Surgeons Report 100-Pound GLP-1 Weight Loss Spurs More Cosmetic Procedures

2 articles · Updated · Fox News · Jun 19

Plastic surgeons say GLP-1-driven weight loss is bringing more patients in for cosmetic fixes, including so-called “Ozempic ears,” breast lifts and buttock treatments after fat and skin volume drop.
Doctors linked the complaints to rapid or substantial fat loss from drugs such as Ozempic and Wegovy, saying skin and supporting tissue often do not tighten fast enough to match body changes.
Sachin Parikh said semaglutides can thin earlobe fat pads without harming hearing, making any treatment purely cosmetic; reported options include filler, fat transfer, laser work and earlobe reduction surgery.
Mohammed Asif, Michael Omidi and Samuel Golpanian said they are seeing more body-contouring work — from tummy tucks to arm and thigh lifts — with Golpanian reporting “dozens” of patients seeking help for “Ozempic butt.”
The American Society of Plastic Surgeons expects the trend to continue as some patients lose up to 100 pounds on GLP-1s, while surgeons say high protein intake and resistance training may limit muscle loss and some contour changes.