Posted October 11, 2013 in Body, Plastic Surgery, Uncategorized
“It’s all about the belly button” A full tummy tuck involves tightening of the abdominal wall with removal of excess skin and fat. Contrary to popular belief, we do not need to make you a “new belly button.” Instead, you will keep your existing belly button (umbilicus), but all the skin around it will be […]
Read MorePosted May 17, 2012 in Body, Home, Plastic Surgery
I have a complaint. When demonstrating before/after results for tummy tucks, most plastic surgeons carefully select women who are 5’4” and weight 120 lbs and then show an amazingly flat tummy after surgery. For some reason, many of the patients I see for tummy tuck have less-than-ideal proportions before surgery. In my experience, these patients […]
Read MorePosted May 16, 2012 in Body, Home, Liposuction
Tummy tuck without LiposuctionA full tummy tuck (abdominoplasty) improves the appearance of the abdomen following pregnancy or weight loss by addressing excessive skin, excessive fat, and abdominal wall laxity: Excessive skin: all skin from the umbilicus (belly button) to the pubic area is removed. The remaining upper abdominal skin is advanced downward and tightened. Abdominal […]
Read MorePosted March 01, 2012 in Breast Augmentation, Breast Implants, Earlobe, Face, Home, Liposuction, Nipple Procedures, Plastic Surgery
Nearly every cosmetic and plastic surgery website displays images of beautiful patients that showcase the surgeon’s talent. My website does the same. However, many of these sites have a small disclaimer in the bottom right-hand corner of each photo. Perhaps you should take a closer look: Yes, each of these photos clearly say “model.” Translation: […]
Read MorePosted January 23, 2012 in Body, Breast Augmentation, Home, Liposuction, Plastic Surgery
There are three possible reasons for the abdomen to protrude: 1. Excessive abdominal wall fat This is best addressed by dieting, exercise, and weight loss and/ or abdominal liposuction. 2. Excessive laxity of the abdominal wall Pregnancy, significant weight loss, and aging loosen the abdominal wall. Full tummy tuck entails permanent sutures used to tighten […]
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