient’s body and objectives. Patients also receive guidance on preoperative preparation, including lifestyle adjustments, nutrition, and any necessary medical evaluations, to ensure they are fully prepared for a safe and successful surgery.

Post-Weight-Loss
Procedures

Arm Lift

An arm lift is designed to remove loose skin from the upper arms, creating a smoother and more toned appearance. This procedure is ideal for patients who have noticed sagging or excess skin after significant weight loss and want to improve the contour of their arms. Dr. Berardi customizes the approach to achieve natural-looking results while minimizing scarring.

Breast Lift

A breast lift targets sagging skin to restore a more youthful and lifted appearance. By removing excess tissue and repositioning the breast, Dr. Berardi helps patients achieve improved shape and symmetry, addressing changes that often occur after a weight loss journey.

Tummy Tuck

Many patients seek a tummy tuck to address excess skin and repair separated abdominal muscles that can result from significant weight loss or pregnancy. Dr. Berardi sculpts the abdomen to create a firmer, smoother midsection, improving both appearance and core support.

Buttock Lift

A buttock lift is a surgical procedure designed to remove excess skin and reshape the buttocks. This procedure enhances contour and proportion, helping patients achieve a more balanced and youthful lower body profile.

Thigh Lift

A thigh lift targets the inner and outer thighs, removing excess skin and tightening the area for a more toned and contoured appearance. Dr. Berardi carefully plans the procedure to improve proportion while minimizing visible scarring.

Upper Body Lift Surgery

Upper body lift surgery is an extensive procedure that addresses skin laxity across the chest, back, and arms. This surgery is ideal for patients who have experienced significant weight loss and want to achieve a smoother, more defined upper body contour.

Lower Body Lift Surgery

A lower body lift focuses on the abdomen, hips, buttocks, and thighs to remove excess skin and improve overall body shape. Dr. Berardi tailors the lower body lift procedure to each patient, ensuring results that enhance comfort, mobility, and confidence.

How Is the Surgery Performed?

Anesthesia

Post-weight-loss surgery is performed under general anesthesia to ensure patient comfort and safety throughout the procedure. Our team monitors vital signs and adjusts anesthesia as needed, creating a controlled surgical environment while performing multiple contouring procedures as required.

Incisions

Each procedure begins with carefully planned incisions designed to maximize results while minimizing visible scarring. The placement of these incisions varies depending on the area being treated, and Dr. Berardi takes care to ensure they are positioned in natural skin folds or less conspicuous locations whenever possible.

Excess Skin Removal

A primary goal of post-weight-loss surgery is to contour the body by removing excess skin. Dr. Berardi removes excess skin from targeted areas, such as the abdomen, arms, thighs, and buttocks, to create a firmer, smoother appearance and restore a more proportionate body shape after significant weight loss.

Fat Contouring

In addition to addressing loose skin, stubborn fat pockets may remain despite a successful weight loss journey. Dr. Berardi carefully sculpts these areas to enhance the overall body contour, blending the results seamlessly with surrounding tissue for a natural-looking outcome.

Tissue Reshaping

Once excess skin and fat are addressed, Dr. Berardi reshapes and repositions underlying tissue to optimize body contours. This step is crucial for areas such as the breasts, buttocks, and abdomen, where repositioning tissue can significantly improve symmetry and proportion.

Closure

After reshaping the body, Dr. Berardi closes the incisions with precision to promote proper healing and reduce the risk of visible scarring. Advanced techniques and meticulous suturing help ensure that scars are as discreet as possible while supporting long-lasting results.

Recovery After Post-
Weight-Loss Surgery

First Day

During the first 24 hours after surgery, patients experience swelling, bruising, and mild discomfort. Pain management and close monitoring are essential during this initial recovery period. Patients are encouraged to rest and avoid unnecessary movement to support healing and minimize the risk of complications.

Week 1

In week 1, patients begin to regain mobility while still limiting strenuous activity. Most patients are instructed to wear compression garments to reduce swelling and support the areas that were treated. Gentle walking is encouraged to promote circulation, but physical activity beyond light movement should be avoided.

