Many people who are concerned about aging believe they need a full facelift to restore a more youthful appearance, and it can be daunting to think about the cost and recovery time following that. However, you can greatly reduce the signs of aging with a less complex eyelid surgery. At Virginia Surgical Arts, we offer upper and lower eyelid surgery, or blepharoplasty, to help you get back that youthful, refreshed look. Call our facial cosmetic surgery practice to learn if the procedure is right for you. What is a Blepharoplasty? Blepharoplasty refers to the surgical procedure that removes and ..read more

Not feeling satisfied with how your body looks when you stand in front of a mirror is an experience shared by many men and women. Losing weight in certain areas, like your stomach or thighs, can be difficult and leaves many unsatisfied even after major weight loss. If you have stubborn fat and want to know how lipo can help you, contact the professionals at Virginia Surgical Arts at 757-430-7690. Our office specializes in Smartlipo®, a revolutionary technique of removing stubborn fat and tightening your skin via laser technology. How Much Weight Do You Typically Lose With Liposuction? While m ..read more

As you age, your skin changes. You might notice sun spots, fine lines, wrinkles, uneven skin tone, or variations in skin texture that don’t accurately reflect the youth and vitality you still feel. Although the Fountain of Youth has never been found, there are med spa treatments available to help you turn back the clock and reverse the signs of aging on your skin. Nonsurgical microneedling can help you battle fine lines and other common skin complaints, restoring skin that more accurately reflects you. You don’t have to undergo surgery or choose between skin that appears natural and aged or un ..read more

Are you considering liposuction surgery but are afraid to take the step due to the potential pain and aftermath of the procedure? Obesity is an epidemic in the U.S., and a growing number of people across the nation are considering liposuction for additional weight loss and to get rid of stubborn excess fat deposits that they cannot lose from diet and exercise alone. The truth is that the swelling, bloating, and aftermath of the procedure are controllable. Learn what you need to know about the healing process after a liposuction procedure, and how you can control and reduce the duration and sev ..read more

Come spring, there is a sense of lightness in the air. Wouldn’t it be wonderful if your face too, could reflect this sense of freshness? Winter can be hard on the skin, often leaving the skin far from a desirous dewy complexion. At Virginia Surgical Arts, we can assist you in readying your skin for the season ahead. Leave your dull skin behind with our Palomar Lux1540 Fractional Laser—a minimally invasive skin resurfacing treatment. Rejuvenating the skin from the inside out, the Palomar Lux1540 is a non-ablative fractional laser. Utilizing hundreds of tiny, high-precision, and uniform microbea ..read more

Around 300,000 people undergo liposuction procedures every year in the United States, according to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons. Liposuction surgery is considered safe; though like any procedure, it carries its own set of risks and requirements for the recovery process. Once you go through the process of getting rid of excess fat in specific areas of the body, it is vital to follow the aftercare instructions for the liposuction recovery process. The professionals at Virginia Surgical Arts are here to provide several types of body contouring, fat transfer, and other cosmetic procedu ..read more

You may feel that your missing teeth look unattractive, but did you know they can have a long-term impact on your health? They put neighboring teeth at greater risk of decay and can cause all your teeth to shift over time, which causes headaches, jaw pain, and chewing difficulty. You may have considered implants as a solution for one or more missing teeth, but perhaps you think dental implants hurt or do not offer a long-term solution. Fortunately, our surgical team are experts in dental implant surgery who deliver a smooth healing process while minimizing pain. Are Dental Implants Worth It? U ..read more

Missing teeth can not only harm your self-esteem but also lead to issues with health and nutrition. In addition to making it harder to chew, missing teeth can cause your jawbone to deteriorate over time, affect your speech, and cause other teeth to shift into the gap, leading to spaces throughout your smile. Virginia Surgical Arts offers state-of-the-art dental implants, the only permanent tooth replacement solution. As long as you take good care of your implants, they could last your entire life. Caring for dental implants is relatively straightforward; we will walk you through it step-by-ste ..read more

Do you avoid smiling because you feel self-conscious about one or more missing teeth? Maybe you’ve noticed that chewing is more difficult, your other teeth are shifting, or your self-esteem has been impacted by gaps in your smile. Dental implants are a long-lasting solution to replace missing teeth, and the doctors at Virginia Surgical Arts are ready to restore your smile and confidence today. What Are the Different Types of Dental Implants? There are four different kinds of dental implants: single implants, full arch, mini, and full mouth implants. Single implants replace a single tooth, incl ..read more

Tooth loss can impact your daily life in more ways than you might expect. Many people with missing teeth experience jaw pain caused by misalignment of the jaw, shifting of other teeth, leading to new gaps, difficulty chewing, and low self-esteem. Missing one or more teeth and trying to decide between tooth replacement options like implants, dental bridges, and dentures? While dental implants are by far the most natural, convenient, and permanent option, you might be worried that the process is painful or that your new tooth will not last forever. These myths prevent many patients from explorin ..read more