Body contouring 360 refers to body reshaping surgery designed to create a more balanced and aesthetically pleasing shape.
Body contouring 360 refers to body reshaping surgery designed to create a more balanced and aesthetically pleasing shape. It’s a comprehensive approach to sculpting the body using various surgical techniques. These can include tummy tuck, liposuction, breast augmentation, gluteal augmentation, mommy makeover, and other body sculpting procedures.
Why Have Body Contouring 360?
An individual may consider body contouring 360 for a multitude of reasons, including:
Boost self-confidence: Enhancing body contours through cosmetic surgery can dramatically improve one’s body image, self-esteem and quality of life.
Following weight loss: Losing a significant amount of weight can result in excess skin and fat deposits that detract from a person’s natural shape. Body contouring 360 can help to correct these issues through surgical body sculpting treatments.
Mommy makeover: Pregnancy and childbirth can cause unwanted changes to a woman’s body. In addition to sagging abdominal skin, she may experience localized fat deposits and muscle separation (called diastasis recti). Body contouring 360 procedures can help restore a woman’s pre-pregnancy shape and appearance.
Aging process: Sagging skin, loss of muscle tone and stubborn fat are common as we get older. Body contouring 360 can help address age-related changes, restoring a more youthful body contour.
What is the difference between body contouring 360 and liposuction?
Body contouring 360 typically combines a number of cosmetic surgery procedures. Traditional liposuction, on the other hand, focuses mostly on removing excess fat from specific areas.The former strives to achieve a more comprehensive and balanced body shape and appearance.
How long do the results last?
Results are long-lasting but often depend on a person’s diet and lifestyle. Avoiding weight fluctuations post-operatively can prolong the outcome.
We invite you to book a consultation with one of our expert plastic surgeons to find out if body contouring 360 is right for you.
Cost of Body Contouring 360 | TBD |
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Duration of Surgery | 2-4 hours |
Hospital Stay Required? | No |
Stitches Removed | 5-7 days |
Days of Social Downtime | 2-3 weeks |
Downtime and recovery: Each person experiences body contouring 360 recovery differently. Below are some general guidelines for what you can expect:
1 Day Post-Op: Pain and discomfort are normal in the first few days after surgery. Your surgeon will prescribe pain medications to keep you comfortable, and over-the-counter pain relievers can be used as well. Swelling and bruising are also very common and most acute in the first several days post-op.
You will most likely wake up from the anesthesia wearing compression garments. These must be worn at all times (except for when bathing and using the bathroom) to help minimize swelling and promote healing.
1 Week Post-Op: Swelling and bruising will gradually subside. Continue taking pain medication as necessary. If your surgeon inserted drainage tubes and used non-dissolvable sutures, these will be removed during your follow-up appointment in 5-7 days.
2-3 Weeks Post-Op: Make sure to attend all your required follow-up appointments with your surgeon to monitor your progress, address any minor complications and ensure the best results.
You will have limited mobility for the first two weeks, particularly if the surgery targeted your arms, abdomen, breasts and lower back. It’s important to follow your surgeon’s post-operative instructions to ensure a smooth recovery process.
Continue wearing your compression garments to provide support to the surgical area. Your surgeon will advise you when you can stop wearing the compression garments.
You will have some scars where small incisions were made during your surgery. Now is a good time to start using scar creams, gels or silicone sheets. Remember to protect the incisions from sun exposure to prevent hyperpigmentation of your scars.
Long-term recovery:
Most people can see immediate improvements in body contour; however, it can take several weeks, or months, for the final results. With each passing month, swelling will decrease and the full benefits of your surgery will become visible.
Your surgeon may advise changing your eating habits and adopting a healthy lifestyle, including regular exercise. This will help to minimize any weight fluctuations that can affect your long-term outcomes.
Follow pre-operative instructions: You will be provided with detailed pre-operative instructions by your surgeon. These may include avoiding medications that promote bleeding, making sure you have all the medications you’ll need post-operatively. Most body contouring surgeries are performed under general anesthesia, so you should be prepared to stop eating and drinking the night before.
Arrange for help: You will need someone to pick you up from the clinic or hospital and take you home. Have someone nearby to help you with basic tasks and medications for the first few days following surgery. You’ll need daily assistance with routine activities such as getting on and off the bed, using the restroom, bathing, getting dressed and using compression garments.
Plan for your recovery: Plan adequately for time off work, school or other social obligations. You should designate a quiet, comfortable place for recovery after body contouring, especially for the first few days and weeks. Expected recovery is normally 2-3 weeks; however, social downtime can be longer. Make sure to take adequate time off work or social engagements as necessary.
A consultation and medical evaluation with a qualified Plastic Surgeon is the first step in preparing for your body contouring 360 surgery. He or she will assess your concerns and aesthetics goals to determine if you are a suitable candidate for this type of procedure.
If you are significantly overweight or have health issues, your surgeon may recommend making certain lifestyle changes before surgery. These might include losing weight, increasing physical exercise, eating a healthier diet and drinking less alcohol.
If you’re a smoker it’s best to quit smoking at least six weeks in advance. Nicotine and other chemicals in tobacco can constrict blood vessels and impair your body’s ability to heal adequately post surgery.
The ideal candidate may vary depending on the circumstances and specific procedures involved. In general, surgical body sculpting is intended to improve a persons’ body shape, including the abdomen, flanks, back, buttocks, and thighs. Here are some other factors to consider:
Good overall health: A person should be in excellent health and a non-smoker. This includes having no serious physical conditions that could affect the outcome or be a contraindication to surgery and general anesthesia.
Stable weight: An individual must be at their target weight, having maintained it for several months. It’s worth emphasizing that body contouring is not a replacement for a healthy lifestyle and should not be considered as a weight loss method.
Have realistic expectations: It’s important to have a clear understanding of what can and cannot be achieved with body contouring 360. Body sculpting can dramatically reshape and enhance a person’s physique but it may not eliminate all flaws and imperfections entirely.
Be committed to recovery: Body contouring 360 can have a longer downtime than usual due to multiple procedures being performed. The ideal candidate fully understands the recovery process, which may include pain, limited physical mobility and having to wear compression garments for up to six weeks.