When it comes to body feminization surgery, patients often ask how they can maximize their results. At the GCC, we caution patients against rapid weight gain before surgery for the two reasons listed below. You can learn more about our recommendations around preoperative weight gain and how to maximize your fat grafting results here.

First, it can be challenging to maintain a sustainable weight that is not natural for our lifestyle without significant continuous effort. Significant weight fluctuation post-op can affect your final results.

Second, the type of fat that is available for grafting is called “subcutaneous fat” which refers to fat that is stored just beneath the skin. Often, the fat that appears from short-term, unsustainable weight gain is called “mesenteric,” referring to the fat that accumulates around the intestines. “Mesenteric” fat cannot be accessed by a surgeon as a part of body contouring, and if present in significant quantities, it can significantly contribute to cardiovascular risk.