Post-Weight-Loss Refinement
Body Contouring in Minneapolis — Van Beek + Plastic Surgery Specialists
Body contouring creates a coordinated surgical plan for excess skin and shape changes after major weight loss or other significant transitions.
Procedure Overview
Because concerns may involve several areas, treatment is often staged. Planning considers health, weight stability, scar tradeoffs, recovery support, and the safest order of procedures.
Who Is It For?
Adults at a stable weight with excess skin or contour concerns who understand the recovery and scarring associated with body-contouring surgery.
What to Expect
Dr. Van Beek evaluates priority areas, overall health, support at home, and whether a staged surgical plan is appropriate.
Recovery
Recovery varies widely by treated area and may require drains, compression, mobility planning, and substantial activity restrictions.
Risks & Considerations
Potential risks include bleeding, infection, fluid collection, blood clots, scarring, wound-healing problems, asymmetry, and need for revision.
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Every consultation begins with a conversation about your goals, your concerns, and what Dr. Van Beek's expertise can do for you.
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