Body Contouring
Reach your aesthetic goals with Dr K Miami Plastic Surgery and let us help you achieve the results you are looking for.
Tummy Tuck
We offer tummy tuck procedures to help patients achieve a flatter and more toned abdominal area by removing excess skin and fat from the abdominal area, while tightening the underlying muscles for a firmer and smoother appearance. This procedure is ideal for patients who have loose or sagging skin and muscles in the abdominal area due to factors such as weight loss, pregnancy, or aging.
C-Section Scar Revision
We offer C-Section scar revision procedures to help women who are unhappy with the appearance of their C-Section scars where we remove the old scar tissue to create a less noticeable and more aesthetically pleasing scar. This procedure is ideal for women who have developed thick, raised, or unsightly scars due to complications during the C-Section surgery or poor wound healing
Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL)
We offer Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL) procedures to enhance the shape and size of the buttocks, creating a fuller and more rounded appearance where we extract fat from areas of your body, such as the abdomen, hips, or thighs, and then transfer it to your buttocks to achieve your desired look. This procedure is ideal for patients who want to enhance their curves and achieve a more proportionate and attractive body shape.
Skinny BBL
A Skinny BBL (Brazilian Butt Lift) is a cosmetic procedure designed to enhance the shape and fullness of the buttocks, specifically for individuals with a leaner body type. It involves liposuction to remove fat from areas like the abdomen or thighs, which is then purified and injected into the buttocks to create a natural, more contoured silhouette. The procedure offers subtle, yet impactful, results for those seeking a more proportional and lifted appearance.
Back Lift / Bra Line Lift
A back lift is designed to improve the appearance of the back by removing excess skin and fat, resulting in a tighter, smoother, and more contoured back profile. This procedure is particularly beneficial for individuals who have experienced significant weight loss or for those who have developed loose skin due to aging.
Liposuction
Liposuction procedures help patients achieve a more sculpted and contoured body shape by removing excess fat from areas of your body, such as the abdomen, hips, thighs, and arms, using a small cannula inserted through tiny incisions. This procedure is ideal for patients who have stubborn areas of fat that are resistant to diet and exercise.
Mommy makeover
Mommy makeover procedures help women restore their pre-pregnancy body shape and improve their confidence. A mommy makeover typically combines several procedures, such as breast lift or augmentation, tummy tuck, and liposuction, to address the changes that occur in a woman’s body due to pregnancy, childbirth, and breastfeeding.
Lower body Lift
A lower body lift reshapes the abdomen, buttocks, waist, hips, and thighs. Ideal for those with significant weight loss and excess, sagging skin, this procedure involves incisions around the body’s lower half to remove excess skin and fat, and tighten tissues. The result is a smoother, more contoured lower body. While recovery is substantial the transformative results offer improved appearance, comfort, and mobility.
body Lift
A body lift is a surgical procedure that improves the shape and tone of the body by removing excess skin and tightening the underlying tissues. Often performed after significant weight loss, it targets areas such as the abdomen, thighs, buttocks, and arms. The surgery helps eliminate sagging skin and restores a smoother, firmer contour, providing a more toned and rejuvenated appearance.
Scar Revision
Scar revision aims at improving the appearance of scars, aligning them more closely with the surrounding skin tone and texture. The main goal of scar revision surgery is to make it less conspicuous and more aesthetically pleasing. This can significantly improve the patient’s quality of life, particularly if the scar is in a visible location.
Cellulite treatment
(Avéli)
We offer Avéli cellulite treatment to help patients reduce the appearance of cellulite on their thighs, buttocks, and abdomen using radiofrequency, infrared, and vacuum therapies to target the underlying fat cells and stimulate collagen production, resulting in smoother and firmer skin. This procedure is ideal for patients who want to improve the appearance of dimpled, uneven skin caused by cellulite.
Labiaplasty
Labiaplasty procedures help women improve the appearance and function of their genital area which involves removing excess tissue from the labia minora or labia majora to reduce their size or asymmetry, resulting in a more aesthetically pleasing and comfortable appearance.
Arm Lift
We offer arm lift procedures to help patients achieve a more toned and youthful appearance of their arms by removing excess skin and fat from the upper arms, while tightening the underlying tissues for a firmer and smoother appearance. This procedure is ideal for patients who have loose or sagging skin and muscles in the upper arms due to factors such as aging, weight loss, or genetics.
Arm Liposuction
Arm liposuction is a cosmetic procedure that removes excess fat from the upper arms to create a slimmer and more toned appearance. It’s ideal for individuals who struggle with stubborn fat in this area despite diet and exercise. The procedure sculpts the arms, enhancing their shape and definition, and provides a more contoured look with minimal scarring.
Thigh Lift
A thigh lift procedures helps patients achieve a more toned and contoured appearance of their thighs using techniques to remove excess skin and fat from the inner or outer thighs, while tightening the underlying tissues for a firmer and smoother appearance. This type of procedure is ideal for patients who have loose or sagging skin and muscles in the thighs due to factors such as aging, weight loss, or genetics.
Fat transfer
Facial fat transfer, also known as fat grafting involves removing excess fat from one part of the body, such as the thighs or abdomen, and injecting it into the face to restore volume and contour. Whether you’re looking to improve the appearance of hollow or sunken cheeks, reduce the appearance of wrinkles, or enhance the fullness of your lips, our facial fat transfer procedure can help you achieve a vibrant look.
FAQs
What Is Body Contouring?
Body sculpting refers to medical procedures that reshape and refine the body’s natural contours. These treatments address areas where stubborn fat accumulates or where skin has lost elasticity due to weight loss, pregnancy, or aging.
