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Tummy Tuck vs. Liposuction: Which Is Better?

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Are you dealing with persistent fat or sagging abdominal skin resistant to your dedicated diet and exercise routines? We understand your frustration, whether post-childbirth changes or substantial weight loss has resulted in lax abdominal skin or weakened muscles that affect your self-confidence. Selecting the ideal body contouring method might seem daunting. In this blog post, we'll compare tummy tuck surgery and liposuction, two popular body contouring procedures. We aim to provide you with a clearer understanding of each approach and help you make an informed …

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Ozempic®, Liposuction, or CoolSculpting® Elite: Which Is Right for Your Fat Loss Goals?

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It's nothing new for people to turn to prescription drugs as a quick and easy way to lose unwanted fat. Lately, Ozempic has been the most talked-about option. The FDA approved Novo Nordisk's drug Ozempic for treating Type 2 diabetes, but it has also shown promising results for weight loss. The company now also markets the drug specifically for weight loss as Wegovy®, approved by the FDA in 2021. These drugs aren't your only options for fat reduction, however. Other, longer-lasting treatments are available and …

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How to Prepare Your Body & Mind for Liposuction

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The countdown to liposuction here in the Manhattan Beach area is an exciting one. Your surgery is on the books, your dream body is within reach, and now all you have to do is get ready for the big day. What exactly belongs on your pre-liposuction to-do list? In this blog post, we’ll share a few steps you can take to feel prepared, empowered, and at ease as you head into your liposuction experience. How to Physically Prepare for Liposuction Follow these tips to get …

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Does CoolSculpting® Really Work? Let’s Look at the Facts

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Ever wondered if CoolSculpting is really worth the hype? If you’ve heard about the treatment’s ability to “freeze the fat” and help you slim down without surgery, you probably have questions about how it actually works and whether you’ll really be able to see a difference. At our Torrance med spa, we perform CoolSculpting for people from Manhattan Beach, Redondo Beach, and throughout the Los Angeles region, and we’ve seen some pretty powerful transformations. Read on to learn more about the science behind CoolSculpting and …

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Why Liposuction Might Be Your Biggest Fitness Ally

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There’s a common misconception that liposuction is a fitness “quick fix”—that it removes large amounts of fat to give people an “easy way out” when it comes to weight loss. This myth couldn’t be less accurate. In reality, liposuction at our Torrance practice near Manhattan Beach and Redondo Beach, CA, isn’t a weight loss procedure at all. It’s a body contouring boost that doesn’t take the work out of fitness; instead, it highlights the hard work that has already been done. In this blog post, …

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What Should I Look for in Liposuction Before-and-After Photos?

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For men and women considering liposuction in the Manhattan Beach, Redondo Beach, and greater Los Angeles area, looking through before-and-after photos is an essential step in the research process. Photos of a surgeon’s work speak volumes, not only about their skill in a given procedure, but also about considerations such as attention to detail, experience working with diverse body types, and more. In this blog post, we'll share a few key things you should look for as you browse liposuction before-and-after photo galleries while researching …

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