People consider gastric bypass surgery when they have tried other weight-loss methods. Although they may be happy with their weight-loss results, various reasons for cosmetic surgery after gastric bypass surgery exist. Many seek body-contouring cosmetic surgery performed by a plastic surgeon certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgeons after gastric bypass because of loose skin.
Sagging Breasts
Men and women often have sagging breasts after gastric bypass surgery. The reason men get cosmetic surgery after gastric bypass is to contour their pectoral muscles. Women, on the other hand, get breast lifts or augmentations.
Stomach
Abdominoplasty cosmetic surgery after gastric bypass contours the skin around the abdomen, hips and buttocks. Loose skin around the belly can place stress on the body and is not aesthetically pleasing.
Facial Skin
Another reason for getting cosmetic surgery after gastric bypass is to tighten loose skin on the face and chin.
Arms
Brachioplasty after gastric bypass lifts hanging skin under the arms.
Thighs
Wrinkling and excessive sagging on the thighs occur after gastric bypass surgery. Medial thigh lifts tighten and firm loose skin.
