If you’re considering getting a breast reduction and also planning to lose weight, you might be wondering which should come first, and understandably so. Very large breasts can make exercise and even exercise clothing uncomfortable, making it difficult to achieve fitness goals before breast reduction surgery. On the other hand, you also want to get […]
Many of our Sacramento patients, especially those who schedule plastic surgery procedures in the summer months, ask us when they will be able to resume activities like swimming after a tummy tuck, breast augmentation, mommy makeover or other cosmetic surgery. While you might feel ready to take a dip in the pool or ocean, it’s […]
A tummy tuck, or abdominoplasty, is a popular body contouring procedure for both women and men that removes excess skin and tightens the abdominal area to create a smoother, more toned appearance. While this procedure can be very effective for many people, it’s not always the right fit for everyone. To help you better understand […]
After losing a significant amount of weight, many men and women are left with loose skin in their midsection area that can be impossible to get rid of without surgery. A lower body lift is a surgical procedure that can remove this excess skin while tightening the remaining skin and abdominal muscles to complete your […]
Many people opt for abdominoplasty, or a tummy tuck, after experiencing major changes to their body, such as significant weight loss or pregnancy, to achieve a firmer, more toned physique. It makes sense, then, that one of the biggest concerns that tummy tuck patients often have is gaining weight again following their abdominoplasty. While there […]
Women choose to have their breast implants removed for a number of reasons, including a change in personal preferences, major life events, medical reasons and others. Whatever the motivation, one of the most common questions we are asked is, “What will my breasts look like after implant removal?” In this guide, our plastic surgeons explain […]
Injectable fillers are some of the most popular nonsurgical cosmetic treatments available, with nearly eight million filler treatments performed nationwide in the last year. One reason that fillers remain so popular year after year is the emerging techniques and formulations that have been made available in recent decades. However, with so many options, it can […]
Many of our patients want to know if there are ways to make their breast implants last longer. While lots of factors determine when or if you will need to replace your implants, taking great care of them can help to prolong your breast augmentation results. Here are our plastic surgeons’ top tips for caring […]
Tammy Slaton from TLC’s 1,000-lb Sisters has made recent headlines for her journey toward “head-to-toe” skin removal surgery after losing an impressive 500 pounds. Stories like this help to normalize dialogues around skin removal surgery after weight loss, a procedure that can greatly improve the quality of life for many people who have achieved major […]
If you’ve planned a mommy makeover for this fall, you’re in luck – this happens to be one of the best times of year to get plastic surgery. Not only does the cooler weather help with recovery, but the timing of a fall tummy tuck will also let you fully enjoy your results just in […]
