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Body Surgery in New York City, NY

A body that no longer reflects how a person feels inside, whether shaped by pregnancy, significant weight loss, or the simple passage of time, can be a source of frustration that no amount of diet or exercise fully resolves. Dr. Elisa Atamian, our skilled plastic surgeon in New York City, works with patients to close that gap, using body contouring techniques tailored to each patient’s proportions, skin quality, and goals. Her approach favors results that look proportionate and natural on the individual body in front of her, not a generic outcome applied the same way to every patient.

Please review the information below to learn more about our body contouring procedures. If you have questions, or you’re ready to schedule a consultation with Dr. Elisa Atamian, please contact us today.

Body Surgery At a Glance

Benefits beyond the mirror.: Patients often describe better-fitting clothing, improved posture, and renewed motivation to maintain their results through diet and exercise.
A wide range of candidates.: Healthy, non-smoking adults near their goal weight who are bothered by excess skin and/or stubborn fat in one or more body areas may be candidates.
Comprehensive treatment options.: From tummy tuck and liposuction to mommy makeover and body contouring, Dr. Atamian offers procedures that can be performed individually or combined for more complete results.
Advanced training and credentials.: Dr. Atamian brings extensive surgical training to every body procedure, staying current with contouring techniques that prioritize both safety and natural-looking contours.
A collaborative planning process.: Every consultation involves an honest discussion of what surgery can and cannot achieve, so patients enter their procedure with realistic, well-informed expectations.

Tummy Tuck

Pregnancy and significant weight fluctuations can stretch abdominal skin and separate underlying muscles in ways that diet and exercise alone cannot correct. A tummy tuck (abdominoplasty) removes excess skin and fat while repairing separated muscles, creating a firmer, flatter abdominal profile. Dr. Atamian customizes the technique to each patient’s degree of laxity, and many patients choose to combine this procedure with liposuction for more refined contouring along the waist and flanks.

Most patients need two to three weeks off work after tummy tuck surgery, with a compression garment worn for several weeks to support healing. Strenuous exercise and heavy lifting are typically restricted for four to six weeks.

Liposuction

For patients with stubborn fat deposits that resist diet and exercise, liposuction offers targeted removal from areas such as the abdomen, flanks, thighs, and arms. Dr. Atamian uses this technique both as a standalone procedure and as a complement to tummy tucks, lifts, or contouring surgeries, sculpting a smoother, more balanced silhouette while respecting each patient’s natural body shape.

Recovery is generally quicker than more invasive body procedures, with many patients returning to non-strenuous activities within a few days to a week. Swelling and bruising should improve steadily over several weeks, with final contours emerging over the following months.

Fat Transfer

Fat transfer (also known as fat grafting or fat injections) takes fat removed through liposuction and reinjects it into another area of the body, such as the buttocks or hips, to restore volume and shape using the patient’s own tissue. Because the fat is autologous, results tend to look and feel remarkably natural, and Dr. Atamian carefully assesses harvest sites and injection technique to support graft survival and long-term outcomes. Fat transfer can be an effective procedure for facial enhancement or even as a complement to breast augmentation to further improve symmetry and shape.

Patients typically take about a week off work, avoiding pressure on the injected area to protect the transferred fat during the critical early healing period. Full results should become apparent over several months as the transferred fat settles.

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Mommy Makeover

Pregnancy and breastfeeding often change the breasts and midsection in ways that persist long after childbirth. A mommy makeover combines procedures, typically a tummy tuck with breast augmentation, lift, or reduction, into a single surgical treatment plan tailored to each mother’s specific concerns.

Because this procedure combines multiple surgeries, recovery runs longer than any single treatment alone, with two to three weeks off work and several weeks of activity restrictions. Dr. Atamian provides a detailed recovery timeline based on the specific combination of procedures performed. Depending on individual needs, Dr. Atamian may recommend sequencing the mommy makeover over a series of appointments instead of performing all treatments in a single operation.

Body Lift

For patients who have lost substantial weight, whether through traditional diet and lifestyle changes, GLP-1 therapies, or bariatric surgery, loose, sagging skin can remain even after the fat is gone. Body lift procedures can address this excess skin across areas like the abdomen, back, arms, and thighs, often requiring a staged approach depending on the extent of correction needed. Dr. Atamian evaluates each patient’s skin elasticity and weight stability before recommending a contouring plan.

Recovery varies with the extent of correction, but most patients should plan for two to three weeks of downtime and several weeks of restricted activity. Swelling and scar maturation should continue to improve in the months after surgery.

Arm Lift

Loose, hanging skin along the upper arms, often called “bat wings,” can develop with aging or weight loss and rarely responds to exercise alone. An arm lift (brachioplasty) removes excess skin and tightens underlying tissue to create a more toned, contoured arm. Dr. Atamian selects an incision pattern based on the degree of skin laxity, balancing scar length against the amount of correction achieved.

Most patients take one to two weeks off work, with arm movement and lifting restricted for several weeks to protect the incisions. Swelling typically resolves over four to six weeks.

Thigh Lift

Excess skin and fat along the inner or outer thighs can cause discomfort, chafing, and self-consciousness that limits clothing choices and activity. A thigh lift removes this excess tissue and tightens the remaining skin for a smoother, firmer contour. Dr. Atamian tailors incision placement to the treatment area and can combine thigh lift surgery with liposuction for enhanced definition.

Downtime typically runs one to two weeks, with limited walking and no strenuous lower-body activity for several weeks afterward. Compression garments are worn during early recovery to support healing and reduce swelling.

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Take the Next Step

If you’re ready to explore your body contouring options with a plastic surgeon who listens first and operates with precision, contact Atamian Plastic Surgery in New York City today to schedule your one-on-one consultation with Dr. Elisa Atamian.