3 Tips for a Smoother Mommy Makeover Recovery December 1, 2020 A mommy makeover is a suite of popular procedures that lift and contour the body. It can include a tummy tuck, breast augmentation, and other surgeries that help restore a woman’s pre-pregnancy appearance. But because multiple treatments are performed at once, the surgery usually requires an intensive recovery time. Many of our mommy makeover patients … Read More
How To Keep Breasts Perky After A Breast Lift (Before and After Photos) October 27, 2020 Breast lift surgery is an excellent way to raise the breasts to create a more youthful silhouette. However, like any other surgery, its results don’t last forever. Skin continues to stretch as we age, and breasts gradually begin to sag. Luckily, there are ways you can prevent this from happening and slow the signs of … Read More
The Do’s & Don’ts of Breast Augmentation September 29, 2020 Knowledge is power, and that’s certainly the case when it comes to breast augmentation. At my plastic surgery practice in Sacramento, CA, I make sure everyone I treat is educated on what they’ll need to do before and after surgery to have the best experience. Knowing how you can care for your mind and body … Read More
5 Questions to Ask at Your Breast Augmentation Consultation August 28, 2020 Breast augmentation research can be a daunting experience. The first step usually involves scheduling a private consultation with a plastic surgeon. However, you may feel nervous and not know which questions to ask. What are the most important things to know about breast augmentation and plastic surgery in general? At my Sacramento practice, I always … Read More
Our Safer Appointment Process July 20, 2020 With the novel coronavirus continuing to be a public health concern in California and throughout the U.S., we have gradually reopened our practice locations with special precautions designed to keep our patients and staff healthy. The primary focus is to minimize the chance of spreading the virus that can cause COVID-19. First, I want to … Read More
What Is Diastasis Recti? Can a Tummy Tuck Solve It? July 16, 2020 Some of the most frustrated patients I consult with are women who have what's informally called a "belly pooch." They've had children, and despite getting back to their pre-pregnancy weight through exercise and dieting, they can't rid themselves of the pudgy bellies. Some are even asked if they're pregnant again. When they come in to … Read More
What Happens to Your Bellybutton During a Tummy Tuck? June 3, 2020 Patients thinking about getting a tummy tuck at my Sacramento plastic surgery practice often picture themselves with flat stomachs wearing bikinis or maybe shorts with a crop top. Few consider what their bellybuttons are going to look like. Yet this often-overlooked element of tummy tuck procedures requires excellent technique to avoid ending up with a bellybutton that … Read More
5 Questions to Ask At Your Tummy Tuck Consultation March 18, 2020 Every plastic surgery journey begins with a one-on-one consultation. During this time, tummy tuck patients at my Sacramento and Roseville practices can ask any questions about the procedure. Unfortunately, some patients are unsure of what to say during this important discussion. They sometimes feel nervous and don’t know what to expect. By having a better idea of … Read More
How to Prepare for a Tummy Tuck: 4 Helpful Tips March 3, 2020 A tummy tuck can remove excess skin and create a toned, contoured midsection. But it’s also an intensive procedure with substantial recovery time. Because of this, many patients want to know how they can best prepare before surgery. To achieve the best possible tummy tuck results, Sacramento patients can do many helpful things to prepare themselves before … Read More
What Does It Mean to Be the “Best” Plastic Surgeon? January 30, 2020 Many of our plastic surgery patients in Granite Bay and Sacramento, CA, begin their online research with the same phrase: “best plastic surgeon in Sacramento.” It’s understandable that patients want to find the best possible doctor to perform their surgery. But what does “best” actually mean? And how can you find a plastic surgeon that’s … Read More