Digestive Health Institute
by Dr. Muffi
Digestive Health Institute
by Dr. Muffi
Restorative Plastic Surgery
Why Restorative Plastic Surgery?
Addressing Excess Skin After Massive Weight Loss Achieving substantial weight loss—often 30 kg or more—is a life-changing success. However, it frequently results in loose or sagging skin that does not retract naturally. This excess skin can affect more than just body image; it can cause functional issues like poor mobility, skin irritation, and discomfort. Restorative plastic surgery, or body contouring, is the critical final step in the weight loss journey. It focuses on removing this extra skin and tightening underlying tissues to dramatically improve comfort, hygiene, and overall body shape.
Benefits of Restorative Plastic Surgery
- Achieve a defined, proportionate body shape
- Eliminate skin folds, chafing, and hygiene issues
- Improve mobility and physical comfort
- Boost body confidence and motivation
Who is this recommended for?
- You have lost significant weight (naturally or post-bariatric)
- Your weight has been stable for 6 months or more
- You are 1–1.5 years post-weight loss
- You maintain a balanced, protein-rich diet and active lifestyle
Our Signature Procedures
- Arm Lift (Brachioplasty) Eliminates "bat wings" by tightening sagging upper arm skin with minimal, hidden scarring.
- Breast Lift (Mastopexy) Lifts and reshapes deflated breasts and repositions nipples using your own skin, often without implants
- Abdominoplasty (Tummy Tuck) Removes overhanging skin and tightens the abdominal wall for a firmer, flatter midsection.
- Lower Body Lift : A comprehensive approach to reshape the abdomen, hips, buttocks, and thighs, especially effective after large-scale weight loss.
- Thigh Lift Reduces inner thigh sagging and skin-on-skin friction; ideal for restoring comfort and confidence.
Meet Our Expert in Restorative Plastic Surgery
Dr. Giriraj Gandhi
Cosmetic & Reconstructive Plastic Surgeon – Pune & Mumbai
Dr. Gandhi is a leading name in aesthetic surgery, specializing in post-weight loss body sculpting. A graduate of Lokmanya Tilak Municipal Medical College and an awardee of the JRD Tata Scholarship, he trained at PGIMER Chandigarh, one of India’s top institutes.
Since 2017, Dr. Gandhi has helped hundreds of patients complete their weight loss journey with precision body contouring surgeries that are safe, effective, and beautifully balanced.
Your Transformation Doesn’t End with Weight Loss — It Evolves.
Is body contouring necessary after massive weight loss, or is it just cosmetic?
While it has major aesthetic benefits, body contouring after massive weight loss is often considered a functional procedure. It resolves serious issues like chronic skin infections (intertrigo), mobility restrictions, and persistent pain caused by the friction and weight of excess skin.
What is involved in rehabilitation after restorative plastic surgery?
Rehabilitation therapy in Mumbai focuses on guided, gentle movement and specialized manual therapy. This helps optimize circulation, reduces the risk of blood clots, and assists in scar maturation, ensuring you regain strength quickly and effectively after a lower body lift or similar procedure.
Does weight need to be stable before considering body contouring surgery?
Yes, stability is vital. Surgeons strongly recommend that your weight has been stable for at least 6 to 12 months prior to any restorative plastic surgery. This ensures the best, most long-lasting contouring results and minimizes the risk of revision surgery.
Which types of restorative surgeries are common after bariatric procedures?
The most common procedures include the abdominoplasty (tummy tuck), lower body lift, breast lift (mastopexy), and arm lift (brachioplasty), all aimed at removing the stubborn loose or sagging skin that follows significant weight reduction.
