Body Aesthetics

An abdominoplasty, or tummy tuck, is a body contouring procedure that removes excess skin and fat from the lower belly and tightens the abdominal muscles.

What are the benefits of a tummy tuck?

• reverse the effects from childbirth, aging, trauma, and weight fluctuation

• improve the contour and shape of the abdomen and hips

• tighter, flatter tummy

• increased confidence and self-esteem in and out of clothing

What to expect before a tummy tuck?

A consultation with one of our surgeons to discuss an individualized plan for your specific anatomy. Surgery can include a short or long incision and the use of liposuction. Surgery is usually performed in an outpatient setting.

What to expect after a tummy tuck?

After a tummy tuck, plan to take 10-14 days off of work for recovery. You should not lift anything 10 pounds or greater for 6 weeks. You may be in a compression garment or girdle for 3-6 months if liposuction is performed.

A Brachioplasty, or arm lift, is a surgical procedure performed to correct the effects of aging or weight loss that leads to loose hanging skin under the upper arms. The procedure is performed through an incision that extends from the armpit to the elbow, excess skin is removed resulting in a tighter tone and better contour. Sometimes, liposuction is also performed if there is excess fat in the area.

What are the benefits of Brachioplasty surgery?

• thinner, more toned upper arms

• increased confidence and self-esteem in and out of clothing

• ability to perform certain activities

What to expect before Brachioplasty surgery?

A consult with one of our surgeons to discuss an individualized plan based on your body’s anatomy. Brachioplasty is performed in an outpatient setting.

What to expect after Brachioplasty surgery?

After Brachioplasty, expect some bruising and discomfort in the upper arms, as well as swelling for 3-4 weeks. Compression sleeves will be worn for 6-12 weeks. Avoid any heavy lifting or strenuous activity for 6 weeks, at which time all activities will be resumed.

A Brazilian butt lift, otherwise known as a BBL, is a cosmetic procedure performed to enhance the shape and contour of the buttocks and hips, while also improving the body’s silhouette. Liposuction is performed in needed areas, but also around the lower back and belly. The fat from the liposuction is then transferred into the buttocks and hips to improve the shape and increase the overall volume.

What are the benefits of a Brazilian butt lift?

• a long-lasting transformation of the body’s silhouette

• increased confidence and self-esteem in and out of clothing

What to expect before a Brazilian butt lift?

A consultation with one of our surgeons to discuss an individualized plan based on your anatomy and of course, your wants and needs. The procedure is typically performed in an outpatient setting.

What to expect after a Brazilian butt lift?

After surgery expect 1-3 weeks of bruising and swelling. Most people can return to work and light activities after 1 week. A specific compression garment will be worn for 3 months, and patients should avoid sitting directly on the augmented areas. The process of the fat to take and return final results is roughly 3 months.

Butt lift surgery is a cosmetic procedure done to improve the skin tone, shape, and contour of the lower back and buttocks. Unlike a BBL, this is performed through a surgical incision made at the lower back and buttock junction, which is hidden in underwear or bathing suits, excess skin is removed and the buttock is lifted.

What are the benefits of butt lift surgery?

• improved skin tone, shape and contour

• increased confidence in tight clothing and bathing suits

What to expect before butt lift surgery?

A consult with one of our surgeons to discuss an individualized plan to meet your specific wants and needs. A surgical butt lift is usually performed in an outpatient setting.

What to expect after butt lift surgery?

After a surgical butt lift, plan to take 10-14 days off of work for recovery. Full recovery should take 6-8 weeks. You may be in a compression garment for 3 months if liposuction is performed.

Labiaplasty, or vaginal rejuvenation surgery, is a procedure to improve the appearance of the vagina by removing and reshaping excess labia minora, otherwise known as the “lips” of the vagina.

What are the benefits of a labiaplasty?

• improved aesthetic appearance of the vagina

• increased confidence and self-esteem

• improved pain that may result from vigorous sexual activity or exercise

What to expect before a labiaplasty?

A consultation with one of our surgeons to discuss an individualized plan based on your anatomy and of course, your wants and needs. The procedure is typically performed in an outpatient setting.

What to expect after a labiaplasty?

