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Understand The Cost of Liposuction: Get the Body You Want

By Anh-Tuan Truong, MD, FACS | November 17, 2024 | Comments Off on Understand The Cost of Liposuction: Get the Body You Want

Your Comprehensive Guide to the Cost of Liposuction Liposuction, a popular cosmetic surgery, can shape your body, but its cost may seem overwhelming. Unraveling the complex pricing structure can prove challenging, with various factors such as treatment area, surgeon’s expertise, and additional charges playing a role. This comprehensive guide will help demystify the costs associated…

Brow Lift Cost and Recovery: What You Should Budget For

By Anh-Tuan Truong, MD, FACS | November 12, 2024 | Comments Off on Brow Lift Cost and Recovery: What You Should Budget For

If you’re thinking about getting a brow lift, you’re not alone! This popular procedure can make a big difference in how refreshed and youthful you look by lifting sagging brows and smoothing out forehead lines. But just as important as deciding to have a brow lift is understanding what it costs and planning for the…

What is a Reduction Mammaplasty

By Anh-Tuan Truong, MD, FACS | October 9, 2024 | Comments Off on What is a Reduction Mammaplasty

What is a Breast Reduction Mammaplasty? A breast reduction or reduction mammaplasty is a surgical procedure that removes excess breast tissue, fat, and skin to make the breasts smaller. A mammaplasty is performed by a breast surgeon who specializes in cosmetic surgery of the breast. The goal is to create a breast size that is…

Understanding the Differences Between Rhinoplasty and Septoplasty

By Anh-Tuan Truong, MD, FACS | October 9, 2024 | Comments Off on Understanding the Differences Between Rhinoplasty and Septoplasty

When considering surgical options for nose surgery, it’s important to understand the difference between rhinoplasty and septoplasty. These procedures both serve different purposes and involve distinct techniques and recovery processes. What is Rhinoplasty? Rhinoplasty, commonly referred to as a “nose job,” is a cosmetic procedure aimed at enhancing the aesthetic appearance of the nose. This…

What is Aveli® for Cellulite

By Anh-Tuan Truong, MD, FACS | October 2, 2024 | Comments Off on What is Aveli® for Cellulite

Avéli® is a breakthrough minimally invasive procedure designed to specifically target and release the stiff, tough, fibrous bands beneath the skin that cause cellulite dents, dimples, and divots. Unlike treatments that address concerns like skin laxity or fat pockets, Avéli® works from the inside out to smooth the skin with real-time precision. See video here…

What is a Breast Capsular Contracture?

By Anh-Tuan Truong, MD, FACS | September 18, 2024 | Comments Off on What is a Breast Capsular Contracture?

Capsular contracture occurs when the scar tissue that naturally forms around breast implants becomes thick and tight. Think of it like a sweater that shrinks in the dryer – the fabric contracts and becomes restrictive. When you receive breast implants, your body naturally creates a thin capsule of scar tissue around the implant. This is…

Can a Tummy Tuck Have Medical Benefits?

By Anh-Tuan Truong, MD, FACS | September 17, 2024 | Comments Off on Can a Tummy Tuck Have Medical Benefits?

An Abdominoplasty tummy tuck or a mini-tummy tuck is generally considered a strictly cosmetic procedure, however, recent evidence from the American Society of Plastic Surgeons suggests that tummy tuck can have medical benefits. A Tummy Tuck is a very specialized surgical procedure designed to reshape and contour the abdominal area. During this procedure, a cosmetic surgeon…

What is Micromastia

By Anh-Tuan Truong, MD, FACS | September 13, 2024 | Comments Off on What is Micromastia

Micromastia is a medical term for small or underdeveloped or small breasts. Micromastia is a condition where breast tissue remains underdeveloped, leaving women with smaller or asymmetrical breasts. Many women who experience micromastia feel self-conscious about their appearance, which can affect their confidence. Fortunately, breast augmentation is a popular solution to address the cosmetic concerns…

Jackson Pratt Drain Care

By Anh-Tuan Truong, MD, FACS | September 12, 2024 | Comments Off on Jackson Pratt Drain Care

A Guide from a Plastic Surgeon Dr. Pey-Yi Kevin Lin After your tummy tuck surgery, we may place a small, soft tube called a Jackson Pratt (JP) drain to help remove fluid from your surgery site. Proper care of this drain is crucial to ensure healing and prevent complications like infection. If you’re wondering how…

10 Facts About A Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL)

By Anh-Tuan Truong, MD, FACS | September 10, 2024 | Comments Off on 10 Facts About A Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL)

What exactly is a Brazilian butt lift? An increasingly popular surgery, the Brazilian butt lift is a body contouring procedure meant to increase volume and provide a more sensual, fuller look and feel to a flat or sagging backside. The procedure involves removing fat from areas of the body (Lipo360), and transferring fat cells to…