Liposuction is a well-known form of plastic surgery that helps get rid of stubborn fat pockets. It is ideal for those who have a healthy weight, but have areas on their bodies where the fat remains, regardless of diet and exercise. A cosmetic surgeon uses a cannula, or a vacuum, to suction fat out of the body. One common side effect post-surgery is loose skin. This may give the appearance of fatty tissue when it is simply skin that has not regained firmness. A few options exist for those who wish to lose skin after liposuction.
Step 1
Build up muscle tone in the area that underwent liposuction. You can reduce the saggy appearance by forming a tight layer of muscle underneath the skin. Use resistance training to help firm the skin. Aim for lighter weights and higher repetitions, three times a week.
Step 2
Get a laser skin-tightening treatment. This is a simple procedure that does not involve going under the knife and helps tighten your skin from the inside. Laser beams are pulsed over affected skin, which then firms by producing collagen. This procedure will likely require several treatments before results are visible. Ask your dermatologist about the risks and benefits of this procedure.
Step 3
Undergo body-contouring plastic surgery. Do this after you have completely recovered from liposuction. This is the quickest method of getting rid of loose skin and involves a variety of body-sculpting techniques by cosmetic surgeons that help reshape the affected area. Breast lifts, tummy tucks, lower-body lift and buttocks lifts are among the most common procedures to firm up loose skin.
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