Archive for August, 2016

Pregnancy takes a toll on the body, and some women find it quite difficult to get their pre-baby figure back with diet and exercise alone. A mommy makeover is a cosmetic surgical treatment designed to correct issues commonly experienced after pregnancy, such as sagging breasts, excess fat in the arms, buttocks, and abdomen, and excess or sagging skin in the stomach area. The procedure utilizes liposuction, abdominoplasty, and breast augmentation, and it can help moms feel confident about their appearance once again. Liposuction Liposuction is used to remove stubborn, localized fat deposits which often develop during pregnancy in the thighs, buttocks, abdomen, and arms. Liposuction involves a small incision through which excess fat is suctioned out of the body. Final results after liposuction are visible within 3 to 6 months. […]

Gynecomastia is a swelling of breast tissue in men and boys, usually due to hormone imbalances or the use of certain medications. Symptoms can present at any age, and it is estimated that about 50% of males in the United States will experience the condition at some point in their lifetime. While the condition is benign, it can cause some men to feel self-conscious about their appearance. Weight loss can help improve the appearance of enlarged breasts in men, but since many men with the condition also have excess glandular tissue, even very lean men may experience enlarged breasts. The Male Breast Reduction Procedure Male breast reduction is a common procedure used to treat gynecomastia. The procedure is relatively short, and it can be performed using local anesthesia and sedation […]