BODY COSMETIC SURGERY
Body Cosmetic Surgery in Connecticut
Dr. Mark Melendez provides personalized body cosmetic surgery in Shelton, Connecticut, with treatment plans based on each patient’s anatomy, health and goals.
Available procedures include tummy tuck, liposuction, buttock lift, mommy makeover, arm lift, thigh lift and post-weight-loss body contouring.
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PERSONALIZED. BALANCED. INDIVIDUAL.
Body Procedures Designed Around You
Body cosmetic surgery is not a one-size-fits-all process. Some patients are concerned about loose skin, localized fat or weakened abdominal tissues, while others are looking to address changes following pregnancy or significant weight loss.
Dr. Melendez begins by reviewing your medical history, areas of concern and expected outcome. He then explains which procedure—or combination of procedures—may be appropriate, together with realistic expectations, preparation and recovery.
Every recommendation is individualized and developed around your specific needs rather than a standard treatment plan.
ABDOMINAL CONTOURING
Tummy Tuck in Connecticut
A tummy tuck, medically known as abdominoplasty, is designed to improve the abdominal area by removing excess skin and fat and tightening weakened or separated abdominal muscles when appropriate. Patients may consider tummy tuck surgery when pregnancy, significant weight changes or aging have left loose abdominal skin that has not responded to diet and exercise.
Depending on the patient’s needs, Dr. Melendez may discuss a standard tummy tuck or a more limited mini-abdominoplasty. The appropriate approach depends on the amount and location of excess skin, the condition of the abdominal muscles and the patient’s individual goals.
A tummy tuck is not intended as a weight-loss procedure. During consultation, Dr. Melendez evaluates the abdominal area and explains what surgery may realistically achieve.
Tummy Tuck May Address:
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Loose or sagging abdominal skin
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Changes following pregnancy
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Excess skin after significant weight loss
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Weak or separated abdominal muscles
BODY-CONTOUR REFINEMENT
Liposuction in Connecticut
Liposuction is a body-contouring procedure used to remove localized fatty deposits from selected areas of the body. Common treatment areas may include the abdomen, hips, thighs and arms.
The procedure may be appropriate for patients who are close to their desired weight but still have areas of fat that have not responded to diet and exercise. Liposuction is intended to improve contour rather than serve as a general weight-loss treatment.
During the procedure, small incisions are made and a thin instrument called a cannula is used to remove fat beneath the skin. Different liposuction techniques may be discussed depending on the treatment area and the patient’s needs.
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Liposuction May Address:
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Localized fatty deposits
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Abdominal, hip, thigh or arm contour
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Areas resistant to weight-management efforts
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Patients combining liposuction with another procedure
LOWER-BODY CONTOURING
Buttock Lift
A buttock lift is intended to address loose or sagging skin affecting the buttock and upper-thigh area. These changes may occur after significant weight loss or as a result of aging, gravity and genetics.
The procedure removes and tightens excess skin to improve visible sagging, wrinkling or dimpling. The surgical approach depends on the amount of excess tissue, the patient’s anatomy and the overall treatment goals.
Some patients may consider a buttock lift as part of a broader lower-body-contouring plan. Whether it should be performed alone or alongside another procedure is determined during consultation.
Buttock Lift May Address:
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Loose or sagging buttock skin
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Changes following significant weight loss
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Reduced lower-body skin elasticity
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Concerns involving the buttock and upper-thigh area
POST-PREGNANCY BODY SURGERY
Mommy Makeover in Connecticut
Pregnancy and childbirth can create changes affecting several areas of the body. A mommy makeover is a personalized combination of procedures selected to address the individual patient’s post-pregnancy concerns.
Depending on the patient, treatment may include tummy tuck surgery, liposuction and one or more breast procedures. There is no single standard mommy-makeover package; every plan is developed around the patient’s anatomy, health and priorities.
During consultation, Dr. Melendez evaluates each area of concern and discusses whether procedures may be combined safely or should be completed in stages. Preparation, expected recovery and realistic outcomes are also reviewed before surgery.
A Mommy Makeover May Include:
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Tummy tuck
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Liposuction
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Breast enhancement or reshaping
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Treatment of multiple post-pregnancy concerns
UPPER-ARM CONTOURING
Arm Lift in Connecticut
An arm lift, also known as brachioplasty, is designed to reshape the upper arm by removing excess or sagging skin between the elbow and shoulder.
The appropriate technique depends on the amount and location of excess tissue. Selected patients may require a limited incision near the armpit, while more extensive upper-arm laxity may require a longer incision along the arm. Liposuction may also be discussed when localized fat contributes to the concern.
During consultation, Dr. Melendez evaluates the upper arms and explains the approach that may be most appropriate for the patient.
Arm Lift May Address:
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Sagging upper-arm skin
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Excess skin following weight loss
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Changes in upper-arm shape
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Patients considering brachioplasty with liposuction
BODY CONTOURING
Thigh Lift in Connecticut
A thigh lift is designed to improve the contour of the thighs by addressing loose or excess skin that may remain after significant weight loss, aging or other changes.
Depending on your concerns, Dr. Melendez will evaluate the areas you would like to improve and discuss whether thigh lift surgery may be appropriate for your anatomy and goals.
Thigh Lift May Address:
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Addresses loose or excess thigh skin
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Improves thigh contour
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Personalized surgical planning
BODY SURGERY AFTER MAJOR WEIGHT LOSS
Post-Weight-Loss Body Contouring in Connecticut
Significant weight loss can improve health and quality of life, but it may also leave excess skin that does not conform to the body’s smaller size.
Post-weight-loss body contouring, sometimes called post-bariatric plastic surgery or body-lift surgery, is designed to remove excess skin and improve the shape and support of underlying tissues.
Depending on the patient, treatment may involve the abdomen, lower body, thighs, arms, breasts or other areas. Some patients may require several procedures completed in stages rather than during a single operation.
During consultation, Dr. Melendez discusses the areas of greatest concern, appropriate procedure sequencing and realistic expectations for recovery.
Post-Weight-Loss Surgery May Address:
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Excess skin following major weight loss
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Lower-body laxity, upper-arm or thigh laxity
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Abdominal skin and tissue
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Changes affecting several body areas
What To Expect
01 — Consultation
Discuss your concerns, medical history and goals with Dr. Melendez.
02 — Personalized Treatment Plan
Dr. Melendez evaluates the relevant areas and explains which procedure or combination of procedures may be appropriate.
03 — Preparation
You will receive personalized instructions about preparation, realistic expectations and postoperative care.
04 — Procedure
Your surgery is performed according to the individualized treatment plan.
05 — Recovery & Follow-Up
Patients receive postoperative guidance and attend follow-up visits throughout recovery.
BEFORE & AFTER
Real Patients. Individual Results.
Ready to Discuss Your Body-Surgery Goals?
Choosing body surgery is a personal decision. A consultation with Dr. Melendez gives you the opportunity to discuss your concerns, learn which options may be appropriate and understand what you can realistically expect from treatment.
Visit our Shelton, Connecticut practice to receive an individualized recommendation and personalized procedure pricing.