| Bariatric Surgery.info Abdominal Dermolipectomy Procedure Indicated for Excessive Skin Laxity |
Removal of excess skin, fat, and repositioning
of new belly button |
Abdominal Dermolipectomy ProcedureThe plastic surgery operation known as dermolipectomy is the removal of excess abdominal skin and body fat plus repositioning of a new belly button. The techniques and location of the surgical incisions, fat removal and skin excision are similar to mini-abdominoplasty, but the procedure does not involve any tightening of the muscles in the abdomen. Dermolipectomy is indicated for patients who have a higher degree of skin laxity than mini-tummy tuck patients. Dermolipectomy - After Weight LossBecause of its benefits for skin removal, dermolipectomy is the most important procedure for treatment of the deformities caused by massive weight loss. By comparison, lipoplasty may be useful for removing fatty deposits without traditional surgical incisions, but its use depends upon the ability of the skin to contract to the newly sculpted figure. Thus while liposuction can be useful in treating a patient's body contouring requirements after weight loss, unlike dermolipectomy it is not a primary procedure. Dermolipectomy - Method, Risks, RecoveryThe general surgery method, health complications and recovery times are similar to mini-abdominoplasty, except that dermolipectomy does not involve surgical tightening of the ab-muscles. Thus post-operative discomfort is reduced. Bariatric Plastic Surgery After Weight Loss |