Many people are aware that there is more than one tummy tuck option available, but they may not be sure which one is the most appropriate to meet their needs. A mini tummy tuck is slightly less invasive and less dramatic than a full tummy tuck. Because this technique involves treatment below the belly button and removes a smaller amount of skin, the resulting scar can also be smaller and placed very low. A smaller amount of lax skin and fat is removed from the lower abdomen with this method and muscle separation in this lower half can be repaired. […]
Bags and dark circles appearing under the eyes are a common but usually undesirable trait. For most people, these unwanted facial features occur as part of the natural aging process, though some people may have them begin to crop up at quite a young age due to their genetic makeup. Regardless of whether the bags and dark circles underneath your eyes have always been there or if they’re just now starting to show up, lower eyelid surgery—blepharoplasty—is a popular, safe, and commonly used method to resolving the problem.
Indeed, some estimates report that blepharoplasty is among the most commonly administered plastic […]
The best way to have your questions about facelifts answered accurately will almost always be to schedule a consultation with a qualified plastic surgeon—this is because a medical professional can answer questions as they relate to you specifically: your goals, your unique anatomy, and as it pertains to anything else in your unique situation. Having said that, there are some questions which most patients are curious about before they have a facelift procedure. Let’s examine a few of them now.
When Can I Go Out in the Sun After a Facelift?
After you have a facelift surgery, it’s understandable that your facial […]
If you’ve been to a cosmetic surgeon for a consultation and you’ve made the decision to have tummy tuck surgery, there are steps that you can start taking in order to prepare yourself for the procedure. The more prepared you are now, the less stress you will have on the day of the surgery and the more ready you will be to take proper care of yourself during your recovery. Being well-prepared in advance will not only help to give you more peace of mind, but it can also help you heal more quickly.
The following are some steps to take […]
Gone are the days when it was possible to easily discern whether or not a woman has had a breast augmentation. Advances in technology have led to better, more natural looking results. Today, medical experts continue to advance this procedure and new trends in breast augmentation are emerging all the time. Let’s have a look at some of the latest advances.
The No-Touch Technique with the Keller Funnel™
The Keller Funnel™ is a single-use medical device that is designed to make the insertion of cohesive gel silicone breast implants easier. The funnel has an internal coating that becomes very slippery when wet. […]
Tummy Tuck Techniques: Mini Tummy Tuck
A mini tummy tuck or partial abdominoplasty is best suited for those who cannot reduce the bulging beneath their navels or who have stretched, lax skin. Stubborn bulging in the lower abdomen is usually the result of weakened and stretched muscles from fluctuating weight, pregnancy and aging.
The ideal candidate is a male or female who has a slim midsection and only desires to change the shape of their tummy by reducing a limited amount of bulging or saggy skin. Understanding the patient’s goals is very important to achieving a customized procedure, which is why our […]
Can you correct misshapen and inverted nipples?
Why do I have inverted nipples?
Tell me more about inverted nipple correction surgery and nipple augmentation.
Tell me more about nipple reduction surgery.
Can I get breast augmentation, breast reduction or breast lift at the same time?
What can I expect during recovery?
What are the risks of nipple surgery?
Can you correct misshapen and inverted nipples?
Yes. Nipple augmentation and inverted nipple correction are surgical procedures designed to reshape the nipples, giving them a more aesthetically pleasing appearance. The nipples may also be reduced in length or width (nipple reduction surgery).
Why do I have inverted nipples?
Usually, inverted nipples are […]
The primary goal of most women undergoing breast augmentation is to enhance the size and shape of their breasts without losing their natural look and feel. Our Plastic Surgeons understand this concern well, which is why they take care to tailor every procedure to the unique anatomical features and aesthetic goals of all patients.
THE RIGHT BREAST IMPLANT TYPE
Choosing the right implant size is one of the most important parts of the breast augmentation procedure. Using a scientific formula known as Dimensional Breast Augmentation, our Plastic Surgeons combine your desired results with a careful assessment of your body type to select […]
Our genetics dictate how our body forms, determining the shape and size of our breasts, areolae and nipples. Because the various parts of our body develop in different ways, some women may have “perfect” breasts, but still suffer from overly long, large or drooping nipples. In some cases, these features of nipple enlargement (hypertrophy) may be accompanied by abnormally large areolae, though one problem often presents without the other. The condition usually develops during adolescence, after pregnancy or during menopause.
It can be hard for women affected by nipple hypertrophy to wear form-fitting bras or tight clothing. Visible nipples can lead […]
Saline Standard and Enhanced Advantage Limited WarrantiesAny patient who receives Mentor saline-filled breasts implants during breast augmentation is automatically eligible for the Mentor Lifetime Product Replacement Policy. This Policy completely covers patients in the event of a confirmed deflation. If one or both implants deflate, the Lifetime Product Replacement Policy provides eligibility for up to two replacement breast implants of any size in a similar style without charge.
The Mentor Breast Implant Standard Advantage
This warranty provides all patients with the Lifetime Product Replacement Policy*, free contralateral (opposite side) implant replacement if requested by a surgeon, non-cancelable terms and up to $1,200 […]
