The new year brings a ton of resolutions, and the most common is to get the body of your dreams. As helpful as diet and exercise can be, there can sometimes be parts of our bodies that remain stubborn no matter how hard we work. If this sounds familiar, Connecticut Surgical Arts could have the answer: body sculpting.
We offer body sculpting procedures to help remove excess fat and/or skin in stubborn areas of the body. There are a variety of procedures to choose from so it is important to know to find the procedure that is best for you. And keep in mind, it is quite common for patients to combine body sculpting procedures for the best possible results.
Liposuction
Liposuction removes excess skin and fat for people who have gone through recent pregnancies or extreme weight loss. It helps get rid of stubborn fat deposits in the face, arms, legs, and abdomen and can be paired with other fat removing procedures such as a tummy tuck.
Tummy Tuck
Tummy tucks get rid of excess skin and fat on the stomach. In addition to fat removal, tummy tucks can be used to help reduce the stress of urinary incontinence, improve posture, and correct ventral hernias. Underlying muscles are tightened during the procedure as well. Tummy tucks and liposuction may leave scarring, but Dr. Richard Martin uses scar minimizing techniques and only makes incisions in places that won’t be easily seen.
Mini Tummy Tuck
If you’re still interested in having some work done in the abdominal area, but aren’t ready for a full procedure, then you’ll be happy to know that our office offers a mini tummy tuck procedure. During a mini tummy tuck, an incision is made near the pubic area to enable the doctor to remove excess fat from the abdomen. The recovery time is shorter than a traditional tummy tuck, and you should be able to return to work within five days.
Brazilian Butt Lift
A Brazilian butt lift helps to redefine your body by removing fat from the thighs, waist, or lower back and injecting it into the buttocks. A Brazilian butt lift is a great procedure to pair with liposuction or a tummy tuck.
Brachioplasty (Arm Lift)
If you’re looking for toned and sculpted arms, an arm lift may help you by removing excess fat and skin. You can expect about three days of downtime after the two-hour procedure. After surgery, you’ll wear bandages on the treated area. You can expect the results of the surgery to be long-lasting.
Thigh Lift
If you have ever wanted a thigh gap, or for your legs to stop chaffing every time you go out in shorts, then you may want to consider a thigh lift procedure. Plastic surgery for your thighs can add definition and bring your thighs into proportion with the rest of your body.
Pairing Procedures for Optimal Results
We have many patients who wish to complete several body sculpting procedures in one day. There are two very popular options for this surgery pairing: the Mommy Makeover and a body lift.
A body lift is a combination of procedures that involve lifting sagging skin and removing excess fat. You can combine a tummy tuck, liposuction, and/or a Brazilian butt lift. The Mommy Makeover procedure was designed for women dealing with changes in her post-baby body. For a Mommy Makeover, you may choose to combine liposuction, a tummy tuck and other non-invasive facial procedures like Botox®.
If you wish to schedule an appointment for any of our body sculpting options, contact Dr. Richard J. Martin at Connecticut Surgical Arts in Norwich. Our office proudly services the Colchester, Mystic, Waterford, and Glastonbury communities.