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I recently lost more than 50lbs but my skin looks flabby. is there anything that i can do to restore it?

Q: i recently lost more than 50lbs but my skin looks flabby. is there anything that i can do to restore it?

Be active &amp; patient: Depending on time elapsed, if you recently lost a lot of weight, your skin will take time to adjust--usually 6 months recommended prior to considering plastic surgical intervention. If has been that long, consult a plastic surgeon for options.

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Dr. Donald Alves answered

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Be active & patient: Depending on time elapsed, if you recently lost a lot of weight, your skin will take time to adjust--usually 6 months recommended prior to considering plastic surgical intervention. If has been that long, consult a plastic surgeon for options.

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Answered 5/7/2014

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A member asked:

I recently lost more than 50lbs but my skin looks flabby. is there anything that i can do to restore it?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Donald Alves answered

Dr Finkelstein agreed

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