Expect some swelling and tenderness that will improve over 3 weeks, but may last up to 6 months. All activity, including sexual activity, is resumed at 6-8 weeks after surgery.

There are many “types” of liposuction, but the traditional form still produces the best results and is the most cost-effective. Liposuction can be performed on the abdomen, back, arms, legs, hips, neck, and chest. The procured uses suction cannulas and small incisions to remove fat cells from the body, creating scar tissue which leads to an overall better contour.

What are the benefits of liposuction?

• improved overall profile and contour

• tightening of the skin

• increased confidence and self-esteem in and out of clothing

What to expect before liposuction?

Liposuction is not a weight-loss procedure. A consult with one of our surgeons to discuss an individualized plan to meet your specific wants and needs. Liposuction is usually performed in an outpatient setting.

What to expect after liposuction?

Liposuction can be quick focusing on one area or aggressive, focusing on multiple areas. In most cases, expect to be bruised and sore in the areas liposuctioned. You will need to wear a compression garment after surgery for 6 weeks to 6 months while the scarring matures. This is key to maintaining a beautiful contour.

A Mommy Makeover is a combination of breast and abdominal surgery performed together, sometimes after childbirth. As beautiful as childbirth is, its effects on the body are long-lasting and include deflated and sagging breasts, weakened abdominal muscles, and loose abdominal skin.

What are the benefits of a mommy makeover?

• repositioned breasts and nipples to the proper position

• increased breast volume and improved symmetry

• improved abdominal contour and shape, including the hips

• tightened abdominal muscles leading to a flatter tummy

• increased confidence and self-esteem in and out of clothing

What to expect before a mommy makeover?

Much like a tummy tuck and breast augmentation or lift, a consult with one of our surgeons in order to make a dedicated plan for your wants and needs. Surgery is typically done in an outpatient setting.

What to expect after surgery?

After a Mommy Makeover, plan to take 10-14 days off of work for recovery. You should not lift anything 10 pounds or greater for 6 weeks. You will need to wear non-wired bras for 6 weeks. You may be in a compression garment or girdle for 3-6 months if liposuction is performed.

A panniculectomy is a surgical procedure to remove the excess skin that hangs over into the pubic region, otherwise known as the “pannus”. While this procedure results in a flatter tummy, much like a tummy tuck, however, the muscles are not tightened. A belt lipectomy is the continuation of the panniculectomy, removing fat and skin from the lower back, leaving an incision that goes completely around the waist.

What are the benefits of a panniculectomy and belt lipectomy?

• a better contour of the lower abdomen, back, and hips

• flatter tummy

• elimination of rashes and infections that can occur under the skin folds

• improved back pain

• increased confidence and self-esteem in and out of clothing

What to expect before a panniculectomy and belt lipectomy?

A consult with one of our surgeons to discuss an individualized plan based on your body’s anatomy. Panniculectomy is usually performed in an outpatient setting, however, sometimes an overnight stay is required, especially with a belt lipectomy.

What to expect after a panniculectomy and belt lipectomy?

After surgery, plan to take 10-14 days off of work for recovery. You should not lift anything 10 pounds or greater for 6 weeks. Full recovery might take 2-3 months.

A thigh lift is a surgical procedure performed to correct the effects of aging or weight loss that leads to loose hanging skin around the inner. The procedure is performed through one or two incisions in the inner thighs, excess skin is removed, resulting in a tighter tone and better contour. Sometimes, liposuction is also performed if there is excess fat in the area.

What are the benefits of thigh lift surgery?

• thinner, more toned thighs

• decreases the effects of rubbing between the thighs that can result in irritation, rashes, and infection

• increased confidence and self-esteem in and out of clothing

• ability to perform certain activities

What to expect before thigh lift surgery?

A consult with one of our surgeons to discuss an individualized plan based on your body’s anatomy. A thigh lift is usually performed in an outpatient setting.

What to expect after thigh lift surgery?

After a thigh lift, expect some bruising and discomfort in the thighs, as well as swelling for 3-4 weeks. A compression garment will be worn for 6-12 weeks. Avoid any heavy lifting or strenuous activity for 6 weeks, at which time all activities will be resumed.