Not all plastic surgery procedures go the way you want them to. Sometimes, the results are just a little off from your expectations. In other cases, things genuinely go wrong. So, what happens if you get abdominoplasty and find yourself wanting a tummy tuck revision? First, Don’t Jump to Revision as a Solution If you are just days, or even a month, out from your surgery and looking at your stomach in the mirror and feeling dissatisfied with your results, understand that there are still a lot of changes coming. Your abdomen is likely swollen, tender, sporting raw incisions or red and angry scar ..read more

When it comes to plastic surgery, one of the best pieces of advice we can give is to keep your expectations realistic. The problem is that many people don’t have a good frame of reference for what “realistic” is. Realistic expectations for lipo will depend on various factors, including your starting point, the type of lipo you are getting and any treatments you might use to enhance your results. However, there are a few key facts that can help guide you in establishing the right vision for how you’ll look post-procedure. Liposuction Isn’t Weight Loss Surgery The goal with liposuction is to con ..read more

Have you ever researched the ideal times of year for plastic surgery? If you have, you’ve likely seen many articles claiming that the best time for lipo is the winter, when you are indoors, covered up and good to hide away until your results are visible.  But that doesn’t mean liposuction in the summer is a bad idea. In fact, we think that summer is made for lipo! Here’s why. Summer Camps for the Kids Enhance your recovery experience with childcare your kids will be happy with. You need time to relax and recover, but taking care of the kiddos doesn’t line up with that. Luckily, in the s ..read more

Up until fairly recently, body contouring meant invasive procedures, such as liposuction and tummy tucks. While these are still the go-to procedures for radical changes, those seeking a more moderate difference can achieve a new look without the need for surgery. Options such as UltraShape® Power and VelaShape III deliver non-invasive body contouring without the need for a recovery period. UltraShape UltraShape uses pulsed focused ultrasound technology to precisely target fat cells and destroy them. This energy is gentle and does not rely on heat, leaving the blood vessels, nerves and connecti ..read more

sPlanning for your recovery after liposuction can be difficult, especially when you have children. But, depending on their age, they could be an asset to your recovery rather than a hindrance. Here are some liposuction recovery tips that incorporate your little helpers who are home for winter break. Put Them in Charge of Meal Prep Prior to surgery, look up easy, healthy recipes with your children and stock the kitchen with the items you’ll need. Assuming the kids are old enough to work safely in the kitchen, they can easily handle meal prep for you. During the recovery period, you will need ..read more

They say that hindsight is 20/20, but when it comes to a tummy tuck, the last thing you want is to come away with regrets. Luckily, few people regret the procedure itself. Instead, they wish they hadn’t gone quite so conservative when planning their abdominoplasty. What People Regret about Their Tummy Tucks The top regret we see? Not adding liposuction to a tummy tuck. A tummy tuck on its own is great, but lipo can provide the finishing touch you’re looking for. Some people may initially decide to skip liposuction, thinking that it will add one more element to an already complex surgery, inc ..read more

Millions of Americans battle with loose skin on their bodies. Whether it is a result of weight loss or pregnancy, this condition can be uncomfortable, make it hard to dress nicely and can even result in skin infections. The conventional approach for the abdomen is a tummy tuck procedure to help fix loose skin. But is this your only option? Exercise to Eliminate Loose Skin Exercising is always a good idea, but don’t expect it to address significant skin laxity. One alternative to surgery is to use strategic exercises that fill out the area where the loose skin is. This is accomplished by buil ..read more

Plastic surgery: it’s for everyone, including men who want to look and feel their best. With summer upon us, many men are feeling the need to improve their appearance. One of the best ways to accomplish this is through body contouring. To help you get started, here is a quick guy’s guide to summer plastic surgery for men. Liposuction Perhaps the best-known form of body contouring is liposuction. This is a surgical procedure that removes fat from targeted areas of the body. Liposuction has changed a lot in recent years, making it easier to target small areas of the body and even complete highly ..read more

Becoming a mother means lots of changes — many of those to your body. While you no doubt appreciate everything your body did to bring your children into the world, that doesn’t mean you have to settle for your new look. In fact, making the changes you want can be a part of celebrating motherhood. Here are three key mommy makeover benefits that can turn your procedure into a celebration of motherhood. 1. Marking a New Era in Your Life While a mommy makeover can be done between children, most mothers opt to wait until they are done having children. This is because subsequent pregnancies can alte ..read more

After getting any form of plastic surgery, there can be strange sensations, from itching to stiffness. Some of the most common feelings that you might experience include tingling and numbness after liposuction. So how do you know if this is normal, and is there anything clients can do about it? Numbness and Tingling after Surgery Is Common If you experience numbness and tingling after lipo, don’t worry. This is normal and should go away with time. This sensation is not limited to liposuction. Any time an incision is made into the body, there is a significant chance of temporary numbness or t ..read more