GLP-1 weight loss

Aka “Ozempic Face”

Weight loss can dramatically affect the appearance of the face and body.

Rapid weight loss that occurs with bariatric surgery and medications such as GLP-1 inhibitors (e.g Ozempic, Wegovy) cause a significant deflation in facial volume and subsequent tissue decent and laxity.

This can result in the appearance of jowls, sagging and hollowing of the face as well as body changes.

Losing weight more slowly can help reduce the effects of weight loss on the skin.

For the face:

Typically non surgical treatments are not effective for restoring facial aesthetics in this scenario.

Lifting with facelift techniques, and filling with fat injections (nano fat / micro fat /autologous fat) can restore the volume, contours and aesthetics of the face.

Emily is skilled in all methods of face and neck lift surgery including deep plane, high smas, smasectomy, smas flap, smas plication. A thorough consultation will determine what method is most effective for your individual anatomy and facial structure.

For the body:

Lifting with techniques such as abdominoplasty (tummy tuck), breast lift, arm lift (brachioplasty) can help recontour the body to aid with wearing clothes and participating in activities. A consultation is required to determine which procedures will most help restore form and function and if they can be combined safely in your unique situation.