After Weight Loss Surgery — Procedure Goals

• EXCESS SKIN: Remove and tighten
• BODY SHAPE: Reveal your new body
• COMFORT: No more irritation
• COMPLETION: Finish your journey
• FREEDOM: Clothing fits right

After Weight Loss Surgery — Technique

• Multiple tummy tuck options: Standard, extended, belt, fleur de lis
• Lower body lift: 360° circumferential lifting
• Arm + thigh lift: Excess skin removal, discreet incisions
• Staged approach: Custom roadmap — 1 to 3 sessions

After Weight Loss Surgery — Techniques and variations

• Lower body lift: Circumferential incision to lift and tighten the abdomen, outer thighs, and buttocks in one procedure. Removes the apron of excess skin and lifts sagging tissue around the entire lower body.
• Belt abdominoplasty: Complete circumferential skin removal and tightening around the waist. Addresses the abdomen, flanks, and lower back simultaneously. Often the foundation of a post-bariatric body contouring plan.
• Fleur de lis abdominoplasty: Combines a vertical and horizontal incision pattern for patients with excess skin in both directions. Removes significantly more tissue than a standard tummy tuck. Ideal for massive weight loss patients.
• Arm lift (brachioplasty): Removes excess skin and fat from the upper arms. Incision placed along the inner arm where it is least visible. Can be combined with liposculpture for optimal contouring.
• Thigh lift: Addresses sagging skin of the inner and outer thighs. Incision patterns vary based on the extent of excess — from inner groin crease to vertical inner thigh approaches. Often staged with other procedures.

After Weight Loss Surgery — Key facts

• Hours: 3–6 — Surgery duration
• Nights: 1–2 — Hospital stay
• Weeks: 2–4 — Return to routine
• Days: 10–14 — Until you can fly home

After achieving major weight loss through bariatric surgery, medication (Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro), or lifestyle changes, many patients are left with excess skin that can cause discomfort, hygiene challenges, and frustration. ESSERIS post-bariatric body contouring addresses these concerns with advanced lifting techniques and precision skin removal. Lower body lifts, arm and thigh lifts, staged surgical roadmaps, and expert contouring designed to reveal the body your hard work has earned. ESSERIS offers the full spectrum of post-bariatric body contouring procedures: tummy tuck variations (standard, extended, belt/circular, and fleur de lis), lower body lift, arm lift (brachioplasty), thigh lift, and VASER liposculpture. Depending on the amount of excess skin and your goals, we may recommend addressing multiple areas in a single session or staging procedures over two or more surgeries for optimal safety and recovery. All procedures are performed at Hospital H+ in Los Cabos. For patients traveling from the US or Canada who have completed their weight loss journey, ESSERIS coordinates extended-stay recovery accommodations — combining world-class surgical care with the healing environment of Los Cabos.

At ESSERIS, the appropriate tummy tuck variation is selected based on excess skin distribution: standard for excess below the navel, extended when laxity reaches the flanks, belt/circular for 360-degree circumferential excess, and fleur de lis when both vertical and horizontal excess requires correction. Lower body lift combines a circumferential tummy tuck with buttock and outer thigh lifting — ideal for patients with significant laxity around the entire lower trunk. Arm lift (brachioplasty) removes excess skin from the upper arms, while thigh lift addresses the inner and outer thighs. Both use incisions placed in the most discreet locations possible. VASER liposculpture may be added to any combination to refine contours.

After Weight Loss Surgery — Frequently asked questions

• How long after bariatric surgery can I have body contouring? Typically 12–18 months after your bariatric procedure, once your weight has stabilized for at least 3–6 months. During your first contact meeting, your readiness will be evaluated and a personalized surgical plan created.
• How much does post-weight-loss body contouring cost in Mexico? Costs vary based on which areas are treated and whether procedures are combined or staged. Use our quote request to get a personalized estimate. ESSERIS delivers premium results at Hospital H+ at a fraction of comparable North American costs — with the same world-class standards.
• Will I need multiple surgeries? It depends on the extent of excess skin. Some patients address everything in 1–2 rounds, while others benefit from a staged 2–3 round plan. During your first contact meeting, a complete roadmap will be created tailored to your body and goals.
• Can I get skin removal after Ozempic, Wegovy, or Mounjaro weight loss? Yes — patients who have achieved significant weight loss through GLP-1 medications like Ozempic, Wegovy, or Mounjaro are candidates for body contouring once their weight has stabilized for 3-6 months. ESSERIS offers the full spectrum of skin removal and body sculpting procedures for post-medication weight loss patients.
• How much does skin removal surgery cost in Mexico? Skin removal and body contouring at ESSERIS is typically a fraction of comparable procedures in the United States or Canada — with the same board-certified surgeon, internationally accredited hospital, and world-class safety standards. Costs vary based on which areas are treated. Use our quote request for a personalized estimate.
• Is post-bariatric body contouring safe in Los Cabos? Yes. Dr. Mejía is a board-certified plastic surgeon and ASPS/ISAPS member who operates exclusively at Hospital H+ — a fully equipped, internationally accredited hospital with ICU and 24-hour nursing. Every procedure follows world-class sterile protocols and safety standards.
• How long should I stay in Los Cabos? Plan to arrive at least 3 days before surgery and stay 10–14 days after for follow-up and initial recovery. Los Cabos has direct flights to major US and Canadian cities. ESSERIS coordinates recovery accommodations and provides virtual follow-up after you return home.

After Weight Loss Surgery — Ideal candidate

• Significant weight loss with excess skin
• Weight has been stable for 3–6 months
• Want to complete your body transformation
• Good health and cleared by your bariatric team

You may be a candidate if you've achieved significant weight loss (typically 45+ kg / 100+ lbs) and have been at a stable weight for at least 6 months. Good overall health and nutritional status are essential prerequisites.

Plastic surgery in Los Cabos, Mexico — ESSERIS

ESSERIS offers premium plastic surgery in Los Cabos, Cabo San Lucas, San José del Cabo, Baja California Sur, Mexico for patients from the United States and Canada. Board-certified plastic surgeon, ASPS and ISAPS member, operating exclusively at Hospital H+ — an internationally accredited hospital. A premium alternative to Tijuana or Mexico City for plastic surgery medical tourism — with resort-level recovery, privacy, and direct flights from LAX, SFO, DFW, PHX, and other major US and Canadian cities. Virtual follow-up after returning home.