Body contouring for men is a set of surgical techniques designed to remove excess fat and, where necessary, tighten skin to create a leaner, more defined physique. While regular exercise and a healthy diet can achieve significant changes, some areas of fat are resistant to these measures. Body contouring can target stubborn fat deposits and improve body proportions, helping to achieve a more athletic appearance. For men, common treatment areas include the abdomen, flanks, chest, back, and thighs.
Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery — For Men
Body Contouring
Including liposuction
Body contouring for men is a set of surgical techniques designed to remove excess fat and, where necessary, tighten skin to create a leaner, more defined physique. While regular exercise and a healthy diet can achieve significant changes, some areas of fat are resistant to these measures. Body contouring can target stubborn fat deposits and improve body proportions, helping to achieve a more athletic appearance. For men, common treatment areas include the abdomen, flanks, chest, back, and thighs.
Procedure Overview
Body contouring is suitable for men who are at or near their ideal weight but have areas of stubborn fat that do not respond to diet and exercise. It can also be appropriate after significant weight loss, where loose skin needs tightening. Ideal candidates are in good general health, have realistic expectations, and are committed to maintaining their results through a healthy lifestyle.
Aim
The aim is to create a leaner, more defined body shape that complements your natural proportions.
At A Glance
Tailored to each patient, this procedure offers transformative results for improved confidence.
Expected results:
A more sculpted and proportionate physique
Treatment time:
1–3 hours, depending on the areas treated
Anaesthesia:
General anaesthetic
Recovery time:
4–6 weeks
Return to work:
2 weeks, longer if in a more active job
Lifetime of procedure:
Long-lasting, provided you maintain a stable weight and healthy lifestyle
CONSULTATION
In the consultation, your surgeon will assess your body shape, skin tone, and the areas you want to improve. They will discuss the available techniques, which may include liposuction alone, skin tightening procedures, or a combination of methods. If multiple areas are treated, the surgeon will explain how they can be addressed in a single procedure or staged surgeries. Your medical history, lifestyle, and goals will be carefully reviewed to ensure the safest and most effective approach. Pre-operative advice may include stopping certain medications, adjusting diet and exercise, and avoiding smoking to optimise healing. The surgeon will also provide a clear picture of expected recovery times, scarring, and the longevity of results.
SURGERY
Body contouring procedures vary depending on the patient’s needs. Liposuction involves inserting a thin cannula through small incisions to break up and remove unwanted fat. For patients with loose skin, skin excision techniques may be used, which involve removing excess skin and repositioning the remaining tissue for a smoother contour. The procedure can be tailored to one or multiple areas in a single session. After the fat removal or skin tightening is complete, incisions are closed and a compression garment is applied to reduce swelling and support the new contours.
RECOVERY
After surgery, you may experience swelling, bruising, and mild discomfort, which can be managed with pain relief. Wearing a compression garment for several weeks will help control swelling and encourage skin retraction. Light activity can be resumed after 2 weeks, but strenuous exercise should be avoided for around 6 weeks. Most swelling subsides within a few weeks, with final results becoming visible as the tissues settle over several months. Follow-up appointments will be arranged to monitor progress and address any concerns.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is body contouring safe?
When performed by a qualified surgeon in an accredited facility, body contouring is considered safe. Like all surgical procedures, liposuction carries risks of infection and bleeding, and more specific risks of contour irregularities, or changes in skin sensation. Choosing an experienced surgeon and following all pre- and post-operative instructions helps reduce these risks.
Will I have visible scars?
Liposuction scars are small and strategically placed in inconspicuous areas. If skin excision is required, scars will be more noticeable but positioned to be as discreet as possible. Scars usually fade over time with proper care.
How long do the results last?
Results are long-lasting if you maintain a stable weight and healthy lifestyle. While fat cells removed during liposuction do not return, weight gain can cause the remaining fat cells to enlarge, altering the contour.
How soon can I return to the gym?
Light exercise can usually be resumed after 2 weeks, but strenuous workouts should be avoided for at least 6 weeks to ensure proper healing.
Can body contouring help me lose weight?
Body contouring is not a weight-loss method. It is designed to reshape and define the body by removing stubborn fat and tightening skin, rather than reducing overall body weight.
Guide Price
The cost for each procedure is tailored to each patients needs post a consultation.
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