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Refining and Reshaping Your New Body Following a Large Weight Loss

WLS Premium ContentRefining and Reshaping Your New Body Following a Large Weight Loss

Lori Sperling Nevins, MSW, LCSW and Danielle DeLuca-Pytell, MD, FACS

BRIEF ARTICLE OVERVIEW: Things to consider about plastic surgery & working with a plastic surgeon.

Nutritional Optimization for Body Contouring Surgery

BRIEF ARTICLE OVERVIEW: Specialized nutritional support proves vital to the patient wound healing process.

The Three Types of Abdominoplasties

BRIEF ARTICLE OVERVIEW: Dr. Katzen, reviews the three latest abdomen reduction/abdominoplasty procedures.

Selecting a Plastic Surgeon

WLS Premium ContentSelecting a Plastic Surgeon

J. Timothy Katzen, MD

BRIEF ARTICLE OVERVIEW: There are many key elements to consider in selecting your plastic surgeon. Dr. J. Timothy Katzen, discusses several crucial points to contemplate when choosing a plastic surgeon.

Common Questions About Plastic Surgery After Weight Loss

BRIEF ARTICLE OVERVIEW: Dr. Katzen reviews plastic surgery concerns and reveals the “cocoon” recovery process.

Circumferential Body Lift

WLS Premium ContentCircumferential Body Lift

J. Timothy Katzen, MD

BRIEF ARTICLE OVERVIEW: Not quite feeling comfortable in the skin you’re in? A body lift is an ideal surgery for post weight loss surgery patients seeking to lose extra skin. Plastic surgeon, Dr. J. Timothy Katzen, explains this life altering surgery. Choosing the right surgeon can make or break this procedure and effect overall surgery results.

BRIEF ARTICLE OVERVIEW: Plastic surgeon selection is one of the single most important steps you can do to optimize your post-operative plastic surgery wound healing results. Analyze four more essential elements that contribute to better wound healing.

WLS Premium ContentDont Be Afraid of Scars

Steve Fallek, MD

BRIEF ARTICLE OVERVIEW: Plastic surgeons want to keep scars as well hidden and small as possible. That is the optimal goal. Sometimes the two go hand in hand and sometimes they don’t. Plastic surgeons take into consideration all types of surgical procedures they have performed. Discover it’s not how you get there but the final results. Find out how longer scars means less complications and better results.

BRIEF ARTICLE OVERVIEW: After losing considerable amounts of weight, many bariatric patients will decide to have their new bodies contoured. Choosing the right surgeon and preparing for the initial consultation will seem less overwhelming when you know what to expect. Understanding the procedure well enough will facilitate a more informed and comfortable decision.

Plastic Surgery - Conturing Your Arms After Weight Loss

BRIEF ARTICLE OVERVIEW: Gaining in popularity over last four years, brachioplasties are among the most requested cosmetic surgeries. The removal of hanging or excess skin improves the upper arm appearance. This procedure lasts 2-3 hours and can be done as either an in-patient or an out-patient. Recovery is straightforward with patients resuming full level of activities by six weeks. Checking the surgeon’s credentials and experience yields a more rewarding result.

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