Although accomplishing significant weight loss is cause for celebration, many bariatric surgery patients are disappointed with the way their bodies look. Skin has been stretched to the point where its elasticity is gone, leaving large amounts of loose, excess skin on the abdomen, back, waist, thighs, breasts, and arms.
Body Contouring Overview
Post Weight Loss Surgery
Pockets of fat remain, as well. Dr. Shim Ching is a board-certified plastic surgeon who understands that you can’t do it all on your own. Through post weight loss body contouring surgery in Honolulu, Hawaii, he and his team will help you along the last stretch of your journey to a healthier, more comfortable, and more confident future.
To get answers about post bariatric body contouring and decide whether it’s for you, request a consultation with Dr. Ching using his online form or call our office to schedule an appointment.
Post Bariatric Body Contouring Before & After Photos
Keep in mind that each patient is unique and your results may vary.
Case #275
This woman came to Dr. Shim Ching's practice for a Neck lift, in Honolulu, Hawaii, after undergoing gastric bypass surgery to lose weight. Neck lift contoured and rejuvenated her face and neck.
This patient had a fleur de lis tummy tuck and arm lift performed in Honolulu, Hawaii, by Dr. Shim Ching. The fleur de lis tummy tuck includes a scar that is low enough to be hidden by underwear and a scar up the center contour of the abdomen. This allows Dr. Ching to remove maximum excess skin.
This woman came to see Dr. Shim Ching at his office in Honolulu, Hawaii for a Mommy Makeover, which is a combination of abdominoplasty, or tummy tuck, and breast lift/augmentation.
Body contouring with Dr. Shim Ching in Honolulu offers transformative results for patients who have undergone significant weight loss and are ready to complete their journey. These procedures are designed to restore form and confidence by addressing the excess skin and tissue that often remain after major weight reduction.
Improves body shape by removing loose or sagging skin that does not retract on its own
Enhances skin tone and contour across areas such as the abdomen, arms, thighs, and buttocks
Boosts comfort and self-image by reducing skin folds that can cause irritation or hygiene concerns
Delivers lasting, natural-looking results when combined with a stable weight and healthy lifestyle
Completes the weight loss process by sculpting the body in ways diet and exercise alone cannot achieve
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Which procedures will I need?
Dr. Ching has a specialized interest and extensive experience in body contouring surgery and offers the latest surgical advances. Each patient has his or her own unique needs and goals, but most body contouring cases include liposuction in combination with one or more of the following procedures:
Arm lift surgery removes excess fat using liposuction and reduces lax “bat wings” through incisions that are concealed along the underside of the arms.
Thigh lift surgery tightens the inner thighs, outer thighs, or both areas by removing excess skin and fat.
Body lift surgery, also called a circumferential body lift, provides a firmer, tighter torso all the way around from front to back.
Tummy tuck surgery removes excess fat and skin and tightens loose abdominal muscles.
Breast procedures, such as breast reduction, breast lift, and breast augmentation, enhance the shape of the breasts by tightening loose skin, removing excess fat, or restoring lost volume, as needed.
How Much Does Post-Weight Loss Surgery Cost in Hawaii?
At Asia Pacific Aesthetics, comprehensive body contouring after significant weight loss begins at $60,000 with Dr. Shim Ching and $36,000 with Dr. Zachary Long. This fee includes surgical expertise, anesthesia, use of our accredited facility, and nursing care.
Final pricing will depend on the number of procedures performed, such as body lift, breast lift, or arm lift. A personalized quote will be provided at your consultation.
Patients choose Dr. Ching and Dr. Long for post-weight loss surgery because of their precision, advanced training, and ability to create results that restore both confidence and comfort.
How is the surgery performed?
Dr. Ching will work together with you to develop a surgical plan that addresses all of the areas that you’d like to improve. He will make sure you have maintained a stable weight for at least 3 to 6 months, are healthy enough for surgery, and have realistic expectations for your results. Although all surgical procedures leave scars, Dr. Ching’s weight loss patients typically consider this a worthwhile tradeoff for the improvements they gain in the way they look and feel. An enhanced shape is usually achieved over time with a series of procedures that are performed in stages over several months to optimize your safety and ensure proper healing.
Dr. Shim Ching
Board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Shim Ching is one of Hawaii’s most renowned physicians for aesthetic procedures of the face, breast, and body. His attention to detail, skill, and mastery of surgical techniques produce remarkable, natural-looking results.
Dr. Shim Ching's exceptional qualifications and results draw patients to his Honolulu plastic surgery practice from across the Hawaiian Islands including Maui, Kauai, and the Big Island. Select a location for driving directions to our practice.
Post weight loss procedures are typically considered elective and therefore we do not take insurance for this procedure. Dr. Ching aims to make pricing for surgery competitive, however, and presents patients with viable options for financing through established, reputable healthcare lenders.
What is the definition of massive weight loss?
The American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery defines massive weight loss as shedding at least 100 pounds or over 40% of the excess weight. This is typically accomplished through bariatric surgery accompanied by dieting and exercise.
What should I do before my body contouring procedures?
Patients should be at a stable weight before surgery and free from any uncontrolled medical concerns. They will need to be cleared for cosmetic surgery by their primary care physician and bariatric surgeon. Smoking and all use of tobacco and nicotine products should be avoided for at least 4 weeks before and after cosmetic surgery.
How many body contouring procedures can be performed at the same time?
Dr. Ching will discuss your goals and wishes with you, curating the perfect treatment plan for your needs. Typically two or three regions of the body can be addressed simultaneously. Additional procedures can be scheduled within around three months.
Why doesn’t my skin return to normal without post weight loss surgery?
Elastin fibers in the skin allow it to stretch and adapt to weight fluctuations. However, when massive weight loss occurs, the skin may lose its elasticity, much like an elastic band loses its function after repeated use. Dieting and exercise alone are not usually enough to combat loose, sagging skin after significant weight loss.
