ZEAL CLINICS
Body contouring
after weight loss
Post-Weight Loss Body Contouring
ZEAL CLINICS
Body contouring
after weight loss
Post-Weight Loss Body Contouring
After significant weight loss-whether from bariatric surgery, lifestyle changes, pregnancy, or other causes-excess skin can remain, causing both aesthetic and physical discomfort. At Zeal Plastic Surgery Clinic, our body contouring surgeries target sagging skin to tighten your silhouette and restore comfort and mobility.
Whether it’s the abdomen, arms, thighs, back, or chest, our personalized approach delivers natural, lasting results. We understand the emotional and physical journey you’ve been through, and we’re here to help you reveal the body you’ve worked so hard to achieve.
Whether it’s the abdomen, arms, thighs, back, or chest, our personalized approach delivers natural, lasting results. We understand the emotional and physical journey you’ve been through, and we’re here to help you reveal the body you’ve worked so hard to achieve.
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What concerns are addressed:
- Hanging, sagging, or wrinkled skin after weight loss
- Discomfort from skin folds causing rashes or hygiene issues
- Emotional distress due to loose skin in visible areas
- Difficulty wearing fitted clothing
- Loss of body definition despite reaching ideal weight
Body contouring is highly customized and can address one or more body areas.
Tummy, back, chest, arms, thighs buttocks...
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You may be a good candidate if you:
- Have maintained a stable weight for at least 6 months
- Are in good general health and not planning future pregnancies
- Have realistic expectations about scarring and recovery
- Experience physical or emotional discomfort due to excess skin
- Are committed to a healthy lifestyle and long-term results
Zeal Approach to Body Contouring
At Zeal Plastic Surgery Clinic, Dr. Joe Baroud brings precision, empathy, and expertise to patients who have already taken major steps toward body transformation. Our skin removal procedures are meticulously planned to maximize contour, minimize scarring, and preserve function. We also offer complementary treatments such as PRP, Morpheus8 Body, and CO₂ laser therapy to enhance healing and skin quality post-surgery. Every case is approached holistically to match your goals, comfort, and long-term satisfaction.
- Procedure Overview
- Anesthesia: General
- Duration: 2 to 6 hours, depending on the areas treated
- Hospital Stay: Day surgery or overnight stay
- Downtime: 2 to 4 weeks
- Final Results: Visible after swelling subsides in 6-8 weeks; scars continue to fade over 6-12 months
01 - Recovery & Aftercare
- Mild to moderate discomfort expected the first 3 to 5 days -well managed with prescribed pain medication.
- Compression garments are worn for 4 to 6 weeks to reduce swelling, support healing, and aid in mobility.
- Movement and mild activity encouraged immediately after surgery and gradual return to routine activities over next 4 to 6 weeks.
- Avoid strenuous activity for 6 weeks
- Lymphatic drainage massages are recommended starting 1 to 2 weeks post-op to reduce swelling, improve circulation, and speed up recovery.
- Close Follow-up to ensure adequate healing
- Travel is safest and most comfortable when planned after 7 to 10 days from surgery.
- (Include travel info as last point for all surgery recovery and after care)
02 - Results & Longevity
- Tighter, smoother contours that reflect your true weight loss success
- Improved comfort, mobility, and clothing fit
- Results are long-lasting with weight stability and healthy habits
- Scars typically fade significantly with proper care and can be improved further if needed.
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Our techniques prioritize placing incisions in natural folds or discreet areas hidden by clothing to minimize scar visibility. Additionally, we provide comprehensive scar-reduction treatments post-surgery to help your scars heal as smoothly and inconspicuously as possible.
In many cases, absolutely! It’s quite common to combine procedures like a 360 degree tummy tuck with an arm lift, thigh lift, back lift or breast lift to achieve the best overall contour.
The exact combination depends on what’s right for you. We work together to create a personalized plan that fits your goals and ensures a smooth, safe experience.
The exact combination depends on what’s right for you. We work together to create a personalized plan that fits your goals and ensures a smooth, safe experience.
Not always. But when excess skin causes issues like rashes, infections, or limits mobility, its removal can provide important functional health benefits and may be medically necessary.