Is Body Contouring Painful?

Mild to moderate soreness and swelling are expected after surgery, but pain is usually well-managed with prescribed medications and proper rest. Most patients describe the recovery as tolerable and find that discomfort decreases significantly after the first week.

How Many Appointments Will I Need?

Most patients have an initial consultation, a preoperative visit, the surgery itself, and several follow-up appointments to monitor healing and ensure the best results.

When Will I See Results?

Changes are noticeable right away, but results improve steadily as swelling subsides over several weeks. Final results typically appear within three to six months and are long-lasting when paired with a healthy lifestyle.

Can I Combine Body Contouring with Other Procedures?

Yes. Many patients choose to combine procedures such as liposuction with a tummy tuck , or an arm lift with a thigh lift , to create a more balanced appearance and reduce overall recovery time.

Possible risks include infection, bleeding, scarring, or delayed wound healing. These are minimized by working with a double board-certified surgeon. Dr. Wilson and his team take every measure to ensure your safety and comfort from start to finish.

General Body Contouring

Lake Norman Plastic Surgery

Introduction

Refine, Rebalance, and Reveal Your Best Shape

Even with regular exercise and a healthy lifestyle, certain areas of the body can hold on to stubborn fat or loose skin that doesn’t respond to your efforts. Weight changes, pregnancy, or aging can all affect your body’s contour, leaving you feeling that your reflection doesn’t match the work you’ve put in.

At Lake Norman Plastic Surgery in Huntersville, North Carolina, Dr. Henry Wilson offers comprehensive body contouring procedures to help patients from across the Lake Norman region—including Cornelius, Davidson, Mooresville, Denver, and the greater Charlotte area—achieve smoother, more defined silhouettes that enhance their natural proportions.

Before + After Gallery

General Body Contouring Patient

View Results

A vertical shot of a young woman with long, dark hair, wearing a light pink bodysuit. She is leaning against a large window, looking down and to the side. The shot is taken indoors, with the blurry cityscape visible outside the window. The room is dimly lit, with a bed and lamp visible in the background. - General Body Contouring in Huntersville, NC

What Is General Body Contouring?

General body contouring refers to a customized combination of surgical procedures that remove excess fat, skin, and tissue to refine the body’s overall shape. Unlike weight loss, which reduces size, body contouring focuses on improving proportion and tone.

Depending on your anatomy and goals, treatment may include liposuction, a tummy tuck, a thigh lift, an arm lift, a buttock lift, or a combination of these techniques. This individualized approach allows Dr. Wilson to address multiple areas in a single, cohesive plan for balanced, natural-looking results.

Who Is a Good Candidate?

The best candidates for body contouring are individuals who are close to their ideal weight but struggle with localized fat deposits, loose skin, or areas that haven’t responded to lifestyle changes. This procedure is especially beneficial for patients who have lost significant weight or wish to restore a more youthful contour after pregnancy or aging.

Candidates should be non-smokers, in good general health, and have realistic expectations about recovery and results. During your consultation, Dr. Wilson will evaluate your anatomy, discuss your goals, and design a plan tailored to your specific needs.

Benefits of Body Contouring

Body contouring offers both cosmetic and functional benefits that can improve your confidence and quality of life. These may include:

A slimmer, smoother, and more proportionate shape
Removal of stubborn fat deposits resistant to diet and exercise
Firmer, tighter skin with improved tone and texture
Greater comfort in clothing and enhanced mobility
Relief from irritation or skin folds caused by excess tissue

Many patients also describe a renewed sense of confidence and satisfaction in their appearance that extends well beyond the physical transformation.

What’s the first step?

Your General Body Contouring Journey with Henry WIlson, MD

Your transformation begins with a consultation at Lake Norman Plastic Surgery in Huntersville. Dr. Wilson will review your medical history, examine the areas you wish to address, and discuss the procedures that best align with your goals. You’ll learn what to expect during surgery, recovery, and healing, as well as review before-and-after photos of other patients who have undergone similar transformations.

To schedule your consultation, call (704) 885-0550.

A physician, Dr. Henry Wilson, wearing a dark suit and yellow tie, shows a tablet to a seated female patient with long dark hair in an examination room. The tablet screen displays before-and-after photos of a woman's face. The patient is looking intently at the tablet. A framed certificate hangs on the wall behind the patient.

What to Expect on the Day of Surgery

On the day of your body contouring procedure, you will be welcomed by our experienced surgical team in the accredited surgical facility in Huntersville, where Dr. Wilson maintains privileges. Before surgery begins, anesthesia will be administered by a physician anesthesiologist, ensuring your comfort and safety throughout the procedure.

Depending on your plan, Dr. Wilson may perform liposuction, remove excess skin, or tighten the underlying tissue to restore smoother, firmer contours. When multiple areas are addressed in the same session, surgery may take several hours. Incisions are closed with meticulous care to minimize scarring, and you will be monitored closely in recovery before being discharged home the same day in most cases.

Close up shot of Dr. Henry Wilson outdoors, wearing protective scrubs, mask and hair cap. He wears glasses and a magnifying glass emphasizing his precision.

Recovery and Results

Your Guide to Post-General Body Contouring Care

Recovery will depend on the number and extent of procedures performed, but most patients should plan for one to two weeks of downtime before returning to light activity. Swelling, bruising, and mild discomfort are expected during the first phase of healing and will gradually improve. Compression garments may be used to minimize swelling and support the new contours.

Dr. Wilson and his team will provide detailed aftercare instructions and schedule follow-up visits to track your progress. Results continue to refine over several weeks as swelling subsides, with final contours typically visible after a few months. Maintaining a stable weight will help ensure your outcome remains long-lasting.

Cost of Body Contouring in the Lake Norman Area

Because every treatment plan is tailored to the patient’s goals and anatomy, the cost of body contouring varies depending on the number of procedures, operating time, anesthesia, and facility fees. After your consultation, Dr. Wilson will provide a detailed quote and discuss financing options to help make your transformation more accessible.

Why Choose Dr. Henry Wilson

Dr. Henry Wilson is a double board-certified plastic and general surgeon with 20 years of experience in advanced body contouring. He is certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and the American Board of Surgery, is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons, and is a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons and the Aesthetic Society.

Patients from Huntersville, Cornelius, Davidson, Mooresville, and greater Charlotte trust Dr. Wilson for his technical precision, artistic eye, and commitment to achieving natural, balanced results. At Lake Norman Plastic Surgery, every procedure is performed with a focus on safety, comfort, and patient satisfaction.