Category: Plastic Surgery Advice

Posted September 11, 2023 in Plastic Surgery Advice, True Form Body Contouring®, True Form Tummy Tuck®, Tummy Tuck, Uncategorized

How to Maintain Tummy Tuck Results

By Dr. Chris Patronella While tummy tuck surgery can make a dramatic change in the appearance of the abdomen, healthy lifestyle habits are essential to maintain this new look. Weight Maintenance Any excess weight that is gained will inevitably occur internally, creating a greater quantity of visceral fat. This fat makes the abdomen project more, […]

Posted August 31, 2023 in Body Contouring, No Drain Tummy Tuck, Plastic Surgeon, Plastic Surgery Advice, True Form Tummy Tuck®, Tummy Tuck

The Tummy Tuck Consultation: 4 Important Questions to Ask

By Dr. Christopher Patronella When someone is seeking a tummy tuck, there are a number of questions that are really beneficial to ask your surgeon. This will give you more information about the procedure, how the surgeon performs it, and how it will affect you and the appearance of your abdomen. 1. Does the […]

Posted January 19, 2016 in Plastic Surgery Advice

Video: Preparation & Recovery From Cosmetic Plastic Surgery

Dr. Patronella recommends these tips to create the smoothest, best recovery possible from cosmetic plastic surgery.

Posted December 31, 2014 in Plastic Surgeon, Plastic Surgery Advice, Plastic Surgery News

Plastic Surgeon and Award-Winning Safety Innovator Dr. Chris Patronella Speaks Out on USA Today Hot Topic: Risks of Choosing Poorly Qualified Cosmetic Surgery Providers

No shortcuts to safety: Dr. Patronella warns fast-track cosmetic surgery courses are inadequate substitute for extensive education and training needed to perform cosmetic plastic surgery procedures safely, competently. “The experience and education that comes from managing thousands of patients during the whole surgical process, along with the various related surgical and medical issues related to […]

Posted December 31, 2014 in Plastic Surgeon, Plastic Surgery Advice, Plastic Surgery News

Houston Plastic Surgeon Dr. Christopher Patronella—an Award-Winning Safety Innovator

Dr. Christopher Patronella, winner of H Magazine’s “Top Doc” award for seven years in a row, has received notable recognition for his contributions to plastic surgery safety throughout his 20-year career. His safety research related to preventing deep vein thrombosis in patients led the Texas Society of Plastic Surgeons to honor him with the group’s […]

Posted December 29, 2014 in Plastic Surgeon, Plastic Surgery Advice, Plastic Surgery News

Houston Plastic Surgeons Elect Dr. Chris Patronella As New President of Houston Society of Plastic Surgeons

Houston plastic surgeon Dr. Chris Patronella is shown here with plastic surgeon Dr. Alan Widgerow and Dr. Rahul Mehta, Director of Research and Development at SkinMedica Inc. At the HSPS October meeting, Dr. Widgerow, a professor of plastic surgery at the University of California, shared his extensive expertise regarding postsurgical scar treatment. Dr. Mehta expanded […]

Posted December 29, 2014 in Plastic Surgery Advice

New Year’s Resolutions

“The things we do are fabulous, but they need to be coordinated with positive lifestyle habits that help patients to maintain and enjoy the benefits of their results.” Dr. Chris Patronella By Sherri Roberts The beginning of a New Year inspires fresh resolve in most of us to commit to healthier eating and exercise habits. […]

Posted December 29, 2014 in Plastic Surgeon, Plastic Surgery Advice, Plastic Surgery News

Advice to a Young Plastic Surgeon

By Dr. Chris Patronella While working as a young resident in plastic surgery, I received a piece of advice from a man who was and remains one of the most renowned plastic surgeons in the world, Dr. Thomas Biggs. Dr. Biggs achieved prominence as a member of the team that developed the first silicone breast implant, […]

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