When you imagine getting plastic surgery, you may picture working with a surgeon on procedures like a facelift, tummy tuck, or breast augmentation. These high-profile surgeries can address aesthetic issues like relaxed skin and unwanted fatty tissue, delivering great solutions to your cosmetic concerns. However, these are not your only options when you want to improve your appearance. For example, the upper arms are a common problem area for many people, but they tend to get overlooked by plastic surgery candidates. Brachioplasty, also known as an arm lift, is procedure to address excess tis ..read more

Abdominoplasty is a surgery that can repair weakened abdominal muscles and remove unwanted loose skin from the upper and lower abdomen. It is often a crucial part of a mommy makeover, which combines multiple procedures to reverse the unwelcome changes associated with pregnancy. However, many men can also benefit from tummy tuck surgery. Since the beginning of the 21st century, tummy tuck popularity has risen by almost 90%, according to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons. Undoubtedly, most were for cosmetic correction, but there are medical reasons to have this surgery. 1. Reduced Urinar ..read more

Combining a breast lift with implant insertion is a common aesthetic breast procedure worldwide. It allows for breast volume addressed as well as a lift. Recently,  Dr. Stephen Bresnick conducted a study that was featured in the Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery journal, the most prestigious medical journal for plastic surgeons worldwide.  The paper,  Correlation between Capsular Contracture Rates and Access Incision Location in Vertical Augmentation Mastopexy shows the most safe and effective way to insert breast implants when breast lifting. The study, which examined the co ..read more

A tummy tuck, or abdominoplasty, is a highly transformative plastic surgery when performed by a board-certified physician like Dr. Stephen Bresnick in Encino, CA. The body contouring procedure restores a woman’s trimmed, toned body after pregnancy, aging, or significant weight loss and can give a man back his fit, masculine look. It always involves removing excess midsection skin, and for most patients, it also eliminates stubborn fat deposits and tightens and reconnects stretched and weakened abdominal muscles.  This long-lasting rejuvenation of your body contours comes with ..read more

All silicone breast implants approved in the United States are cohesive – a property that makes the material stick to itself. A highly cohesive gel implant’s viscosity is more toward the solid end of the spectrum, whereas lesser cohesive gels are more fluid. Since silicone gel is cohesive, it resists gel migration in case of an implant shell disruption. Cohesive vs. Highly Cohesive Gel Implants Cohesive and highly cohesive silicone breast implants have two components: A soft, malleable, solid silicone exterior shell A soft silicone gel interior filling So, what’s the difference between the ..read more

Liposuction is a leading aesthetic surgery designed to remove excess fat and recontour your body. While the procedure itself is a milestone, it is equally important to understand the liposuction aftercare process and what to expect afterward. By understanding these five aspects of cosmetic surgery recovery, you can prepare yourself mentally and physically for the journey ahead. Remember, everyone’s body heals at a different rate, so you must consult with your surgeon for personalized guidance and support throughout your post-liposuction recovery period. What Is Liposuction? Liposuction remov ..read more

Reaching your goal weight is outstanding, no matter what steps you took to get there. But after losing significant weight, many men and women experience another aesthetic problem – excess, sagging skin. That’s where plastic surgery can help. Plastic surgeon Dr. Stephen Bresnick can enhance your body shape and tone with procedures designed to address sagging skin and reinforce damaged tissues. Here are the top four surgeries he recommends to make your body look lean and toned. 1. Breast Lift Youthful, perky breasts boost confidence and allow women to wear stylish clothing.  An enhanced b ..read more

Correcting asymmetrical breasts is a common goal for women seeking breast surgery. The surgical correction that comes to mind is inserting two different-sized breast implants to create balance, and breast augmentation with implants is a proven solution to fixing uneven breasts. However, it’s not the only option. If your breasts are relatively equal in size but unevenly shaped, a breast lift can help recontour natural tissue and achieve an aesthetically pleasing shape without significantly affecting breast size. Or if one breast is considerably larger than the other, implants are a viable sol ..read more

Most people love the look of a toned, flat stomach, and spend hours trying to improve their look. Unfortunately, genetics, pregnancy, and lifestyle habits can make a shapely tummy difficult. Abdominoplasty is a surgical procedure designed to help women and men attain a taut abdominal area by removing excess fat and skin from the midsection and strengthening the abdominal wall. If your cosmetic concerns include loose skin, stubborn fatty deposits, or weak core muscles, abdominoplasty may be the perfect option for getting the changes you desire. Despite this procedure’s popularity, some miscon ..read more