If you are interested in breast augmentation surgery, you have many choices ahead of you, such as which type, what size, and where they will be placed.  You also have a long list of potential factors to weigh to help you select the best surgeon. As you’re interviewing potential surgeons, remember you’re making a decision that will significantly impact the way you look and feel about yourself. Now is the time to be choosy. Before-and-after photos are one of the best ways to evaluate a surgeon’s experience and the quality of the work they’ve provided for their previous patients. With that in mi ..read more

Tummy tucks have consistently remained among the most popular cosmetic surgeries in the U.S. because of the potential to dramatically improve the appearance of the abdominal region. But you may not have realized the advantages of this surgery go well beyond the aesthetic toning and tightening of your core region. Here are four medical benefits you should know more about. Reduces Back Pain  Though most people think of an abdominoplasty as an approach to remove unwanted fat, it actually goes much deeper and addresses the muscles, fascia, and connective tissue in the belly. For many people, w ..read more

Do you look in the mirror and feel dissatisfied with your body contour? Have you worried your butt is lacking the roundness and fullness you want? Maybe you’ve spent months dieting and trying every squat, lunge, and pilates routine in hopes of enhancing your butt—to no avail. Luckily, you have options. Dr. Stephan is an expert in performing the Brazillian Butt Lift, a breakthrough procedure that our Tampa patients adore. Brazillian Butt Lifts, or BBL as they’ve come to be known, offer results that last a lifetime. Read on to learn more about what makes this procedure so unique, and if you hav ..read more

If you have been working out and dieting consistently, but are still not seeing the slim, shapely results you want, body contouring via liposuction might be the answer. This technique can help you get the most out of your existing fitness and nutrition goals by surgically removing stubborn pockets of fat from your body. What Is Liposuction? Liposuction remains one of the most in-demand plastic surgery procedures in the U.S., thanks to its long track record of safety and its ability to provide results. However, if you are still weighing your liposuction pros and cons, you may still not underst ..read more

Breast asymmetry affects more than half of all women. If the difference between your breasts is pronounced, it can be challenging for you to find clothes that fit comfortably. You may dread intimacy or other situations where you reveal your mismatched breasts to people.  Breast augmentation is often an ideal solution for women whose breasts are lopsided or sit in different positions. What should you know before committing to surgery? Read on to learn more. 1. Your Breasts Will Need Time to Reach Their Final Shape While breast augmentation will immediately increase breast size, your new breast ..read more

As you are planning for your body contouring surgery, you’ll have several crucial choices to make. One factor you may not have considered is that you can opt to combine procedures to fit your exact goals. Many patients find higher satisfaction with their results from getting more than one surgery at a time, in addition to having only one recovery period, as opposed to the two or more they would experience if they got the procedures done separately.  While a variety of different procedures complement each other perfectly, here are just a few of the most popular combinations you might want to d ..read more

What’s the best bra to wear after breast augmentation? That’s one of the most common questions Dr. Brad Stephan hears from his patients who are considering natural-looking breast enhancement surgery.  If you have always been naturally small-breasted or have asymmetrical breasts, the idea of being able to fill out a bra and maybe even show off a bit of cleavage can feel tremendously exciting. However, if you didn’t necessarily spend a lot of time shopping for bras before thinking about breast enhancement, you may feel overwhelmed at the thought of finding the right bra after breast augmentatio ..read more

Improving your quality of life is undoubtedly one of your most significant goals if you’re considering undergoing cosmetic surgery. It’s true a well-executed procedure will give you a self-esteem boost for many years to come. On the other side of the coin, ending up in the hands of an inexperienced or unqualified aesthetic surgeon increases your odds of feeling even more dissatisfied about your appearance. Finding a competent surgeon with years of training, study, and experience in your desired surgical procedure is critical to meeting your aesthetic goals and delivering results you’ll be pro ..read more

Sculptra® Butt Lift vs. Brazilian Butt Lift: How Do You Choose? Beauty ideals have shifted over the past five years. Today, the gaunt, thin look is giving away to courageous curves. Part of this look is the shapely, rounded backside. While exercises like squats can help create a more defined butt, they can only go so far if you are looking to have the dramatic hourglass silhouette popularized by curvaceous celebrities like Cardi B and Kim Kardashian. While the Brazilian butt lift procedure has skyrocketed in popularity in recent years, it isn’t the answer for everyone. For one thing, achievin ..read more

Becoming a mom comes with many significant changes to your lifestyle, as you learn to prioritize your child’s needs above all else. As you’ve undoubtedly also realized, the process of carrying a child to term can also take its toll on your body. You may have been dismayed to discover that the hormonal and weight fluctuations of pregnancy have left you with flatter, heavier breasts and a “belly pooch” that won’t go away, no matter how many planks and crunches you do. Though you wouldn’t trade your child for the world, it’s understandable if you have found yourself dreaming of restoring your pr ..read more