Body Sculpting
Struggling with loose skin, stubborn fat, or lack of definition in your body? Ready to make a change and see those contours and that muscle definition you’ve been waiting for? With Body Sculpting in Glen Carbon, IL, you can finally watch your goals become a reality. Even with the cleanest eating and hours at the gym, extreme weight loss, pregnancy, and aging can all cause loose skin and pockets of fat that may only be resolved with the most advanced surgical techniques.
Come and experience the difference in outstanding results, a welcoming experience, and incredible patient care at MidAmerica Plastic Surgery & Medical Spa. Dr. Ryan Diederich and his team provide a range of procedures for body sculpting in Glen Carbon, IL, so patients can achieve their ultimate body goals.
There are several reasons why both women and men might want to tailor their appearance and undergo body sculpting. Those who’ve lost a significant amount of weight, postpartum moms, or even those simply trying to achieve the ultimate physique often need an effective way to define and sculpt when diet and exercise alone can’t quite do enough. This term is used to describe a broad range of procedures that work to remove excess fat, skin, and tissue and produce contoured, defined results throughout the body.
A common option for body sculpting, liposuction removes excess pockets of stubborn fat and can be used in the abdomen, back, thighs, arms, buttocks, and other problem spots. By making tiny incisions and inserting a thin suction device under the skin, fat can be removed, and there is very little scarring. Liposuction is often used alongside other body sculpting surgeries for optimal results.
Especially in cases of extreme weight loss, patients can end up with loose, sagging skin around the inner thigh. This can be not only aesthetically undesirable, but it can also cause great discomfort due to rubbing and chafing. With a medial thigh lift, a discreet incision is made on the inner thigh, excess skin and fat pockets are removed, and the skin is tightened for a sleek, shorts-ready result.
A very popular body contouring procedure, the tummy tuck can be fully customized to the needs of each patient. Tummy tucks can be performed on the upper or lower abdomen, or patients with minimal loose skin may opt for a mini tummy tuck. At MidAmerica, we can also perform 360 liposuction at the same time as a tummy tuck, in order to address the full abdomen by using a belt lipectomy or the fleur-de-lis tummy tuck technique.
A brachioplasty, also known as an arm lift, is a surgical procedure that works to remove excess skin and fat from the upper arm area. Even with dedication at the gym, due to extreme weight loss or aging, loose skin on the upper arms can be virtually impossible to eliminate. Brachioplasty tightens the skin in the upper arms for maximum muscle definition.
Body contouring outcomes are tailored to each patient in order to help you achieve a more sculpted, toned appearance with natural-looking results designed just for you. Feel an increased sense of confidence and be more comfortable in your skin. See great improvements in areas including:
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Body sculpting treatments are highly versatile and can be customized to target multiple areas. Popular treatment zones include the abdomen, thighs, flanks, arms, back, and even smaller areas like the chin. Patients might choose to focus on a single area or combine several treatments for full-body contouring.
Candidates for body sculpting are generally healthy women or men who are near their ideal weight but would like to target specific problem areas that haven’t responded to diet or exercise. The ideal candidate is someone with good skin elasticity, realistic expectations, and a commitment to maintaining results through a healthy lifestyle.
These treatments are especially effective for reducing localized fat, improving muscle tone, and tightening skin. Body sculpting can target stubborn fat deposits that don’t respond to exercise, such as those on the abdomen, flanks, or thighs can also enhance muscle definition depending on the technology used.
At your consultation, Dr. Diederich and his team will take the time to get to know you and learn about your unique aesthetic goals. An examination will also be performed, and your health history will be reviewed to ensure you are in good health and eligible for surgery.
Dr. Diederich is a Southern Illinois native realizing his dream of giving back to the community. He helps patients feel and look their best with his surgical skills and compassionate care.
Most body contouring procedures do require general anesthesia and may take anywhere from one to a few hours, depending on the scope of treatment. In all cases, Dr. Diederich will take care to produce the most minimal scarring possible and create a balanced, seamless result.
The timeline for recovery and results will vary depending on your treatment plan and which procedures are included. Our compassionate surgical team will ensure you have full details on aftercare instructions to ensure a smooth recovery, and we will support you in any way we can.
At MidAmerican, board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Ryan Diederich works every day to prioritize patients and provide the ultimate experience for your aesthetic needs. From maintaining a reasonable schedule to cutting down on wait times to supportive post-surgical care, Dr. Diederich is committed to his patients and their needs. With extensive experience and a qualified staff, Dr. Diederich is prepared to provide premier aesthetic results and unmatched care.
Reach our knowledgeable team at (618) 427-8208 and learn more about how you can start your body sculpting journey. You can also contact us anytime online by submitting our simple contact form.
Yes, body sculpting treatment can be completely tailored to accommodate each patient’s unique needs and aesthetic goals.
While results will be visible immediately after surgery, it typically takes weeks to months for residual swelling to go down and final results to appear.
Surgical procedures and liposuction are considered permanent, but weight fluctuations will affect results, so it’s important that patients are at a stable weight that can be reasonably maintained.
This will vary depending on the specific surgery or combination of surgeries performed. Most body sculpting recovery lasts one to two weeks for initial recovery.
The cost of body sculpting depends on the scope of treatment and the specific needs of each patient.
