Before considering cosmetic surgery, we recommend that you achieve your goal weight. However, we understand that if it were that simple, more people would be thin. Sometimes, diet and exercise are not enough to effectively reduce weight.
Our board-certified plastic surgeon, Dr. Kai Morimoto, is passionate about health and wellness. She is committed to helping you transform your appearance and taking back control of your health. If you are struggling to lose weight, our team can help you explore weight loss management in Coeur d’Alene.
Decades of research have proven that being overweight or obese increases your risk for several types of chronic illnesses and diseases. For example, chronic obesity can lead to heart disease, type two diabetes, immune-mediated conditions, and certain types of cancer. Weight loss management treatments in Coeur d’Alene can help protect your health and improve your overall well-being.
After losing excess weight, some people are able to stop taking their diabetes medication or experience better heart health. Obesity can cause pain and discomfort in your joints, which can make it harder to engage in dynamic movements. When you are thinner, movement may be easier, allowing you to engage in recreational activities that can help with weight management.
There is no one-size-fits-all approach to weight loss management. During your consultation with Dr. Morimoto, she will discuss your possible weight loss options and recommend the most effective strategy for your metabolic rate, weight, and anatomical build. Weight loss management options fall under two categories: prescription medications and surgical solutions.
Prescription weight loss drugs have been prescribed by doctors to help people lose weight for decades. This option is particularly effective when diet and exercise have not yielded successful results. Weight loss medications reduce your appetite, helping you feel full for longer periods. Prescription weight loss drugs are generally recommended to individuals with a BMI of 30 or higher or a BMI of 27 with weight-related health conditions, such as high blood pressure, type two diabetes, or other heart conditions.
It is essential to follow your healthcare provider’s guidance while using these drugs because they can have adverse side effects and are meant to be used alongside healthy lifestyle choices.
Semaglutide is a weight loss management prescription drug that was recently approved by the FDA. Although the drug was originally approved to manage type two diabetes, physicians and case studies have found that people taking it for diabetes also experienced weight loss.
Semaglutide mimics a natural hormone that regulates appetite and blood sugar, slowing down your digestion, so you feel satiated longer. It also reduces cravings, making it easier to adhere to a lower-calorie diet. Clinical trials have shown that semaglutide, marketed under brand names like Ozympic and Wegovy, can lead to weight loss in the first year of taking the drug.
However, you must be monitored by a healthcare provider, since it can lead to complications such as slowing or entirely stopping your gastrointestinal tract. It is typically recommended if you have a BMI of 30 or over, or if you have weight-related health conditions.
Dr. Morimoto also offers surgical interventions to achieve permanent weight loss by targeting specific fat deposits that are resistant to diet and exercise. For example, liposuction can create a more contoured bodily appearance by removing excess fat in the abdomen, hips, thighs, and back.
After pregnancy and childbirth, a woman’s body can change drastically, including retaining stubborn fat in specific areas. A popular procedure that can help restore your pre-pregnancy body is a mommy makeover. This is a combination of procedures that address common areas affected by pregnancy, such as sagging breasts and excess fat in the stomach, thighs, upper arms, and lower back.
During your surgery, Dr. Morimoto can remove excess fat and skin, while tightening your underlying muscles and tissue for a more youthful silhouette. This is particularly effective during a tummy tuck procedure, which can tighten tissue from under the ribs to above the pubic bone.
Your surgeon can help you determine if prescription medication or surgery is the best method for your weight reduction treatment in Coeur d’Alene.
To learn more about personalized weight loss management in Coeur d’Alene, reach out to KM Plastic Surgery today to schedule a consultation with Dr. Kai Morimoto. Our team is dedicated to leveraging their education and experience to help you achieve the best possible results.
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