Category: Body Makeover

Body Makeover

New Surgical Technique Helps Treat Pseudogynecomastia

A novel excisional approach helps male patients with pseudogynecomastia following massive weight loss (MWL), according to a new study, HospiMedica reports.

Body Makeover

Subtle, Lasting, and Undetectable: Dr. Konstantin Vasyukevich on the Rise of the “Invisible Facelift”

NYC facial plastic surgeon Dr Konstantin Vasyukevich shares his philosophy behind the “invisible facelift” and discusses trends shaping modern facial rejuvenation surgery.

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Greenwich Street Surgical: The New Soho House for Plastic Surgeons

Learn how two NY-based plastic surgeons have created a shared surgical suite model that helps private practitioners expand their reach, reduce overhead, and deliver high-end patient care through hospital-grade safety, luxury amenities, and a strategic membership structure.

New Procedure Reshapes Lower Ribs Without Removal

by Keri Stephens | Oct 25, 2024 | Body Makeover | 0

Morales Plastic Surgery in Houston has introduced the Corset Contour procedure, which reshapes the lower ribs without removal to create a slimmer waistline using ultrasound-guided precision.

Pros, Cons of Free Nipple Grafts in Mommy Makeovers

by Keri Stephens | May 23, 2024 | Mommy Makeover | 0

Plastic surgeon Thomas A. Pane, MD, explains that while free nipple grafts are rarely needed in mommy makeovers for large-breasted patients, they may be necessary if the supporting tissue is too large, with drawbacks like loss of sensation and inability to breastfeed.

Sofwave Receives FDA Clearance for Treating Upper Arm Skin Laxity

by Alison Werner | Jan 12, 2024 | Company News, Sculpting | 0

The FDA clearance of Sofwave to treat upper arm skin laxity comes as the American Society of Plastic Surgeons reports brachioplasty procedures grew 25% between 2019-2022.

Evolution of Abdominoplasty Techniques: A 16-Year Analysis

by Keri Stephens | Dec 21, 2023 | Industry Trends, Tummy Tucks | 0

A 16-year analysis in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery reveals that abdominoplasty remains safe and effective, with more outpatient cases and increased liposuction use, providing valuable insights into its evolution.

Bariatric Surgery Patients Regain More Weight After Body Contouring

by Keri Stephens | Oct 24, 2023 | Body Makeover, Tummy Tucks | 0

Patients with previous bariatric surgery who undergo body contouring (BC) regain more weight at long-term follow-up, compared to BC patients who did not have bariatric surgery, reports a new study.

Aesthetic Center Sees Surge in Arm Lifts After Weight Loss

by Keri Stephens | Oct 4, 2023 | Sculpting | 0

Farmington Hills, Mich.-based Aesthetic Plastic Surgery & Laser Center, led by Michelle Hardaway, MD, FACS, notes a rising trend in arm lift procedures, particularly among post-bariatric surgery patients and those using recent weight loss drugs.

Plastic Surgery Leads to Happier Endings for Film Characters

by Keri Stephens | Jul 24, 2023 | Body Makeover, Industry Trends | 0

Characters with facial disfigurement in films often face negative associations, with about 80% of such characters being depicted negatively, while successful plastic surgery to improve their appearance is linked to more positive outcomes.

Florida Implements Ultrasound Mandate to Enhance BBL Safety

by Keri Stephens | Jul 20, 2023 | Body Makeover, Imaging | 0

Florida’s House and Senate have passed a plastic surgery bill mandating the use of ultrasound guidance during gluteal fat grafting procedures to protect patient safety, with renowned plastic surgeon Pat Pazmiño, MD, FACS, endorsing the Clarius L7 HD3 wireless ultrasound scanner.

Unlocking the Secrets of the Neck Lift

by Keri Stephens | Jul 20, 2023 | Body Makeover | 0

Discover how traditional platysmaplasty improves neck contours, while advanced techniques offer minimally invasive and non-surgical options for long-lasting results in achieving a more youthful appearance. Board-certified plastic surgeon Alexander Zuriarrain, MD, FACS, reveals all here.

Surgeon Reveals Comprehensive Guide to Mommy Makeovers

by Keri Stephens | Jul 18, 2023 | Mommy Makeover | 0

Scott Loessin, MD, FACS, a double-board certified plastic surgeon at CG Cosmetic Surgery in Miami, has launched a new book, “My Mommy Makeover: Reclaiming Your Body After Childbirth,” which offers a comprehensive guide to post-pregnancy body transformations.

Plastic Surgeon Offers Liposuction Training Course

by Keri Stephens | Jun 27, 2023 | Continuing Education, Liposuction | 0

Erez Dayan, MD, board-certified plastic surgeon and medical director of Reno, Nev.-based Avance Plastic Surgery, is offering a two-day intensive training course on liposuction and the latest advancements in radiofrequency-assisted liposuction techniques.

Does Body Contouring Increase Long-Term Weight Loss After Bariatric Surgery?

by Keri Stephens | May 24, 2023 | Body Makeover | 0

For patients with massive weight loss after bariatric surgery, subsequent body contouring to remove excess skin is not itself associated with long-term weight loss, reports a study.

CG Cosmetic Launches Face PET Lift

by Keri Stephens | May 23, 2023 | Mini Facelifts | 0

Cosmetic surgery center CG Cosmetic has launched the Face PET Lift, a new procedure that utilizes technology to enhance and lift facial features.

Surgeon Highlights the Rise of Combined Liposuction Treatments

by Keri Stephens | May 22, 2023 | Liposuction | 0

Seattle plastic surgeon Shahram Salemy, MD, FACS, says he has observed a significant increase in performing liposuction on multiple body areas simultaneously, with nearly half of his recent procedures falling into this category. He says this reflects a growing trend among patients to combine liposuction with other plastic surgery treatments.

FDA Clears Renuvion for Post-Liposuction Soft-Tissue Coagulation

by Keri Stephens | Apr 28, 2023 | Liposuction, Products | 0

Apyx Medical Corp., the manufacturer of the proprietary Renuvion technology, announces that it has received U.S. FDA 510(k) clearance for the use of the Renuvion APR Handpiece for coagulation of subcutaneous soft tissues following liposuction.