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Post Weight Loss You’ve worked incredibly hard to reach this point. We’re here to help you feel as comfortable and confident as you deserve.

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Reaching your goal weight is something to be proud of. And we know it may have taken years of effort, patience, setbacks, determination, and support to get here. Whether your journey involves lifestyle changes, GLP-1 medication, bariatric surgery, or a combination, it deserves recognition.

It’s completely normal for loose, stretched or heavy skin to remain, and for it to affect how you move, dress, or feel in your body. Post-weight-loss surgery (also called body contouring) can help bring your shape closer to how you feel inside – restoring your comfort, balance, and confidence.

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Why you’re considering post-weight-loss surgery

You might be feeling proud of how far you’ve come – and at the same time frustrated that certain areas of your body still don’t feel like “you.” It’s very common to find that loose skin affects comfort, movement, or confidence even after significant weight change.

Maybe you recognise some of the following:

Clothes that don’t fit the way you’d hoped
Discomfort during exercise or daily movement
Skin irritation within folds
Feeling self-conscious socially or in intimate situations
A sense that your reflection doesn’t match how hard you’ve worked

Whatever brings you here, you’re not alone. And it’s okay to want your outside to reflect your effort and identity.

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Is this right for you?

Body contouring is safest and most effective when a few things are in place. We’ll talk through all of this together in your consultation, but as a guide, you may be ready if you:

Have maintained a stable weight for around 6 months
Have a BMI under 30
Are in good general health
Don’t smoke
Are looking for improvement rather than “perfection”

These guidelines are here to help us plan safely and set you up for a smooth recovery.

Abdomonioplasty (Tummy Tuck)

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Mons Lift

Brachioplasty (Arm lift)

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Medial Thighplasty (Thigh Lift)

Mastopexy (Breast Uplift)

What to Expect

Your body has been through a lot, and it’s normal for the skin to respond differently after major weight loss. Healing may be slower, and you may need a staged approach. But you’ll never be left to navigate any of this alone.

Here are some things to keep in mind:

Healing can take time
Scars improve gradually
Staged procedures are sometimes the safest option
Close follow-up helps keep you comfortable
Progress often builds steadily rather than all at once

One step at a time is all you need. We’ll guide you through every part.

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Recovery and aftercare

Your recovery will be personal to you, and we’ll support you through the whole process. You’ll know exactly what to expect at each stage, and you’ll always have a point of contact if anything worries you.

Most patients:

Wear compression garments to help reduce swelling
Have dressings monitored closely
Need several weeks off work
Avoid exercise until cleared
Attend regular follow-up appointments
Receive guidance on scar care and nutrition

Good nutrition, hydration, rest, and following medical advice all play an important role in healing well.

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Preparing for surgery

Before surgery, you’ll be guided through:

Nutrition to support healing (especially protein)
Hydration
Stopping certain medications if needed
Avoiding smoking, vaping, and alcohol
Planning time off work and support at home

These steps help your body recover well and lay the foundation for long-lasting results.

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A little about risk

Surgery can offer meaningful benefits, but no procedure is risk-free. Some risks are minor and common; others are rare but important to understand. We’ll explain what applies to you in detail during your consultation.

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As your body heals, you may notice changes that build gradually – choosing clothes more easily, moving with more freedom, or feeling more at ease socially. These shifts are subtle at first, but they matter.

Research shows that body contouring after weight loss can improve self-esteem, comfort, body image, and overall wellbeing. Inside the clinic, we often see patients reconnecting with their confidence and sense of self in their own time, and in their own way.

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Pricing and Finance

You will receive a clear quotation setting out the cost of your treatment and what is included before you decide whether to proceed.

Consultation Fees

A new consultation is charged at £200.

Follow-up consultations are charged at £150, unless the appointment forms part of an agreed surgical package or postoperative follow-up pathway.

