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PLASTIC SURGERY

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BMI Calculator
A BMI of
18.5 or below
is considered UNDERWEIGHT
A BMI of
18.5 to 24.9
is considered IDEAL
A BMI of
25-29.9
is considered OVERWEIGHT
A BMI of
30 or more
is considered OBESE

Why should I determine my body mass index (BMI) before plastic surgery?

Determine your Body Mass Index (BMI) to see what aesthetic procedures might be appropriate for you.Your Body Mass Index (BMI) is a number determined by the relationship between your weight and height.

The team at Forefront encourages patients considering plastic surgery to determine their BMI range before deciding on a procedure. Fat reduction procedures like liposuction and skin-tightening procedures like tummy tucks work best for patients who are at or near their ideal weight for their height, typically in the “normal” or “overweight” categories.

Patients who are considered obese would best benefit from lowering their BMI and maintaining a stable weight before choosing body contouring.