When it comes to contouring your body, it can be difficult to know where to start—especially if you're not sure whether your concern is caused by excess skin or excess fat. Although both issues are common, they're often treated in very different ways. In some cases, nonsurgical treatments are good options. In other cases, a…
"Mommy" is definitely the operative word in a "mommy makeover." If you're a mom considering this transformative surgery, you don't need us to tell you that you have a wealth of responsibilities and obligations every day, which can make it tough to plan a major surgery. But knowledge is power—and knowing what to expect after…
Knowing how to sleep after breast augmentation can make the first stage of recovery more comfortable. In most cases, patients are advised to sleep on their back with their upper body slightly elevated and to avoid stomach sleeping while incisions heal and implants settle. Below, we share a few simple tips to help you rest…
Knowing the right questions to ask before liposuction can help you feel more confident during your consultation and make a more informed decision about surgery. Before moving forward, it is important to understand your surgeon's credentials, which technique may be best for your goals, what recovery involves, and what kind of results you can realistically…
*September 20, 2023, This post has been updated to reflect the most accurate information After hours of browsing before-and-after photos and celebrity bikini pictures, you have a good idea about the desired outcome of your . Despite this meticulous research, picking the right size and type of breast implant can still feel overwhelming for women…
Multiple liposuction techniques are available these days, making your choice more complicated than simply deciding to get the procedure. Traditional manual liposuction remains an effective option for many patients, but South Bay Plastic Surgeons is excited to now offer VASERlipo, a gentler and versatile alternative for fat reduction. Women and men considering liposuction from throughout…