Pregnancy, breastfeeding, and other aspects of raising children can cause significant changes in a woman’s body. It is not uncommon for mothers to want to change their figure immediately after giving birth, especially if they no longer feel themselves in their own bodies. A Mommy Makeover is designed to help women reclaim their pre-baby figure through a comprehensive combination of cosmetic procedures like breast augmentation, liposuction, and others.
Our board-certified plastic surgeon, Dr. Semira Bayati, typically recommends waiting until the body fully “settles”–which usually takes six months to one year after giving birth–before having a Mommy Makeover. Allowing your body to […]
Liposuction and CoolSculpting® are exceptional options for body contouring, offering both women and men the chance to finally get rid of those stubborn pockets of excess fat that simply won’t respond to diet and exercise. The most important distinction between these two fat reduction procedures is that liposuction requires surgery, while CoolSculpting® is a non-surgical treatment. With this in mind, the option that is more ideal for your particular concerns will ultimately depend on the following factors:
Size, Location, and Extent of Fat Removal Desired
Liposuction and CoolSculpting® can be effective on a variety of body areas. For individuals who experience larger […]
The term “jowls” refers to a collection of loose, excess skin in the lower regions of the face. The development of jowls is extremely common. While this accumulation of sagging skin can be due to factors such as fluctuations in weight and/or a genetic predisposition, it is often simply caused by the natural aging process as the skin begins to lose collagen and elasticity. Jowls can have a significant effect on jawline contours and overall facial aesthetics; however, there are treatments available that can dramatically minimize signs of jowls and renew this prominent area of the face.
Facelift surgery is typically […]
Editor’s Note: this post has been updated with new information regarding the Allergan recall of BioCell textured breast implants and tissue expanders.
Since 2016, there has been more progress made regarding a rare type of cancer that researchers found to have a possible association with certain kinds of breast implants. Breast Implant-Associated Anaplastic Large Cell Lymphoma (BIA-ALCL) is a cancer of the immune system. Over the years since the condition was first reported, there have been 573 unique cases reported cases around the world. Research has shown that BIA-ALCL appears to be mostly associated with textured silicone implants, though it could […]
DefenAge® offers one of the most revolutionary anti-aging options to come along in quite some time, and we are excited to announce that we are now offering it as part of our comprehensive selection of advanced skin care products. This at-home skin rejuvenation system utilizes what has been called a breakthrough ingredient – Age-Repair Defensins® – which can help bring fresh cells to the surface and address a range of common skin concerns. There are many aspects of DefenAge® that make this particular product unique, with one of the most prominent being its ability to provide noticeable results in a […]
My patients come to me for a variety of reasons. Many of them have a desire to live a healthier life through diet and exercise. This patient’s photo was from 5 years ago when she weighed 191 lbs. and was a size 16. Fast forward to this year where she now weighs 127 lbs and is a size 2! With this weight loss a tummy tuck, breast lift, and liposuction of the axillary rolls and the area above the hips were performed to tighten up loose skin and give this patient a bikini ready body for her new passion – […]
Since each mommy makeover is customized to meet the unique needs of the patient, every woman’s recovery will be slightly different. With multiple procedures involved, patients can expect the recovery process to be more extensive when compared to a single procedure; however, it will all depend on the types of treatment included as part of the mommy makeover. To make your recovery a bit easier, there are several steps our board-certified plastic surgeon typically recommends:
Be at or near your ideal weight at least one month prior to your procedure
Have an established healthy diet and exercise routine
Minimize alcohol consumption
If you smoke, […]
Diastasis recti is a condition that can occur during childbirth or a C-section in which the abdominal muscles stretch and separate. Oftentimes, the stomach bulges due to diastasis recti, making the goal of attaining your pre-pregnancy figure nearly impossible with diet and exercise alone. In fact, some exercises that are typically thought to tone the abdomen could worsen the effects of diastasis recti.
A tummy tuck is a surgical procedure frequently performed to eliminate excess skin from the lower abdomen. In addition, during the abdominoplasty procedure, Dr. Semira Bayati can simultaneously repair and tighten the underlying musculature, effectively reversing much of […]
Stretch marks most commonly appear on the abdomen, often as a result of pregnancy or weight gain. They develop when the connective fibers of the skin are stretched beyond its capacity and the body’s natural collagen production is disrupted. A common cosmetic concern among women, stretch marks can be treated in a number of different ways.
With an abdominoplasty, frequently referred to as a tummy tuck, stretch marks can be eliminated by excising redundant skin from the lower abdomen. As an added benefit, tummy tuck surgery can also tighten any stretched or torn abdominal muscles, resulting in a firmer, more toned […]
One of the more commonly asked questions we receive regarding labiaplasty surgery involves the potential for scarring. As this procedure is occurring in an intimate place on the body, we want to ease your mind regarding this possibility. Scarring will vary from patient to patient, as each procedure is different for everyone. However, these marks should not be very noticeable from 6 to 12 months after the incisions were made.
Depending on the technique that you and our board-certified plastic surgeon, Dr. Semira Bayati, decide upon in the consultation, the healing process can differ from patient to patient. One of […]
