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Posted November 19, 2019 in True Form Body Contouring®, True Form Tummy Tuck®, Tummy Tuck, Uncategorized

Dr. Patronella’s Innovative No-Drain Tummy Tuck Technique Study Results: Why It’s Better

By Dr. Chris PatronellaOne of the fears patients have with tummy tuck surgery is the need for drains. And I can understand their fear. Drains are uncomfortable.Sometimes they’re in for a week to three weeks. But there is a better way. And that is to use progressive tension sutures to collapse that space where fluid […]

Posted November 06, 2019 in True Form Body Contouring®, True Form Tummy Tuck®, Tummy Tuck, Uncategorized

What Is the Cost of Tummy Tuck Surgery

At the time of this post, November 2019, my starting price for the True Form Tummy Tuck is $10,800 — $11,800 and $11,800 – $12, 800 for an extended tummy tuck in major weight loss cases. Typically, costs are reduced when procedures are combined. This is a comprehensive fee that includes the surgeon’s and anesthesiologist’s […]

Posted August 12, 2019 in Uncategorized

Allergan Recalls Biocell Textured Breast Implants

By Dr. Chris Patronella On July 24, 2019, Allergan voluntarily recalled their BIOCELL textured breast Implants because of a rare link to a form of cancer known as breast-implant associated anaplastic large cell lymphoma (BIA-ALCL). An implant type rarely used in my practice, for the past 30 years to date I’ve never seen this reported […]

Posted May 17, 2016 in Body Contouring, Breast Augmentation, Uncategorized

Good vs. Bad Plastic Surgery: 5 Details that Can Scream, “FAKE!”

By Sherri Roberts sherri@mybeautifulbody.com When it comes to cosmetic plastic surgery, the difference between artificial versus natural-looking results often lies in the details. Plastic surgery is about restoration of the function and form of the human body, and, in the case of cosmetic plastic surgery, restoration and/or improvement of physical appearance. That’s why the best cosmetic […]

Posted December 14, 2015 in Body Contouring, Body Lift, BOTOX® Cosmetic, Brazilian Butt Lift, Breast Augmentation, Breast Lift, Brow Lift, CoolSculpting®, Eyelid Lift (Blepharoplasty), Facelift, Facial Rejuvenation, Fat Grafting, Implant Revision, Injectables, Laser, Liposuction, Male Plastic Surgery, Peels, Plastic Surgery News, Skin Care, Uncategorized

Generation X says “Yes” to Plastic Surgery – “Why Wait?”

By Sherri Roberts sherri@mybeautifulbody.com “I wish I had done this sooner,” is one of the most frequent comments our plastic surgery patients express in postoperative visits. It’s a realization that hits them hard once they experience the life-changing aesthetic and psychological benefits that typically accompany the improvement of a once confidence-hindering appearance concern. Apparently, Generation […]

Posted October 20, 2015 in Body Contouring, Mommy Makeover, Tummy Tuck, Uncategorized

How to Ged Rid of a Stubborn Tummy Pooch

By Sherri Roberts sherri@mybeautifulbody.com While the emergence of a baby bump is the subject of many a selfie and social media posts, the stubborn tummy pooch that often remains long after baby’s debut gets a lot less love. In an effort to regain the sexy, toned, abdomen of their pre-pregnancy days, many women try an assortment […]

Posted October 06, 2015 in Body Contouring, Body Lift, Breast Augmentation, Breast Lift, Breast Revision, Male Plastic Surgery, Mommy Makeover, Plastic Surgeon, Plastic Surgery News, Safety, Tummy Tuck, Uncategorized

Dr. Patronella Wins Top Award for Tummy Tuck Paper

By Sherri Roberts sherri@mybeautifulbody.com The innovative plastic surgeons at The Aesthetic Center for Plastic Surgery™ (ACPS) took some of the top awards at the Texas Society of Plastic Surgeons (TSPS) 2015 meeting in San Antonio. Dr. Christopher Patronella, received the Fox Award, given to the best paper as voted by TSPS members, for his presentation […]

Posted September 24, 2015 in BOTOX® Cosmetic, Chemical Peels, Facial Rejuvenation, Injectables, Peels, Skin Care, Uncategorized

Cosmetic Injectables: 5 Reasons They’re One of Your Best Holiday Accessories

By Sherri Roberts sherri@mybeautifulbody.com Like a modern day fountain of youth, cosmetic injectable treatments like BOTOX Cosmetic have become wildly popular as more people discover their nearly instantaneous ability to erase wrinkles, plump your pout, and restore youthful suppleness to the face and hands without surgery or downtime. In the past five years, treatment numbers […]

Posted September 15, 2015 in Body Contouring, Body Lift, Liposuction, Mommy Makeover, Plastic Surgeon, Tummy Tuck, Uncategorized

Dr. Patronella featured in Living Magazine

Dr. Patronella and his acclaimed True Form Tummy Tuck® method are spotlighted in Living Magazine’s September 2015 edition. The article also features the remarkable story of Elizabeth, a nurse who, after shedding 100 pounds and undergoing surgery with Dr. Patronella to remove loose skin, is now modeling, preparing for a bikini competition, and planning to pursue […]

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