What about butts after massive weight loss??
Many changes occur after weight loss. We have been discussing arms, abdomen, breast and when to proceed with these procedures after weight loss or weight loss surgery.
The problem with massive weight loss is that protein stores in the body are consumed after sugar and before fat. We all want to lose the fat first but this is not generally what happens. Fat is the bodies way of long term energy storage and is mobilized only after other sources are used up or low. In massive weight loss, especially after bypass surgery, muscle protein is mobilized as the weight loss proceeds. One of the biggest muscles in our bodies is the muscles in the butt.....the gluteal muscles. Think about it....these muscles are the lever that allow us to stand, walk, use stairs, etc., it is not just a seat pad!! As weight loss proceeds, this muscle gets smaller as protein is mobilized and used for energy. As this occurs, of course, the skin sags and the butt ends up on the upper thighs. Many people want their butt back to its original position. The way we put it back is with the butt lift. It is similar to a tummy tuck for the rear end. The incision is placed along the upper Gluteal region and the skin is lifted up to remove the excess. In some instances an implant can also be placed to give more volume to the butt. The one pictured here has had a previous tummy tuck as well.
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