Do you have a bit extra in the abdominal area? Would you like to remove excess skin and fat for a flatter, more attractive waistline? Before you get that tummy tuck make sure you know the facts. There’s a lot of misinformation floating around about this cosmetic surgery procedure. Knowing the truth from the fiction will help you make an informed and educated decision about whether a tummy tuck is right for you.
Tummy Tuck Myth #1- Skip the Tummy Tuck and Just Exercise Instead
While diet and exercise are an important part of a healthy lifestyle, they aren’t an alternative to […]
For many women losing a breast is one of the harder parts of breast cancer. They may struggle with feelings of loss, feel that their femininity is somehow lessened, or experience lower self-esteem. Every time they look in the mirror they are reminded of their cancer and the huge impact it is having on their life. Some women feel like they no longer know themselves, like their very identities have been stripped away. While this situation isn’t easy for anyone, for many breast reconstruction is an option that can increase self-esteem and help women feel better throughout their breast cancer […]
If you were to ask someone who knew nothing about plastic surgery about breast implant placement, you’d probably get nothing more than a confused look and possibly the question, “Aren’t breast implants placed in the breast?” Ask that same question to a plastic surgeon and you’ll quickly learn that breast implant placement is a lot more complex. If you’re considering breast augmentation, let’s take a quick look at your placement options.
Over the Muscle or Under?
When it comes to breast implant placement there are two primary options: subglandular (over the pectoral muscle) or subpectoral (under the pectoral muscle). Both have their […]
One of the best parts of working in the plastic surgery industry is the opportunity to put smiles on patient’s faces. Whether it’s the woman that finally has the curves she’s always wanted after breast augmentation or the patient whose hard work through diet and exercise can be enjoyed after post-bariatric surgery, we love the happy smiles of our satisfied patients. That’s one reason why our recent mission trip to Guatamala was so fulfilling. We worked with Austin Smiles and the Shalom Foundation to provide surgery for children with cleft lip and/or palate deformities. This trip was special because we […]
