C-Section Shelf: Why It Forms and Why Exercise May Not Remove It Many women notice a fold or overhang of skin and tissue above their C-section scar, even after returning to a healthy weight and consistent exercise routine. Commonly called a “C-section shelf,” “C-section pouch,” or “C-section overhang,” this concern […]
Surgical Drains After Plastic Surgery: What Patients Should Know The thought of having surgical drains after plastic surgery can make some patients nervous. However, drains are temporary tools designed to support healing by removing fluid that may otherwise collect beneath the skin. They are commonly used after procedures such as […]
If you’re frustrated by excess fat, loose skin, or changes in your midsection that don’t improve with diet and exercise, you may be considering a cosmetic body contouring procedure. Two of the most common options are liposuction and a tummy tuck. While both procedures can improve the appearance of the […]
One of the most common questions patients ask during a tummy tuck consultation is, “How much weight should I lose before surgery?” While there is no specific number that applies to everyone, most plastic surgeons recommend being at or near your goal weight before undergoing a tummy tuck. Reaching a […]
At a certain point after childbirth, women may begin to wonder how they can improve the appearance of their abdomen. Although a healthy diet and exercise/toning workouts are an important part of overall health and achieving aesthetic goals, it may take an alternative method to get a “flat stomach” after […]
Mommy makeover procedures, which can include cosmetic breast surgery, body contouring procedures, and skin rejuvenation treatments, are common for both new mothers and women who have had children for years. The changes that occur in all women during and after pregnancy – for which mommy makeovers are designed to correct […]
There are many similarities between cosmetic surgery and aviation. The most dangerous times of a flight occur during takeoff and landing. Whether a flight is one, two, three, or even four hours long, the risk is still the same. Similarly, the most dangerous times during cosmetic surgery are when the […]