Tummy tuck and liposuction are both very popular body contouring procedures. However, many people don’t understand the difference between the two and aren’t sure which might be best to address their concerns. Here is a more in-depth explanation of what …

Summary: Because it is one of the most popular procedures on the market today, the Brazilian Butt Lift is advertised and marketed almost constantly. But how does this procedure actually work, and why is it so popular? Those are important …

Summary: The most popular body contouring in 2017 might not be what you expect. It makes some sense to look at which procedures are consistently popular and which procedures are trending—moving up in a big way. Knowing that information can …

Summary: Teen Mom OG star Amber Portwood is in the news these days because she’s unveiling the results of her Mommy Makeover procedure. Now, a mommy makeover isn’t exactly the most famous plastic surgery procedure out there; but it’s well …

Tiny Part, Big Difference

It’s a tiny little body part that can make a world of difference, according to the plastic surgeons who’ve seen a major uptick in requests for belly button surgery just this year. Earlier this week, CBS …

Summary: Dr. Juarez Avelar developed an innovative method for performing abdominoplasty in the mid-1990s. He determined that by incorporating liposuction into a tummy tuck procedure and avoiding the separation of skin and fat from the underlying tissues, he could significantly …

Liposuction is one of the most popular plastic surgery procedures in the country. Each year, hundreds of thousands of Americans look to this body contouring technique to bring out the best in their figure. Because liposuction can be used nearly …

Summary: There are many things that get in the way of getting in shape or staying in shape. Divorce can definitely be counted among those things. It can interrupt your life in many different ways. But regaining control of your …

Many people preparing for a tummy tuck can be both excited and anxious. Following your plastic surgeon’s instructions, being prepared and knowing what to expect after your procedure can help you have a comfortable and stress-free experience. Keep in mind …

Tummy tucks are among the most popular of all body contouring procedures. By removing excess skin and fatty tissue and tightening abdominal muscles, abdominoplasty has the power to transform a flabby stomach into a taut abdomen. And it’s not only …

Summary: There’s a new trend sweeping the nation, and this time it’s not a new cosmetic procedure—it’s a new make-up procedure. Okay, maybe procedure isn’t the right word. This makeup trend is called contouring, and it’s a way to create …

The stomach area is a source of frustration for many men and women. The abdominal region is often resistant to diet and exercise, and excess skin or fatty pockets can refuse to budge despite a healthy, active lifestyle. People with …

Each year, men and women across the country improve their abdominal contours with a tummy tuck. Many people find that diet and exercise aren’t sufficient for the excess skin and fat that can gather around their stomach. Pregnancy, weight loss …

Summary: Plastic surgery popularity has never been stronger—at least, not since they’ve started keeping records. It turns out that 2015 has been a banner year for plastic surgery!

Plastic Surgery Popularity Reaches New Heights

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Summary: According to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, tummy tuck procedures were exceptionally popular in the past couple of years. However, if you want to be ready for summer, you should get going right away!

Getting Ready for Summer

Summary: There are plenty of body contouring gimmicks out there. These are designed to give you the body you want incredibly easily. But do any of these gimmicks work?

Body Contouring Gimmicks

When it comes to contouring the body, there …

Summary: It will shock no one if I say that the Kardashians set some fashion and beauty trends. And it will shock even fewer if I say that those fashion and beauty trends influence cosmetic and plastic surgery. But how, …

Summary: CoolSculpting is one of those procedures that is up and coming. It’s still a pretty novel procedure, so patients aren’t always sure how to plan for it. When should you get CoolSculpting if you want to be beach-ready for …

Too Much of a Good Thing

Losing weight is not easy. But, in some ways, it’s something that your body is actually designed to do. It’s possible for you to lose weight, and your body has mechanisms to accomplish that …

Summary: Selfies for surgery may sound like a funny catch phrase, but they’re actually being used by many patients. These patients, particularly younger ones, will snap a shot of themselves and then see something they don’t particularly like. Now, images …