Bariatric Surgery

Bariatric surgery is a method of weight loss that uses a surgical to restrict the amount of food that can go into the stomach in one sitting, such as a gastric band. This helps the to feel fuller quicker and reduces the amount of food, and calories that are consumed so a person loses weight. 

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What to Expect on the Day

Prolonged weight gain will often overstretch the skin, and when the weight is lost, the skin can then become loose and hang off the body. Post bariatric surgery can be to help with loose skin on the body, excess skin to help the body and restore natural contours.

At REAL plastic we will carry out a full and thorough before your surgery to which procedures are needed to help and your body. This type of surgery considers the use of the following procedures: arm lift, thigh lift, abdominoplasty, lift, breast uplift and gynaecomastia (breast for men), and is to suit your needs. Depending on the number of treatments that are we may approach the in stages, but this will be at the consultation.

This type of can be quite and recovery time can take several weeks. Compression garments will need to be worn and there will be a degree of scarring on the body. However, the results can completely the shape and appearance of the body, and your .

The time it takes to post can depend on the number of that are required. At REAL plastic we use a general anaesthetic and you may be able to go home the same day.

You may need to take up to 4 weeks off work with most people having significantly recovered within weeks.

We recommend begin gentle movement around two days after surgery. Light activities such as walking, climbing stairs, and out basic daily tasks are encouraged to support circulation and .

You may need to avoid strenuous exercise and the gym for up to 12 weeks.

You can resume driving one to two weeks after bariatric in London, once you are comfortable and off pain medication.

You can usually shower a day or two after bariatric surgery in London, keeping clean and dry.

Between six months to a full year. While most subsides within the first few months, subtle changes and final results may continue to over time.

In most cases 1 can long-term results.

To the overall contouring of the body by loose skin that is left behind after significant weight loss.

If you have any doubts. Our team of experts will provide and guidance all the way through your treatment journey; using the to determine your and your certainty.

Showering After a Bariatric Surgery

The body will be quite tender and will have dressings applied to the areas that have been treated. Therefore we will ask that you do not shower for around 2 weeks after the as these wounds will need to be kept dry while they are .

Follow Up and Aftercare

It is likely that you will need to take some pain relief while the body heals, and our expert team of will ensure you are given information on how to care for your wounds as well as when to resume certain . You will be required to attend follow-up at the clinic 1 week, 3 weeks, 3 months and 6 months after surgery.

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Frequently Asked Questions

The area on the underside of the arms can become saggy for a of reasons, including: weight gain, weight loss and ageing. Getting rid of ‘bingo wings’ can not only create a more desirable appearance, it can also make clothing more comfortable and a person’s .

surgery is intended to provide long-term, body results. Bariatric surgery can help to continually your appetite and if this is combined with a healthy and active lifestyle, the chance of future weight gain is .

REAL surgery will consider you for this type of surgery if bariatric has meant that losing a significant amount of weight has also meant that loose skin on various areas of the body has .

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