Body Surgery
What is Body Surgery?
Body surgery, also known as body contouring or body sculpting, encompasses a range of plastic surgery procedures designed to reshape the body's silhouette. Body surgery is particularly beneficial for those who have experienced significant changes to their body shape due to pregnancy, weight loss, ageing, or genetics.
Ideal Candidate
The best candidates for body surgery are individuals who are at or near their ideal weight, have realistic expectations, and are committed to maintaining their results through a healthy lifestyle. These procedures are particularly transformative for patients who have achieved significant weight loss or for women who have completed their families.
Common Reasons for Body Surgery
Patients choose body surgery to address various concerns, including:
Removing excess skin and tissue following significant weight loss
Restoring body contours after pregnancy and childbirth
Eliminating stubborn fat deposits that resist diet and exercise
Tightening loose or sagging skin due to ageing or genetics
Reshaping body proportions and silhouette
Enhancing muscle definition and body contours
Addressing areas of concern that affect clothing fit and personal confidence
The types of body surgery performed by Dr Henry Shepherd include:
Abdominoplasty (‘tummy tuck’)
Abdominoplasty, commonly known as a "tummy tuck," is a surgical procedure that removes excess skin and fat from the abdominal area while tightening the underlying abdominal muscles. This comprehensive approach addresses multiple concerns in the midsection that cannot be corrected through diet and exercise alone.
Brachioplasty (‘arm lift’)
Brachioplasty, commonly known as an arm lift, is a surgical procedure that removes excess skin and fat from the upper arms to create a more toned and contoured appearance. This procedure addresses the "bat wing" effect that can occur when loose, sagging skin hangs from the underside of the upper arms.
Thigh Lift
A thigh lift, also known as thighplasty, is a surgical procedure that removes excess skin and fat from the thighs to create a more toned, contoured, and proportionate appearance. This procedure addresses sagging skin and stubborn fat deposits in the inner thighs, outer thighs, or both areas that cannot be improved through diet and exercise alone.
Post-pregnancy Surgery (including ‘mummy makeover’)
Post-pregnancy surgery encompasses a combination of surgical procedures designed to restore a woman's body after pregnancy and childbearing. These procedures address the physical changes that occur during pregnancy and breastfeeding that may not fully resolve naturally, even with diet and exercise.
Surgery following Weight Loss
When someone loses a substantial amount of weight, the skin often cannot retract sufficiently, leaving loose, hanging skin that can affect both appearance and quality of life. Body contouring after weight loss offers a range of surgical procedures designed to remove this excess skin and reshape the body after significant weight reduction.
Liposuction
Liposuction is a surgical procedure that removes stubborn fat deposits from specific areas of the body to improve body contours and proportions. This procedure targets localised fat that doesn't respond to diet and exercise, helping to sculpt and refine the body's shape.
These procedures can be performed individually or combined in a surgical plan tailored to achieve your aesthetic goals. Many patients benefit from combining multiple procedures to address several areas simultaneously. Some terms commonly used include "body lift", or "mommy makeover" when targeting post-pregnancy changes.
DR HENRY SHEPHERD
Sydney Plastic Surgeon
A personalised approach to address your specific needs. During your consultation, Dr Shepherd will assess your individual concerns, discuss your personal goals, and will make recommendations for the most appropriate procedures to help you achieve your desired outcomes.