Cosmetic Surgery Procedures – Body Contouring in Louisville, Kentucky

Oftentimes, diet and exercise alone are not enough to achieve the trim and fit body you strive for. Even if you lose weight, there always seem to be those one or two areas that won’t get any smaller, no matter what you try. The solution for these “problem spots” can usually be found in body contouring. Kentucky residents who come to the Derr Center For Plastic Surgery can explore a number of options, from liposuction and tummy tuck to total body lift. Patients will find that body contouring by Kentucky doctor John Derr will provide beautiful, lasting, natural results.

Liposuction

Liposuction is the best procedure for permanently removing small areas of fat, and is ideal for patients who have dieted and exercised but still cannot achieve the smooth body contour they’re looking for. Because he is highly trained in the field of liposuction, Louisville plastic surgeon John Derr offers both tumescent and ultrasonic liposuction techniques.

Tumescent

Because he wants to offer his patients the newest and most effective forms of liposuction, Dr. John Derr, of Louisville, has become a specialist in tumescent liposuction. In this procedure, a large amount of fluid is injected into the treatment area before the fat is suctioned out. This fluid is composed of saline solution and the anesthetic drug lidocaine, and causes the affected fat to swell. Because the fat is firmer in this state, the cannula (implement used to suction out fat) can move more easily through the area; as a result the bruising and bleeding caused by the cannula is minimized. Tumescent liposuction is excellent for removing fat from areas that require enhanced precision, such as the face, neck, arms, calves, and ankles.

Ultrasonic

In the ultrasonic form of liposuction, Louisville plastic surgeon John Derr uses a special cannula that produces ultrasonic energy. This ultrasonic energy effectively loosens up fat cells, which are then suctioned out in the manner of traditional liposuction. This method is highly effective in areas of the body that are more fibrous, including the upper back and the male breast.

If you are looking for a plastic surgeon to perform liposuction in the Louisville area, schedule your consultation at the Derr Center for Plastic Surgery. He will personally consult with you to determine the best means of attaining a smooth, naturally contoured body.

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Abdominoplasty (Tummy Tuck)

Even people who have otherwise great-looking bodies can have less than ideal abdominal areas, for a number of reasons. Among these reasons are pregnancy, the presence of loose skin and muscle following weight loss, or simply a stubborn area of fat that won’t go away despite exercise and dieting. The good news is that this situation can be fixed with abdominoplasty or tummy tuck. Dr. John Derr can consult with you to determine if you are a good candidate for this procedure.

If you are considering abdominoplasty in Louisville, Kentucky, there are several conditions of candidacy that you should keep in mind. For example, if you are planning on losing a large amount of weight in the future, you should postpone the procedure. Also, women considering future pregnancies will most likely want to wait to have a tummy tuck, as the muscles that are pulled together during surgery may widen during childbirth. However, women who have had one or more pregnancies are excellent candidates for a tummy tuck. Louisville, Kentucky doctor John Derr is often able to restore these women’s pre-pregnancy figures.

When you meet with Dr. Derr, he will discuss with you your current health and the results you desire. At this point, he will also decide if a partial or full abdominoplasty will be better for you. A full abdominoplasty involves the skin and musculature from the pubic region all the way up to the ribcage, whereas a partial abdominoplasty only modifies the area below the navel.

In both procedures, an incision is made from hipbone to hipbone, just above the pubic region. Dr. Derr then separates the skin from the underlying tissue so it can be tightened later. He will then pull together the vertical abdominal muscles and stitch them together, resulting in a smaller waistline and a flatter appearance. To complete the abdominoplasty, Dr. Derr will pull down the skin flap, reattach it, and remove excess skin. Depending on the amount of work required, the tummy tuck may take anywhere from two to five hours.

If you are interested in a tummy tuck, the Louisville, Kentucky office of Dr. John Derr invites you to schedule a consultation. Dr. Derr will be happy to answer any questions you may have and help you discover whether abdominoplasty is right for you.

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Thigh Lift

Thigh lift is ideal for patients with excess, sagging skin resulting from recent, large-scale weight loss in the thigh and hip areas. In addition to cosmetic considerations, the presence of excess skin may even be dangerous, as extra folds of skin foster complications like infection and irritation.

Dr. Derr performs thigh lift by making an incision from the inside of the knee up to the groin area. He then tightens the skin, removes the excess fat and tissue, and sutures the incision. Incisions are placed on the inside of the leg to decrease the visibility of scarring. It is important to follow Dr. Derr’s instructions for postoperative care to facilitate proper healing.

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Total Body Lift

People who have lost massive amounts of weight due to bariatric surgery are often disheartened by the large amount of excess skin this procedure can leave behind. The total body lift, an aggressive form of body contouring performed at our Kentucky practice, may be the solution.

Much like a thigh lift, this procedure tightens and reattaches skin to achieve a smoother body contour. The exact location and size of incisions will depend on the amount of skin that needs to be removed. A lower body lift may consist of treatment to the abdomen, thighs, and buttocks; an upper body lift could include treatment to the abdomen, back, and breasts.

For a personalized consultation, please do not hesitate to make an appointment at the Derr Center for Plastic Surgery today. Dr. Derr will be happy to answer all of your questions and help you determine if you are a good candidate for body contouring.

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