Body Contouring

Body Contouring

Restoring Balance, Proportion, and Definition Through Structural Refinement

What is Body Contouring?

Body contouring is a personalized approach that combines surgical and non-surgical procedures to reshape specific areas of the body.

Most contour concerns involve more than one factor, such as excess fat, loose skin, or volume loss. Addressing only one layer often leads to incomplete results.

Body contouring focuses on restoring proportion and balance through a tailored plan that may include liposuction, fat transfer, skin tightening, or other supportive treatments depending on your anatomy and goals.

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Body Contouring Before and After

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Right for you?

Localized fat deposits
Loose or sagging skin
Loss of body definition or proportion
Contour irregularities after weight loss or surgery
Areas resistant to exercise

Improved body proportion and definition
Smoother contours and tighter skin
Greater comfort and ease of movement
Increased confidence in clothing
Results tailored to natural anatomy

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Meet Dr. Daniel Gould

Dr. Daniel Gould is a board-certified plastic and reconstructive surgeon in Beverly Hills, CA, specializing in comprehensive body contouring surgery. His approach is structurally focused, combining precision liposuction, strategic skin excision, and fascial support to restore proportion and anatomical balance rather than simply reducing volume. Patients throughout Los Angeles and beyond seek his expertise for body contouring results that refine silhouette, improve definition, and create smooth, natural transitions across multiple body regions.

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Included in This Transformation

Breast lift surgery – elevated breast position with improved shape and contour side view

Breast Lift

Anatomy-Led Breast Reshaping for Position and Balance

Back lift – improved upper back and shoulder contour with smoother, tightened skin

Back Lift

Structural Correction for Balanced Contour

High-definition liposuction – sculpted abdomen with visible muscle definition close-up

High-Definition Liposuction

Anatomy-Led Contouring for Definition and Proportion

Brachioplasty – smooth, toned upper arm contour with improved skin tightness and definition

Brachioplasty

Restoring Upper Arm Contour Through Structural Refinement

Back lift – improved upper back and shoulder contour with smoother, tightened skin

Back Lift

Structural Correction for Balanced Contour

CO2 laser skin resurfacing – smoother skin tone and refined facial texture close-up portrait

CO2 Laser Skin Resurfacing

Precision Skin Resurfacing for Structural Renewal

RF Microneedling with Morpheus8

Deep Collagen Remodeling for Structural Skin Renewal

Breast lift surgery – elevated breast position with improved shape and contour side view

Breast Lift

Anatomy-Led Breast Reshaping for Position and Balance

Back lift – improved upper back and shoulder contour with smoother, tightened skin

Back Lift

Structural Correction for Balanced Contour

High-definition liposuction – sculpted abdomen with visible muscle definition close-up

High-Definition Liposuction

Anatomy-Led Contouring for Definition and Proportion

Brachioplasty – smooth, toned upper arm contour with improved skin tightness and definition

Brachioplasty

Restoring Upper Arm Contour Through Structural Refinement

Back lift – improved upper back and shoulder contour with smoother, tightened skin

Back Lift

Structural Correction for Balanced Contour

CO2 laser skin resurfacing – smoother skin tone and refined facial texture close-up portrait

CO2 Laser Skin Resurfacing

Precision Skin Resurfacing for Structural Renewal

RF Microneedling with Morpheus8

Deep Collagen Remodeling for Structural Skin Renewal

Breast lift surgery – elevated breast position with improved shape and contour side view

Breast Lift

Anatomy-Led Breast Reshaping for Position and Balance

Back lift – improved upper back and shoulder contour with smoother, tightened skin

Back Lift

Structural Correction for Balanced Contour

High-definition liposuction – sculpted abdomen with visible muscle definition close-up

High-Definition Liposuction

Anatomy-Led Contouring for Definition and Proportion

Brachioplasty – smooth, toned upper arm contour with improved skin tightness and definition

Brachioplasty

Restoring Upper Arm Contour Through Structural Refinement

Back lift – improved upper back and shoulder contour with smoother, tightened skin

Back Lift

Structural Correction for Balanced Contour

CO2 laser skin resurfacing – smoother skin tone and refined facial texture close-up portrait

CO2 Laser Skin Resurfacing

Precision Skin Resurfacing for Structural Renewal

RF Microneedling with Morpheus8

Deep Collagen Remodeling for Structural Skin Renewal

Breast lift surgery – elevated breast position with improved shape and contour side view

Breast Lift

Anatomy-Led Breast Reshaping for Position and Balance

Back lift – improved upper back and shoulder contour with smoother, tightened skin

Back Lift

Structural Correction for Balanced Contour

High-definition liposuction – sculpted abdomen with visible muscle definition close-up

High-Definition Liposuction

Anatomy-Led Contouring for Definition and Proportion

Brachioplasty – smooth, toned upper arm contour with improved skin tightness and definition

