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Body Contouring
on Long Island

Whether you’ve finally hit your weight loss goals, you’re recovering from the physical changes of pregnancy, or you’re struggling with stubborn fat that resists diet and exercise, body contouring can help restore your body’s natural shape and self-confidence. At Harris Plastic Surgery, we offer a range of cutting-edge techniques and solutions designed to help you reach the best version of yourself.

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What Does Body Contouring Involve?

Body contouring is an umbrella term for a group of procedures aimed at improving the shape and tone of your body. These treatments target excess fat, loose or sagging skin, and weakened underlying muscles, which you may be dealing with due to weight loss, pregnancy, or simply through aging.

Body contouring isn’t about achieving a “perfect” figure; it’s about helping you feel confident, empowering you to love the skin you’re in, and bringing a smile to your face when you look in the mirror.

Types of Body Contouring
Procedures We Offer

Liposuction:
A targeted fat-removal procedure ideal for shaping your abdomen, thighs, arms, flanks, and back. If your skin is firm and elastic, liposuction can help slim and sculpt your silhouette without skin removal.

Tummy Tuck (Abdominoplasty):
Removes excess skin and tightens the abdominal muscles to create a firmer, flatter midsection. A tummy tuck can dramatically improve the contour and function of your core.

Body Lift:
Addresses loose skin around your waist, hips, thighs, and buttocks. This is often part of a post-bariatric (gastric sleeve/bypass) or post-Ozempic transformation, helping you feel comfortable and confident in your new body.

Mommy Makeover:
This customized package often includes a tummy tuck, liposuction, and breast enhancement to help you get your pre-pregnancy figure back. Every mommy makeover is unique, designed just for you.

Combination Procedures:
Combining procedures can help deliver the results you’re looking for. We’ll guide you through the best approach during your consultation, once we know more about your challenges, concerns, and goals.

Types of Body Contouring
Procedures We Offer

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Removal of excess, sagging skin after significant weight loss

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Improved body contour and tone across your problem areas

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New levels of self-confidence and a healthier social life

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Enhanced comfort by reducing skin chafing and irritation

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Long-lasting results, higher energy levels, and better health outcomes

Why Choose Harris Plastic Surgery for Body Contouring on Long Island?

The right body contouring approach varies from person to person. To get the best possible results and a figure you love, you need an experienced plastic surgeon who understands which procedures are right for you. With over three decades of experience, Dr. Stephen U. Harris, MD, FACS is your go-to, board-certified plastic surgeon for body contouring on Long Island.

Dr. Harris is a highly regarded plastic surgeon in Long Island and NYC who specializes in reconstructive and aesthetic surgery. From consultation to recovery, Dr. Harris and the team at Harris Plastic Surgery go above and beyond to ensure every patient is comfortable and heard. Schedule your consultation today to meet one-on-one with Dr. Harris and discuss your goals and concerns.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Body Contouring

What is body contouring, and am I a good candidate?

Body contouring refers to surgical and non-surgical procedures that improve the shape and proportions of the body by addressing excess fat, loose skin, or changes in underlying tissues. You may be a good candidate if you are near a stable weight, in generally good health, and have realistic expectations for what body contouring can achieve.

The cost of body contouring varies based on the procedure or combination of procedures performed, the areas treated, anesthesia, and your individual surgical plan. Dr. Harris can provide a personalized cost estimate during your consultation. Most body contouring procedures are considered cosmetic and are not covered by insurance.

Body contouring can include procedures such as liposuction, tummy tuck, body lift, and other surgeries designed to remove excess fat or skin and improve body contours. The appropriate procedure depends on whether your primary concern is excess fat, loose skin, muscle laxity, or a combination.

Surgical body contouring physically removes excess fat, skin, or tissue and can produce more significant changes in body shape. Non-surgical treatments use techniques designed to reduce fat or improve the appearance of targeted areas/skin without incisions. Dr. Harris can help you determine which approach is most appropriate for your goals.

The right procedure depends on what you want to correct. Liposuction is mainly used to remove localized fat, a tummy tuck addresses excess abdominal skin and can tighten the abdominal wall, and a body lift treats more extensive loose skin around the torso and other areas. Some patients benefit from combining procedures to address multiple concerns.

Yes. Body contouring can address loose skin and changes in body shape that remain after significant weight loss, pregnancy, or major changes in weight. Patients who have lost a substantial amount of weight should generally reach and maintain a stable weight before surgery.

Yes, multiple procedures can sometimes be safely performed during the same operation. Combining treatments can allow several areas to be addressed at once, but the most effective and safest combination depends on your health, surgical goals, and the extent of treatment required.

Recovery varies depending on the procedure or combination of procedures performed. Less extensive procedures may require only a few days of initial recovery, while procedures such as a tummy tuck or body lift may require a few weeks. Dr. Harris will provide specific instructions and an individualized timeline based on your treatment plan.

Yes, body contouring can address multiple areas in a single procedure. For example, liposuction may be used to contour the thighs or buttocks, while a body lift can address excess skin around a larger portion of the torso. Dr. Harris will determine which areas can be treated safely and effectively together.

Body contouring permanently removes the fat cells or excess skin treated during surgery, but your body can continue to change with aging, pregnancy, and significant weight fluctuations. Maintaining a stable weight and healthy lifestyle can help preserve your results for many years.

Restore Your Confidence With Body Contouring on Long Island

Ready to look and feel your best? Start your transformation with a team that puts your body, safety, and comfort first.

Reach out to our office to schedule your consultation to learn more. You can also contact us by phone/text.

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