How to fix sagging skin caused by weight loss injections

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Weight loss drugs are a prescription treatment designed to support weight loss alongside diet and exercise. Common brands include Ozempic, Wegovy and Saxenda.

What are weight loss injections?

Weight loss injections are GLP-1 agonists, commonly used by patients with type 2 diabetes. They are designed to manage blood sugar levels and reduce hunger, which as a result can support weight loss. This makes managing type 2 diabetes easier.

Over time it was noticed that the drugs were very effective in decreasing appetite and promoting weight loss, so a study began which looked at the use of GLP-1 agonists as specific weight loss medications.

Medications such as Wegovy and Saxenda have been specifically made and approved as weight loss drugs.

Other GLP-1 agonists, such as Ozempic and Mounjaro are actually meant for blood sugar management but the active ingredients such as Semaglutide and Tirzepatide can help to regulate your appetite, reduce cravings and keep you feeling fuller for longer which, alongside healthy eating and exercise can be effective for loosing weight too.

How do weight loss injections work?

Weight loss injections or GLP-1 agonists as they are medically known, work by mimicking a naturally produced hormone called glucagon-like peptide 1 (GLP-1).

GLP-1 is a hormone that can stimulate the release of insulin, suppress a hormone called glucagon and delay the emptying of the stomach to make you feel fuller.

GLP-1 agonists attach themselves to GLP-1 receptors, which results in the same effects.

Weight loss injections have been revolutionary for many who have been struggling with excess weight.

The effectiveness of each type of weight loss injection varies, but overall, they have been reported to help reduce patients’ weight by over 10%.

Results of weight loss injections

The results of weight loss injections can be life-changing for many, however, a common side-effect from weight loss injections is sagging skin.

Sagging skin after weight loss injections

Sagging or loose skin following weight loss is common, especially after significant fat loss.

It is caused when collagen and elastin fibres become damaged after the skin has been stretched for an extended period.

Loose skin following weight loss injections such as Ozempic is not directly caused by the medication. Losing weight quickly, over a short amount of time can make you more prone to areas of loose skin, which is being referred to as Ozempic Face and Ozempic Body or Ozempic Butt.

It is always best to allow your body time to firm up following weight loss injections. Weightlifting and resistance training are great ways to build muscle to fill the space of loose skin whilst also increasing elasticity in the skin. A diet rich with vitamins A, C and E can also help to increase collagen and elastin.

How to treat Ozempic Body?

If exercise and diet alone have not been helping with loose or sagging skin, then surgical skin tightening, or skin reduction treatments may be an option.

Significant weight loss typically leaves more skin than lifestyle adjustments such as diet and exercise can effectively manage. For this reason, a lot of people seek excess skin removal surgery.

The type of surgery you require will depend on where the loose skin is present. One of the most popular procedures is for the abdomen.

Tummy Tuck Surgery

Loose skin on the abdomen is common following significant weight loss. It can cause rippling, dimpling and overhanging skin (apron belly).

Tummy tuck / abdominoplasty surgery involves surgically removing excess skin from the abdomen and tightening the area for a smoother appearance. An extended tummy tuck can also remove skin from the hips and lower back if required.

Other excess skin removal surgery includes.

Panniculectomy / Apronectomy
Thigh Lift
Arm Lift / Brachioplasty
Belt Lipectomy / Lower Body Lift (Targets the abdomen, thighs and buttocks)
Buttock Lift / Gluteal Lift
Upper Back Lift / Bra-line back lift
Male Chest Lift

How to treat Ozempic Face?

Rapid weight loss is often more pronounced on the face as it reduces the fat that previously stretched and cushioned the skin is no longer in place. This can cause facial hollowing, more prominent lines, wrinkles and sagging jowls.

Restore Loss of Volume in the face

If you are looking to restore areas of volume loss in the face, then dermal fillers can be a great option.

Dermal fillers are an injectable treatment made up of hyaluronic acid. When injected into the face, this can plump and lift the skin for a healthier appearance.

Reduce sagging skin on the face

Sagging skin on the face can cause you to look older than you are, a great way to tighten the skin is our non-surgical skin tightening treatment, Ultherapy.

Ultherapy uses micro-focused ultrasound with visualisation (MFU-V) energy to treat to precise depths of the skin not matched by any other non-invasive cosmetic device. The treatment stimulates the production of collagen and elastin to lift and tighten loose skin.

Facelift for sagging skin

A facelift is a surgical procedure that tightens and smooths sagging skin. There are a variety of techniques available that focus on different areas of the face depending on what your main concerns are. Our one-stitch facelift procedures are popular with patients looking for a procedure that can be performed under local anaesthetic with minimal downtime and a low risk of swelling and bruising.

The soft tissue of the face will be tightened, resulting in a more defined appearance with no sagging or loose skin.

Why choose The Private Clinic?

Selecting the best clinic for removal of excess skin or skin tightening treatment, is an important choice that will affect the appearance of your body and your well-being. There are several reasons why The Private Clinic is unique among leaders in the industry.

Expert advice

The Private Clinic has been in the cosmetic surgery industry for over 40 years. We have leading surgeons and practitioners with decades of experience performing successful body contouring procedures and face tightening treatments. Our surgeons create individualised treatment plans with a profound awareness of anatomical and cosmetic details to produce exceptional outcomes that are customised just for you.

Outstanding care

All patients will receive a high level of dedicated care with their expert surgeon and nursing team before, during and long after every procedure. Our aftercare promise means we are always contactable with a 24 hour helpline to ensure you are always in the best of hands.

Patient Satisfaction

We have one of the highest TrustPilot 5 star ratings due to our focus on patient care and quality results. 98% of our patients would recommend us to their friends and family.

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