Weeks 2 to 3

During weeks 2 to 3, swelling and bruising begin to subside. Patients can gradually increase light physical activity, though care should still be taken to avoid overexertion. Compression garments continue to provide support and help minimize swelling during this phase.

Weeks 4 to 6

By weeks 4 to 6, most patients notice significant improvement in comfort and mobility. Physical activity can be increased gradually, focusing on low-impact exercises as approved by Dr. Berardi. Maintaining a healthy lifestyle, including balanced nutrition and proper hydration, supports the healing process.

Weeks 6 and Beyond

Recovery may continue for up to one year as residual swelling subsides. After 6 weeks, patients can return to more vigorous physical activity and exercise routines while continuing to monitor their body’s response. Ongoing attention to a healthy lifestyle helps maintain results and supports long-term well-being.

Candidates for Post-Weight-Loss Surgery

Post-weight-loss surgery is suitable for individuals who want to achieve better cosmetic results after losing weight. Ideal candidates have achieved a stable weight and maintained it for at least 6 months, ensuring that the results from surgical intervention will be long-lasting. Patients may still have areas of excess fat or loose skin that do not respond to diet and exercise.

Those in good overall health, with realistic expectations and a commitment to maintaining a healthy lifestyle, are often the best candidates for these procedures.

Benefits of Post-
Weight-Loss Surgery

Many patients who have achieved dramatic weight loss often find that lingering loose skin and body changes can affect confidence and comfort. Post-weight-loss surgery allows them to address these concerns and refine their overall body shape.

Creates a more contoured appearance
Improves comfort and ease of movement
Reduces irritation caused by excess skin
Boosts self-confidence and body image
Creates natural-looking results that complement the patient’s weight loss journey
Improves clothing fit and wardrobe options

Cost of Post-Weight-Loss Surgery in Scottsdale, AZ

The cost of post-weight-loss surgery in Scottsdale typically ranges from $8,000 to $25,000, depending on the number of areas treated and the complexity of the procedures involved. Factors such as the extent of excess skin removal, the combination of multiple surgeries, and the specific techniques used by Dr. Berardi can influence the final price.

To receive a personalized estimate and learn more about financing options, schedule a consultation with Dr. Berardi today.

Achieve Lasting Results
with Our Body Contouring
Procedures

After a major weight loss, many patients experience changes in skin elasticity and areas of loose skin that cannot be addressed through diet or exercise alone. Through carefully planned cosmetic procedures, Dr. Berardi targets these concerns to help our patients achieve a smoother, more toned appearance. By removing a significant amount of excess skin and reshaping underlying tissue, our surgeries not only enhance body contours but also provide long-lasting results that highlight the hard work and dedication of each patient’s weight loss journey.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Why do many people need cosmetic surgery after achieving weight loss through lifestyle changes or bariatric surgery?

Massive weight loss patients often experience hanging skin that cannot tighten on its own, even after reaching their goal weight. For post-bariatric surgery patients, cosmetic procedures help address loose skin and refine the body’s contours, completing the transformation. Achieving the desired body contours is a gradual process, as surgery allows for the removal of excess skin and targeted contouring in areas that have not responded to weight loss alone.

Are the body lift procedures safe?

Yes, body lift procedures are safe when performed by an experienced surgeon. These surgeries focus on skin removal and contouring, and Dr. Berardi follows strict protocols to minimize risks and ensure optimal results for patients. Proper preparation, monitoring, and post-operative care all contribute to a safe surgical experience.

Is Dr. Berardi a board-certified plastic surgeon?

Yes, Dr. Berardi is a board-certified plastic surgeon with extensive experience in post-bariatric body contouring. He specializes in procedures designed to remove sagging skin, reshape the body, and help patients achieve natural-looking results after significant weight loss.

Confidence is crafted with care.

Post Weight Loss Surgery in Scottsdale, AZ

What Is Post-Weight-Loss Surgery?