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A direct answer to one of the most common questions we hear, with suitability, risks, recovery and the cases where surgery is the better option.
Often, yes. Mild to moderate loose skin on the abdomen, arms, thighs, knees or buttocks can usually be improved without surgery. At Dr Ducu Clinics this is done with SkinTight™, a minimally invasive, ultrasound-guided treatment that delivers radiofrequency energy beneath the skin to contract tissue and stimulate new collagen.
When there is a large amount of excess, overhanging skin, surgery such as a tummy tuck or arm lift is usually the better option, and your doctor will tell you this honestly at consultation.
Results develop gradually and vary between patients; no specific result can be guaranteed.
Skin loses firmness when collagen and elastin can no longer hold it close to the underlying tissue. Common causes include significant weight loss, pregnancy, ageing, sun damage, genetics and previous liposuction.
How much loose skin there is, its quality and the thickness of the fat layer underneath decide which option is suitable. That is why every plan starts with an examination and an ultrasound scan.
Mild to moderate laxity, stable weight, good general health and realistic expectations. Suitability is confirmed only after an in-person consultation.
Large overhanging folds, skin left after major weight loss or significant separation of the abdominal muscles are usually better treated surgically.
Both options use radiofrequency energy; the right choice depends on how loose the skin is, the area and your skin quality.
Our minimally invasive skin-tightening treatment. Under local anaesthetic, a fine cannula delivers controlled radiofrequency energy beneath the skin, guided by ultrasound, to contract tissue and stimulate collagen. Where clinically appropriate, biostimulator injectables or RF microneedling may be added. Used on the abdomen, arms, thighs, knees and buttocks. Results vary between individuals.
Combines microneedling with radiofrequency energy to improve the texture and firmness of the skin surface. It may suit milder laxity or be combined with SkinTight™ to improve skin quality. Discomfort, downtime and results vary.
SkinTight™ is a medical procedure, so recovery, risks and expected results are explained before any treatment.
Common questions about loose skin treatment in London. Can’t find your answer? Our team will help.
SkinTight™ is performed under local anaesthetic, so most patients feel pressure rather than pain during treatment. Some tenderness afterwards is common and settles over the following days.
Most people return to desk work within a few days. Swelling and bruising usually settle over one to two weeks, and strenuous exercise is paused for a period set by your doctor.
Some tightening may be noticed early, but most change develops gradually over three to six months as collagen remodels. Results vary between patients.
Changes can be long-lasting, but skin continues to age and weight changes affect results. Maintenance or additional treatment may be recommended.
When there is a large amount of excess skin, such as an overhanging fold after major weight loss or pregnancy, surgery usually gives a more effective result. We will explain this honestly at consultation.
At consultation we examine the area, scan it with ultrasound and explain options, limitations and risks before any treatment.
Treatment planned to support abdominal contour and firmer-looking skin, where clinically appropriate.
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