Consultation fees are payable regardless of whether surgery is subsequently arranged. A consultation provides assessment, advice and discussion of treatment options; it does not guarantee that surgery will be recommended or offered.

Non-Attendance and Late Cancellation

Patients are kindly asked to provide at least three working days’ notice if they need to cancel or rearrange an appointment.

Non-attendance, or cancellation with less than three working days’ notice, will incur a fee of £125. This fee reflects the clinical time reserved for the appointment and the difficulty of offering the appointment to another patient at short notice.

Self-Pay Surgery Packages

For self-pay patients, surgery is usually provided as a fixed-price package. This is intended to give patients clarity and reassurance about the cost of their planned procedure.

Your written quotation will confirm what is included. In most cases, the package price includes:

Hospital fees for the planned procedure
Surgeon’s fee
Anaesthetist’s fee, where applicable
Standard postoperative follow-up appointments relating to the procedure
Routine aftercare directly related to the planned surgery, as specified in your quotation

Package prices are based on the procedure agreed at the time of booking. If the surgical plan changes, if additional procedures are requested, or if further treatment is required outside the agreed package, additional fees may apply.

Complication Cover

Self-pay surgical packages usually include a period of cover for the treatment of complications directly related to the procedure. The exact terms, duration and exclusions of this cover are set by the hospital where your surgery is performed.

Depending on the hospital, complication cover may apply for a defined period, which may be 6 or 12 months. Full details will be provided by the relevant hospital before surgery.

Complication cover is not a guarantee that all future treatment, revision surgery or additional procedures will be provided without charge. Cover may not apply to unrelated medical problems, pre-existing conditions, treatment required outside the hospital’s terms, or surgery requested for aesthetic preference rather than a recognised complication.

In an emergency, patients should seek urgent medical attention through the most appropriate service, including NHS emergency care where necessary.

Revision Surgery and Further Procedures

Every effort is made to achieve the best possible outcome, but no surgical procedure can guarantee a specific result, perfect symmetry, invisible scarring or complete satisfaction. Healing, scarring, swelling and final results vary between individuals.

If revision surgery is required because of a complication, eligibility for cover will depend on the hospital’s package terms and the clinical circumstances.

If surgery has been performed to an appropriate clinical standard, but a patient remains dissatisfied with the aesthetic outcome or wishes to pursue further refinement, any revision or additional surgery will usually incur further charges. These may include hospital fees, surgeon’s fees and anaesthetic fees.

Additional Costs and Exclusions

Unless specifically included in your written quotation, additional costs may apply for investigations, scans, specialist opinions, extra procedures, further hospital admissions, prescriptions, dressings, garments, travel, accommodation, time off work or treatment unrelated to the planned surgery.

The written quotation and the hospital’s own terms and conditions will take precedence over any general information provided on this website.

Payment Terms

Payment terms, deposits, cancellation policies and refund arrangements are determined by the hospital where your procedure is booked. These will be provided to you before surgery.

Surgery can only proceed once all required payments have been received and all relevant consent, preoperative assessment and hospital requirements have been completed.

Finance

To help make treatment more affordable, you may choose to spread the cost of your procedure through a personal medical loan with Chrysalis Finance. Subject to eligibility and approval, Chrysalis offers a range of flexible finance options, allowing you to pay for your treatment in manageable monthly instalments rather than a single upfront payment.

The hospitals we work with offer finance options through Chrysalis Finance. Please contact your chosen hospital directly for further information or to discuss any questions.

You’ve come a long way already. If you feel ready to explore the next stage – one that helps your body feel more like home – we’re here to guide you through it with clarity and care.

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Your next step starts with a conversation

A consultation at The Antler Clinic is simply a chance to talk – to ask questions, explore your options, and decide what feels right for you.

You’ll leave with clarity, reassurance, and the same calm support that defines everything we do.

Post Weight Loss You’ve worked incredibly hard to reach this point. We’re here to help you feel as comfortable and confident as you deserve.

Why you’re considering post-weight-loss surgery