After significant weight loss, pregnancy, or natural aging, skin can lose elasticity and remain stretched even when you’re at a healthy weight. This loose skin can affect both comfort and confidence. Excess skin removal refers to a category of cosmetic procedures designed to remove and tighten sagging skin for a smoother, more contoured appearance.
At The Brandow Clinic Cosmetic Surgery, Dr. Kirk Brandow offers a range of excess skin removal surgeries for patients in Main Line Philadelphia and Somers Point, NJ. Each treatment plan is personalized to your body’s needs and goals.
What Is Excess Skin Removal?
Excess skin removal is not a single procedure—it’s an umbrella term for surgeries that address loose skin in specific areas of the body. Common procedures in this category include:
- Arm lift (brachioplasty) – reshaping and tightening the upper arms
- Thigh lift – improving contour in the upper legs
- Body lift – removing skin and tightening the lower body
- Tummy tuck (abdominoplasty) – flattening and tightening the abdominal area
These procedures can be performed individually or combined for more comprehensive results.
How the Procedures Work
The surgical approach depends on the treatment area and amount of skin to be removed. In general:
- Incisions are placed in discreet locations whenever possible
- Excess skin is trimmed away, and remaining skin is tightened for a better fit
- Liposuction may be added to refine contours
- Surgery is typically performed under general anesthesia
Recovery times vary depending on the extent of surgery. Compression garments, limited physical activity, and careful aftercare are often part of the healing process.
Who Is a Candidate for Excess Skin Removal?
You may be a good candidate if you:
- Have significant loose or hanging skin after weight loss or pregnancy
- Are at or near a stable weight
- Are in good overall health
- Have realistic expectations about results and scarring
Dr. Brandow will help determine the best procedure or combination of procedures for your needs during your consultation.
Why Choose The Brandow Clinic for Excess Skin Removal?
With over 30 years of experience in cosmetic surgery, Dr. Kirk Brandow specializes in achieving results that look natural and balanced. His artistic approach and precise surgical technique help patients enjoy smoother contours that match their body proportions.
At The Brandow Clinic, you can expect:
- A fully customized surgical plan
- Access to multiple body contouring options in one location
- Surgery performed in a private, state-certified facility with board-certified anesthesiologists
- Supportive aftercare to help you recover comfortably
Smooth, Confident Contours Are Possible
If loose skin is preventing you from feeling your best, excess skin removal procedures may help restore the body shape you’ve worked hard to achieve. Call (610) 617-7949 for our Main Line Philadelphia office or (609) 653-2220 for our Somers Point, NJ location to schedule your consultation.