August 2025

  • Questions to Ask Before Your Tummy Tuck

      Do you have excess skin or fat around your abdomen, and dieting and exercise aren’t making any difference? If so, you may have decided it’s time to schedule a consultation for abdominoplasty, a.k.a. a tummy tuck. Congratulations! It’s a big decision. And it’s a decision that has probably left you wondering what questions to…

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  • FDA Approval Vs. FDA Clearance: What’s the Difference?

      Most people are familiar with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, also known as the FDA. But did you know the FDA has a role in evaluating the safety and efficacy of products used in cosmetic procedures? When researching different cosmetic procedures, patients are often confused by the terms FDA approval vs. FDA clearance.…

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  • What Makes Scars Discolored?

      If you’re considering a plastic surgery procedure, you likely know that scarring is inevitable with most surgeries. Fortunately, experienced board-certified plastic surgeons are adept at making these scars far less noticeable or almost invisible. There are incidents of scars taking on red or dark hues, though, compelling patients to ask – what makes scars…

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  • What Is Muscle Repair During a Tummy Tuck?

      If you’ve been considering abdominoplasty (i.e. a tummy tuck), you might have heard about muscle repair during a tummy tuck as part of the procedure. Most patients seek a tummy tuck to remove excess fat and loose skin for a flatter stomach. They are a common component of a mommy makeover surgery. In some…

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