Losing weight is a hard process that pays off in the end because you are healthier and look amazing. But what happens when you lose the weight, and are indeed healthier, but you don't look as amazing as you'd hoped because of loose skin and stretch marks? If you've lost a significant amount of weight, 100 pounds or more, you likely need to turn to a cosmetic surgeon for the answer.
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The tummy tuck, or abdominoplasty, is one of the most common procedures among weight loss champs. The physician will make an incision low on the abdomen so that it can be hidden under a bikini. After the excess skin and fat are removed, the internal ligaments are tightened and firmed. The doctor will try to preserve the original appearance of your belly button, but if that isn't possible due to the stretching of the skin, the doctor can build you a new one.
Another common procedure for weight loss patients is breast lift, also known as mastopexy. In this surgery, the breast tissue is repositioned higher, excess skin is removed, and the nipple is relocated. You will have some scarring, but in the hands of a good surgeon scarring should be minimal, and will be positioned in a way that your bra or swimsuit can hide them.
Both of these surgeries are usually performed under general anesthesia and can often be performed at the same time, avoiding the need for multiple recoveries. These surgical solutions don't come cheap though. According to Dr. Brahme, the cost for these two procedures will be in the tens of thousands.