Brachioplasty

Restoring Upper Arm Contour Through Structural Refinement

Back lift – improved upper back and shoulder contour with smoother, tightened skin

Back Lift

Structural Correction for Balanced Contour

CO2 laser skin resurfacing – smoother skin tone and refined facial texture close-up portrait

CO2 Laser Skin Resurfacing

Precision Skin Resurfacing for Structural Renewal

RF Microneedling with Morpheus8

Deep Collagen Remodeling for Structural Skin Renewal

Breast lift surgery – elevated breast position with improved shape and contour side view

Breast Lift

Anatomy-Led Breast Reshaping for Position and Balance

Back lift – improved upper back and shoulder contour with smoother, tightened skin

Back Lift

Structural Correction for Balanced Contour

High-definition liposuction – sculpted abdomen with visible muscle definition close-up

High-Definition Liposuction

Anatomy-Led Contouring for Definition and Proportion

Brachioplasty – smooth, toned upper arm contour with improved skin tightness and definition

Brachioplasty

Restoring Upper Arm Contour Through Structural Refinement

Back lift – improved upper back and shoulder contour with smoother, tightened skin

Back Lift

Structural Correction for Balanced Contour

CO2 laser skin resurfacing – smoother skin tone and refined facial texture close-up portrait

CO2 Laser Skin Resurfacing

Precision Skin Resurfacing for Structural Renewal

RF Microneedling with Morpheus8

Deep Collagen Remodeling for Structural Skin Renewal

Breast lift surgery – elevated breast position with improved shape and contour side view

Breast Lift

Anatomy-Led Breast Reshaping for Position and Balance

Back lift – improved upper back and shoulder contour with smoother, tightened skin

Back Lift

Structural Correction for Balanced Contour

High-definition liposuction – sculpted abdomen with visible muscle definition close-up

High-Definition Liposuction

Anatomy-Led Contouring for Definition and Proportion

Brachioplasty – smooth, toned upper arm contour with improved skin tightness and definition

Brachioplasty

Restoring Upper Arm Contour Through Structural Refinement

Back lift – improved upper back and shoulder contour with smoother, tightened skin

Back Lift

Structural Correction for Balanced Contour

CO2 laser skin resurfacing – smoother skin tone and refined facial texture close-up portrait

CO2 Laser Skin Resurfacing

Precision Skin Resurfacing for Structural Renewal

RF Microneedling with Morpheus8

Deep Collagen Remodeling for Structural Skin Renewal

Breast lift surgery – elevated breast position with improved shape and contour side view

Breast Lift

Anatomy-Led Breast Reshaping for Position and Balance

Back lift – improved upper back and shoulder contour with smoother, tightened skin

Back Lift

Structural Correction for Balanced Contour

High-definition liposuction – sculpted abdomen with visible muscle definition close-up

High-Definition Liposuction

Anatomy-Led Contouring for Definition and Proportion

Brachioplasty – smooth, toned upper arm contour with improved skin tightness and definition

Brachioplasty

Restoring Upper Arm Contour Through Structural Refinement

Back lift – improved upper back and shoulder contour with smoother, tightened skin

Back Lift

Structural Correction for Balanced Contour

CO2 laser skin resurfacing – smoother skin tone and refined facial texture close-up portrait

CO2 Laser Skin Resurfacing

Precision Skin Resurfacing for Structural Renewal

RF Microneedling with Morpheus8

Deep Collagen Remodeling for Structural Skin Renewal

Body contouring procedure – sculpted waist and defined abdomen close-up front view

Frequently asked questions

Recovery depends on the level of intervention. Non-surgical treatments involve minimal downtime. Surgical procedures typically require several weeks of recovery, with activity advanced in a controlled manner to support proper healing.

The structural changes are permanent. Removed fat cells and excised skin do not return. However, remaining fat cells can still respond to weight changes, so long-term results depend on maintaining a stable weight.

Body contouring includes a range of procedures designed to reshape and refine the body. This may involve liposuction, tummy tuck, arm lift, thigh lift, or selected non-surgical treatments. The approach is customized to address both fat distribution and skin quality in a coordinated way.

The difference is structural. Surgical contouring removes fat and excess skin while reshaping the underlying framework, allowing for more significant and lasting change. Non-surgical treatments are limited to mild fat reduction or skin tightening and do not correct deeper structural issues.

Yes, when planned appropriately. Body contouring is often combined with breast or facial procedures to create overall balance. Surgical planning is coordinated to optimize outcomes while maintaining safety and recovery capacity.

Cost varies based on the procedures selected and overall surgical complexity. A personalized plan is developed during consultation, and exact pricing is reviewed afterward with the patient coordinator.

Do you have additional questions?

Speak with our team to explore whether a tailored, Body Contouring anatomy-first approach is right for you.