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The Tummy Tuck Incision: A Common Misconception & Why it Matters

Posted July 20, 2012 in Tummy Tuck

By Plastic Surgeon Chris Patronella, MD, FACS One of the most common misconceptions I encounter concerning the tummy tuck and other cosmetic plastic surgery procedures is that major changes can be made through small incisions. Minor improvements can be achieved through small incisions but not major. In my practice, more than 90 percent of my […]

A Plastic Surgery Experience to Remember: A Patient Shares the Unforgettable Moment That Made All the Difference

Posted July 06, 2012 in Eyelid Lift (Blepharoplasty), Facelift, Facial Rejuvenation, Liposuction, Plastic Surgeon, Tummy Tuck

While surgical expertise tops the list of the most important factors to consider in choosing a plastic surgeon, a physician’s warmth, ability to put you at ease, and truly listen to your concerns are equally valuable qualities that can make all the difference between having a surgical experience that is uplifting and richly rewarding versus […]

The Amazing Mommy Makeover

Posted June 19, 2012 in Breast Augmentation, Breast Lift, Liposuction, Mommy Makeover, Tummy Tuck

It can be challenging for busy moms to find time to pursue their personal interests and dreams. But a growing number are doing just that, choosing to restore the areas of the body that typically undergo the greatest physical toll as a result of pregnancy. Pregnancy, breastfeeding, and weight fluctuations may leave you with loose […]

Tummy Tuck Surgery: Details that Make a Difference

Posted May 20, 2012 in Body Contouring, Liposuction, No Drain Tummy Tuck, Tummy Tuck

By Sherri Roberts In plastic surgery speak, it’s called looking at the “entire anatomical unit.” For a patient, it’s an important concept that can make a big difference in how satisfied you feel with your new look after having tummy tuck surgery. Simply put, you want your sleek, firm, rejuvenated abdominal appearance to visually harmonize […]

Mariah Carey and Getting Back Your Body Confidence After Pregnancy

Posted April 30, 2012 in Breast Augmentation, Breast Lift, Celebrities, Mommy Makeover, Tummy Tuck

By Sherri Roberts Lopez Proving to the world that motherhood doesn’t mean your youthful feminine allure has to become a wistful memory of yore, singer Mariah Carey shows off her curvaceously fit physique on the cover of this month’s Shape magazine—just one year after the birth of her twins. After gaining 70 pounds and enduring […]