The primary goals include removing excess fat, tightening loose skin, and improving overall body proportions. Common treatment areas encompass the abdomen, thighs, arms, buttocks, and flanks.
Body contouring procedures can target multiple concerns simultaneously. Patients often combine treatments to achieve comprehensive results across different body regions.
The techniques range from minimally invasive fat reduction to extensive surgical reconstruction. Each approach offers distinct advantages depending on the patient’s specific needs and desired outcomes.
Who Is an Ideal Candidate?
Ideal candidates maintain stable weight and realistic expectations about their results. They should be in good overall health without conditions that impair healing or increase surgical risks.
Patients benefit most when they have specific problem areas rather than overall weight concerns. Body contouring works best as a refinement tool, not a weight loss solution.
Common candidate profiles include:
- Post-weight loss patients with loose skin
- Mothers seeking post-pregnancy body restoration
- Individuals with genetic fat deposits
- People with age-related skin changes
Candidates should commit to maintaining their results through healthy lifestyle choices. They must also follow pre and post-operative instructions to ensure optimal healing and outcomes.
Non-smokers typically experience better healing and reduced complication risks during recovery periods.
Differences Between Non-Surgical vs. Surgical Options?
Non-surgical body sculpting utilizes technologies like radiofrequency, ultrasound, and cryolipolysis to reduce fat without incisions. These treatments require multiple sessions and produce gradual results over several months.
Popular non-surgical methods include:
- CoolSculpting for fat freezing
- Radiofrequency treatments for skin tightening
- Laser therapy for mild contouring
Surgical cosmetic surgery options provide more dramatic and immediate results. These procedures require anesthesia and involve longer recovery periods but address both fat removal and significant skin tightening.
Key surgical procedures include:
- Liposuction for fat removal
- Tummy tucks for abdominal contouring
- Body lifts for comprehensive reshaping
- Arm and thigh lifts for specific areas
Surgical options prove more effective for patients with substantial excess fat or significant skin laxity.Non-smokers typically experience better healing and reduced complication risks during recovery periods.
What are the Common Problem Areas?
Body contouring procedures in Miami address two primary concerns that resist traditional diet and exercise: stubborn fat deposits and loose, sagging skin. These issues often occur together and require specialized treatments to achieve optimal body sculpting results.
Dealing With Stubborn Fat
Stubborn fat accumulates in specific areas like the abdomen, thighs, arms, and love handles. These deposits remain resistant to lifestyle changes and require targeted intervention.
Liposuction serves as the primary surgical method for removing unwanted fat. The procedure targets multiple areas including the chin, arms, thighs, and midsection to create better body proportions.
Non-surgical options include ultrasonic cavitation and radiofrequency treatments. These technologies break down fat cells without incisions or downtime.
Common stubborn fat locations include:
- Abdomen – Lower belly and love handles
- Thighs – Inner and outer thigh areas
- Arms – Upper arm fat thickness
- Back – Bra line and lower back rolls
The choice between surgical and non-surgical approaches depends on the amount of fat and desired results timeline.
Treating Sagging Skin
Sagging skin develops after significant weight loss, pregnancy, or natural aging. This loose tissue creates an uneven body contour that requires skin tightening procedures.
Surgical body lifts remove excess skin while tightening underlying tissues. Tummy tucks address abdominal laxity, while arm lifts target “bat wings” on the upper arms.
Thigh lifts smooth both inner and outer leg areas where skin commonly droops. Body lifts provide comprehensive treatment for multiple areas simultaneously.
Non-invasive skin tightening uses radiofrequency energy to stimulate collagen production. These treatments work best for mild to moderate skin laxity.
Skin tightening addresses:
- Post-pregnancy abdominal changes
- Weight loss-related loose skin
- Age-related tissue relaxation
- Cellulite appearance improvement
Compression garments support healing and enhance results for all skin tightening procedures.
What Results to Expect?
Most patients begin noticing changes within 2-4 weeks after their initial body contouring session. Full results typically become visible around 3 months as the body naturally eliminates destroyed fat cells.
Fat reduction varies by treatment area and individual response. Patients can expect a 20-25% reduction in targeted fat deposits after completing their treatment series.
Muscle enhancement through technologies like Emsculpt NEO shows measurable improvements in muscle mass and definition. Clinical studies demonstrate up to 16% increase in muscle mass in treated areas.
Body sculpting works best for patients within 15-20 pounds of their ideal weight. These treatments target stubborn fat pockets and enhance existing muscle tone rather than providing dramatic weight loss.
Results depend on several factors:
- Starting body composition
- Treatment area size
- Individual metabolism
- Adherence to recommended sessions
Patients with realistic expectations about gradual improvement see the highest satisfaction rates. Body contouring enhances natural contours rather than creating dramatic transformations.
Longevity of Outcomes
Properly maintained results from body contouring can last several years with appropriate lifestyle choices. The longevity depends on the specific treatment type and patient commitment to healthy habits.
Fat cell destruction through treatments like truSculpt iD provides permanent results. Once fat cells are eliminated, they cannot regenerate in the treated area.
However, remaining fat cells can still expand with weight gain. Patients who maintain stable weight through diet and exercise preserve their body sculpting results longer.
Muscle enhancement results require ongoing maintenance through regular physical activity. While initial improvements last 6-12 months, consistent exercise helps sustain muscle definition gains.
Key factors affecting longevity include:
- Weight stability – maintaining within 5-10 pounds of treatment weight
- Regular exercise – preserving muscle tone improvements
- Healthy diet – preventing fat accumulation in untreated areas
- Age – natural aging processes affect skin elasticity
Most patients schedule maintenance sessions every 12-18 months to optimize their results. This approach helps address any new areas of concern while preserving existing improvements.