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GLP-1 medications like Semaglutide, Ozempic, Wegovy, Zepbound and Mounjaro have changed the landscape of weight management. For many, the results are life-changing — but they can also leave behind one final challenge: loose, sagging skin.
At Body by Poly, Dr. Alain Polynice specializes in body contouring after GLP-1 weight loss, helping patients refine their silhouette, restore proportion, and reveal the body they’ve worked hard to achieve.
Understanding Skin Changes After GLP-1 Weight Loss
As the body rapidly loses fat, the skin often can’t contract fast enough to match the new contours underneath. Over time, this can result in laxity in the abdomen, arms, thighs, breasts, or jawline — areas most affected by volume loss.
While fitness and nutrition are essential for maintenance, excess skin can only be corrected surgically once elasticity has been lost. Body contouring bridges that gap — sculpting smoother, tighter, and more natural proportions.
Custom Body Contouring with Dr. Polynice
Each transformation is tailored to your anatomy, goals, and lifestyle. Dr. Polynice’s approach combines advanced surgical skill with a keen eye for aesthetics, resulting in refined, balanced, and natural outcomes.
Popular Procedures Include:
- Circumferential Body Lift – Comprehensive tightening of the abdomen, hips, and lower back.
- Tummy Tuck (Abdominoplasty) – Flattens and strengthens the core with drainless techniques and smooth recovery.
- Arm Lift (Brachioplasty) – Removes excess skin and refines the upper arm’s contour.
- Thigh Lift – Reduces laxity in the inner and outer thighs for a sculpted, confident look.
- Breast Lift / Augmentation – Restores youthful lift and volume to breasts affected by weight loss.
- Renuvion Skin Tightening
Who’s a Candidate for Post-Weight-Loss Body Contouring?
You may be an ideal candidate if you’ve lost a significant amount of weight with GLP-1 medications and:
- Have maintained a stable weight for 6+ months
- Are in good overall health
- Have loose or sagging skin affecting confidence or comfort
- Understand realistic results and healing expectations
- Commit to a healthy, sustainable lifestyle
Dr. Polynice conducts a comprehensive consultation to ensure every patient’s surgical plan aligns with both aesthetic and medical safety.
Why Choose Dr. Alain Polynice
A board-certified plastic surgeon with over 15 years of experience, Dr. Polynice is recognized for his refined results and patient-centered care.
He’s known for combining surgical precision with artistry — restoring confidence through balance and proportion.
- Specialized in breast and body contouring
- Expertise in drainless tummy tucks and enhanced recovery techniques
- Concierge-style, high-touch post-operative care
- Natural, sculpted results that complement your body — never overdone
Frequently Asked Questions: GLP-1 & Body Contouring
1. Why does skin sag after GLP-1 weight loss?
When the body loses fat quickly, the skin — which has been stretched for years — may not retract. Over time, collagen and elastin fibers weaken, leading to loose or hanging skin.
2. Can exercise tighten loose skin after GLP-1 medications?
Exercise improves tone but cannot shrink stretched skin. Once the collagen matrix is damaged, surgery is the only way to remove and tighten the excess tissue.
3. When should I consider surgery after weight loss?
It’s best to wait until your weight has been stable for at least six months. This ensures lasting, balanced results and minimizes future laxity.
4. What areas benefit most from post-weight-loss contouring?
Most patients address the abdomen, arms, thighs, breasts, and lower back — areas that experience the most visible laxity after GLP-1 use.
5. Is body contouring painful?
Modern recovery techniques, including drainless abdominoplasty and nerve-sparing methods, minimize pain and speed recovery. Most patients return to normal routines within a few weeks.
6. Will I have scars?
Scars are carefully placed in natural folds or discreet areas. Over time, they fade significantly — a small trade-off for the improvement in confidence and contour.
7. How long do results last?
Results are long-lasting when paired with a stable weight and healthy lifestyle. Skin removed surgically does not return, though continued weight fluctuations can affect results.
8. Can multiple procedures be combined?
Yes. Many patients benefit from a comprehensive approach — combining a tummy tuck with arm or thigh lifts, for instance — for total harmony and balance.
Begin Your Transformation
If you’ve achieved success with GLP-1 medications but are ready to refine your results, Body by Poly offers the expertise, artistry, and support you deserve. Call us at (805) 491-9940 or fill out the form below to take the first step toward a more confident you!