530 Stephenson Ave, Suite 300
Savannah, GA 31405
Phone: (912) 503-2738
Wednesday: 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
Friday: 9 a.m.–2 p.m.
740 E. General Stewart Way, Suite 210B
Hinesville, GA 31313
Phone: (912) 503-2738
Monday (alternating with Brunswick): 9 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
3226-F Hampton Avenue
Brunswick, GA 31520
Phone: (912) 503-2738
Monday (alternating with Hinesville): 9 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
350 Fording Island Road, Suite 202
Bluffton, SC 29910
Phone: (912) 503-2738
Tuesday, Thursday: 1 p.m.–5 p.m.
What Is Post-Weight Loss Surgery?
Post-weight loss surgery, or body contouring after weight loss, is a customized set of procedures designed to address the physical aftereffects of losing a substantial amount of weight. Whether you achieved your weight loss goals through lifestyle changes, medication, or bariatric surgery, the skin and tissue that were stretched over time often lose the ability to bounce back on their own. The goal is to create smoother, more natural-looking body contours while improving your comfort and mobility.
Benefits of Post-Weight Loss Surgery
You’ve already done the hard work—this is the finishing touch. Post-weight loss surgery can dramatically improve both your appearance and your daily quality of life.
Benefits include:
- Removal of excess, sagging skin
- Improved clothing fit and freedom in your wardrobe
- Relief from chafing, rashes, or skin irritation
- Enhanced mobility and physical comfort
- A smoother, more defined shape that reflects your hard-earned results
- A major confidence boost after your weight loss journey
For many patients, this is the final step in fully reclaiming their health, body, and self-image
Are You a Good Candidate?
Post-weight loss surgery may be a good option if you’ve reached your goal weight and are dealing with persistent skin laxity.
You may be a strong candidate if you:
- Are at a stable weight and not planning future weight loss or pregnancy
- Are a nonsmoker in good general health
- Have excess skin or sagging in one or more areas of the body
- Are committed to maintaining your results with healthy habits
- Have realistic expectations about scarring, healing, and outcomes
During your consultation, Dr. Curtsinger will assess your anatomy, medical history, and goals to build a plan that works for you.
Common Post-Weight Loss Surgery Options
Dr. Curtsinger will create a surgical plan tailored to your body’s unique needs and your personal goals. Most plans include a combination of the following:
- Circumferential Body Lift: A comprehensive procedure that includes a tummy tuck in the front, removal of muffin top and love handle fat, lateral thigh lift, butt lift with shaping, and contouring to create the smallest hourglass waist possible.
- Extended tummy tuck or Fleur-de-Lis abdominoplasty: Removes hanging skin from the abdomen and flanks, often with vertical and horizontal tightening for significant laxity
- Breast Augmentation,breast lift, or breast reduction: Restores volume, reshapes sagging breasts, or reduces breast size to match the new proportions of your body.
- Brachioplasty (Arm Lift): Removes loose, hanging skin from the upper arms, improving definition and comfort in fitted clothing.
- Thigh Lift: Tightens and reshapes the inner or outer thighs by removing excess skin and soft tissue.
- Upper Body Lift: Addresses lax skin on the upper back, underarms, and chest, complementing other contouring procedures.
- Face and Neck Lift: Lifts and firms sagging skin, sharpens the jawline, and refreshes the overall appearance of the face and neck.
These procedures may be performed in stages or combined into a single surgical session when safe to do so. They may also be part of a mommy makeover procedure.
What To Expect Before & During Surgery
Body contouring after weight loss requires careful planning and a surgical approach tailored to your body’s needs.
Here’s what to expect:
- Before surgery: You’ll meet with Dr. Curtsinger for a comprehensive consultation. He’ll perform a physical exam, discuss your concerns, and help prioritize which areas to address. We will provide preoperative instructions to prepare you for surgery.
- During surgery: These procedures are performed under general anesthesia and may take several hours, depending on their scope. Dr. Curtsinger uses advanced techniques such as layered closure and progressive tension sutures to improve healing and minimize the need for drains when possible.
- Immediately after surgery: You’ll spend time in a recovery area before being discharged to rest at home with a trusted adult. You’ll wear compression garments and receive detailed aftercare guidance.
Dr. Curtsinger personally follows up with you after surgery to support your healing process and answer any questions.
Luke J. Curtsinger III, M.D.
Dr. Luke Curtsinger is a board-certified plastic surgeon with more than 30 years of focused experience in breast enhancement and body contouring surgery. He has performed well over 20,000 surgeries for patients from Savannah, Bluffton, Brunswick, Hinesville, and the surrounding area.
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Recovery & Results
After Post-Weight Loss Surgery
Recovery varies based on the number and extent of procedures, but most patients find it manageable with proper planning and support.
Here’s a general recovery timeline:
Weeks 1 to 2: Expect soreness, tightness, and fatigue. You’ll rest, wear compression garments, and avoid strenuous movement. Those with sedentary or desk-based jobs generally return to work within 1 to 2 weeks.
Weeks 3 to 4: Swelling and bruising begin to subside. You may resume light activities and possibly return to non-physical work.
Weeks 6 to 8: Most patients are cleared for full activity.
3 to 6 months: Incisions continue to fade, and your results become more refined. Swelling should be mostly resolved, revealing your new shape.
For many patients, this phase represents more than just physical healing; it’s the point where they begin to truly feel at home in their new body. As your contours settle and your confidence grows, the results become not just visible but deeply felt.
Schedule Your Consultation
You’ve come so far, now take the final step. You can request a consultation using the online form or call us at (912) 503-2738 to schedule your post-weight loss surgery consultation with Dr. Luke Curtsinger in Savannah, GA.
What Patients Are Saying
Our patients describe their experiences and life-changing results.
Best decision I could have made, and my only regret is not doing it sooner! I truly cannot say enough good things about Dr. Curtsinger and his staff. From the first time I walked into the office for my consultation, everyone was so welcoming and made me feel comfortable. Dr. Curtsinger is incredibly...
I was treated so nicely by the staff and Dr. Curtsinger. No waiting and all my questions were answered.
I had my breast augmentation with Dr. Curtsinger using the Motiva Preserve technique, and I couldn’t be happier with my experience! He and his entire staff made me feel comfortable and confident throughout the whole process. My recovery has been much easier than I expected, and I’m already so happy...
Reviewed for clinical accuracy by Dr. Luke Curtsinger on August 12th, 2026.