Skin Tightening After Weight Loss Surgeries
Skin Tightening After Obesity Surgery
Areas That Can Be Surgically Tightened with Prof. Dr. Ahmed Al-Sharifa
Sagging skin appears after gastric sleeve surgery because the skin lacks the elasticity needed to contract or shrink back after being stretched due to excessive weight gain. However, after significant weight loss following obesity surgery, you can address sagging in the following areas with Prof. Dr. Ahmed Al-Sharifa:
- Arms.
- Abdomen.
- Sides of the chest.
- Lower back.
- Thighs.
- Buttocks.
- Breasts.
- Face.
- Neck.
Who Is the Ideal Candidate for Skin Tightening After Obesity Surgery?
- Those who suffer from severe sagging.
- Those who do not plan to conceive or get pregnant to prevent negative effects on the results.
- Those with excessive sagging that hinders daily life or affects self-confidence.
- Those whose weight has stabilized after obesity surgery and who maintain a healthy diet and lifestyle.
Steps of Skin Tightening After Obesity Surgery with Prof. Dr. Ahmed Al-Sharifa
- The doctor will first administer general anesthesia under the supervision of an anesthesiologist.
- Prof. Dr. Ahmed Al-Sharifa will make incisions in the targeted area for sculpting or tightening based on its location.
- He will remove excess skin from the sculpted or tightened area and tighten the abdominal muscles while keeping the navel in an appropriate position.
- Finally, the doctor will close the surgical incisions with fine sutures to prevent noticeable scarring, placing small drainage tubes under the skin with medical bandages to help remove excess fluids or blood from the body.
When Should You Contact Prof. Dr. Ahmed Al-Sharifa Immediately After Body Skin Tightening Surgery?
You should contact Prof. Dr. Ahmed Al-Sharifa immediately if you notice any bleeding or accumulation of blood, if the surgical wounds are healing too slowly, or if post-operative swelling persists for a long time without noticeable or satisfactory results.