Wayne I. Yamahata, MD
95 Scripps Drive
Sacramento, CA 95825
Phone: (916) 929-1833
Monday–Friday: 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
Wayne I. Yamahata, MD
8723 Sierra College Blvd
Granite Bay, CA 95746
Phone: (916) 773-5559
Monday–Friday: 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
Choosing to undergo plastic surgery isn’t a decision to take lightly. There are many considerations involved in treatment, including significant recovery time. This is especially true when it comes to facelift surgery, as the procedure involves delicate tissues that are difficult to conceal during recovery. Many patients find the recovery process involves two different timelines: …
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 …
Breast augmentation is a popular procedure for enhancing and contouring the body. Breast implants add flattering volume and feminine curves—but how long do these results last? When patients receive breast implants at our Sacramento practice, they often ask the same question: Do breast implants expire? The short answer is no. Breast implants don’t have an …
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 women can prevent this from happening and slow the signs of …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …