Many people are looking at medical weight loss treatments to help them achieve lasting weight loss and other health benefits. They have not had the desired outcome with traditional diet and exercise methods and are searching for more effective options. Newer medications for weight loss, including Semaglutides (Wegovy, Ozempic, Rybelsus) and Tirzepatides (Mounjaro, Zepbound), are available as prescription medications in pill form or injections. These medications have shown to be effective weight management tools.
Boca Raton Plastic Surgery Center recommends Tirzepatide injections for weight management. Tirzepatide improves glycemic control, suppresses appetite, enhances fat burning, improves metabolic rate, and provides cardiovascular benefits to the patient.
However, after people have attained their stable target weight, they may find they are left with excess skin and loose or stretched tissue that is not particularly flattering. Their skin has lost collagen and elasticity that are needed for support. Parts of the face and body now appear droopy, which may be an unanticipated side effect of rapid weight loss. An example of this has become known as “Ozempic Face”. Other parts of the body may need surgical or non-surgical body contouring to achieve a sleeker appearance.
Non-Surgical Body Contouring After Significant Weight Loss
The following are some of the facial and body contouring options that are offered by Boca Raton Plastic Surgery Center.
- Platelet-rich Plasma Therapy (PRP) – PRP injections stimulate the production of new collagen and elastin to smooth and tighten skin. PRP can treat hollowed areas under the eyes, cheeks, and temples. Sagging skin around the jawline and neck can be treated. PRP can also be used during microneedling treatments or AquaGold® facials to address fine lines, wrinkles, and crow’s feet. There is no risk of allergic reaction since PRP is from the patient’s own blood.
- Dermal Fillers – Rejuvenate the face by restoring volume to hollowed areas, smoothing out lines and wrinkles, defining the jawline, and plumping the lips. Fillers deliver instant results with very little downtime. Must be touched up periodically. Dr. Keusch uses the Juvéderm line of filler products.
- Sculptra® Facial Injections – An anti-wrinkle treatment that reduces wrinkles and adds volume. It stimulates the body to produce new collagen, which provides structure for the skin. Sculptra can improve undereye hollows and lost volume in the cheeks, and improve sagging jowls. Sculptra lasts longer than dermal fillers.
- Renuva® Injections – Provide sustained volume restoration to various areas including the face, neck, decolletage, hands, cellulite dimples, hip-dips, and scars. A formulation of donor fat cells, growth factors, collagen, and other natural components promote tissue regeneration and volume restoration. Produces very long-lasting results.
- Ultherapy Skin Tightening – Treatment precisely targets deep layers of tissue without damaging the surface layer. Tightens and lifts the neck, chin, brow, and decolletage. Provides long-lasting results without surgery. Referred to as the best non-surgical alternative to a facelift.
- Exilis Ultra 360™ Therapy – Treatment combines radiofrequency and ultrasound energy to tighten skin while shrinking fat cells. Exilis therapy can be used as body contouring on the face, neck, abdomen, arms, thighs, love handles, fat rolls on the back, and other areas. It stimulates collagen production and improves skin elasticity.
- Sofwave™ – A non-invasive facial and body treatment that improves skin laxity, firms and reduces fine lines and wrinkles, and tones problem areas. Can be used to lift eyebrows, neck, and under the chin as well as firm the abdomen, arms, buttocks, and thighs. Utilizes ultrasound energy to heat mid-dermal tissue to stimulate collagen production. Appropriate for all skin types.
Next Steps
If you are considering medical weight loss injections with Dr. Keusch, or are interested in any of our non-surgical treatments to address saggy or loose skin following significant weight loss, contact Boca Raton Plastic Surgery Center to schedule a consultation.