Mommy Makeover: What Procedures are Included?

By Marvin Shienbaum, MD On 10/26/2018

Having children is wonderful; however, motherhood may lead to significant changes in the body of a woman. Even if mothers consider such changes to be an honor, some women will not be happy with how their post pregnancy body looks such as stretch marks, abdominal skin, sagging breasts, thicker waist and stretch marks.  Some women

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Signs You are A Good Candidate for Body Contouring After Weight Loss

By Marvin Shienbaum, MD On 09/20/2018

Congratulations, you have shed those stubborn pounds and are now at a healthy and stable weight. However, you may find that you are left with excess skin and uneven fat deposits that just won’t go away at the gym. Body contouring procedures can help to address these issues for a more comfortable and confident you!

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Breast Lift Results: What to Expect

By Marvin Shienbaum, MD On 09/18/2018

A breast lift, also known as a mastopexy, is a popular procedure done for women aiming to achieve a more youthful shape. Following childbirth and breastfeeding, weight loss, or aging, many women find that their breasts have lost volume and tend to droop. A breast lift can help to restore the breasts to a perkier

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Breast Lift Vs. Breast Augmentation: The Right Procedure for You

By Marvin Shienbaum, MD On 09/13/2018

Breast Lift Breast lift surgery, also known as mastopexy, addresses the problem of uneven or sagging breasts, drooping nipples, stretched areolas and decreased breast volume. This procedure is recommended by surgeons when women are not satisfied with the contours of their breasts. These problems with breasts usually appear when women are pregnant, gain or lose

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Brazilian Butt Lift: The Shape You Desire

By Marvin Shienbaum, MD On 09/10/2018

Brazilian Butt Lift is also known as buttock augmentation and it is a procedure in which the buttock profile of a person is improved or lifted. The gluteal area is reshaped and usually enhanced with the help of a surgical procedure. The most common methods used for reshaping and enlarging the buttocks involve usage of

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Choose the Hourglass Tummy Tuck for a Curvaceous Silhouette

By Marvin Shienbaum, MD On 09/06/2018

Every woman wants to have an hourglass figure; after all, it’s a classic sign of beauty. However, sometimes it can be hard to achieve, especially if you have experienced pregnancy. Thankfully, there is a procedure meant to help you achieve the figure of your dreams: The Hourglass Tummy Tuck. What is The Hourglass Tummy Tuck?

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The Basics of a Mommy Makeover

By Marvin Shienbaum, MD On 09/04/2018

Pregnancy can be an exciting and beautiful time in a woman’s life. However, it can also result in many changes in the body. Oftentimes, these changes are stubborn and hard to correct with exercise alone. This is why many women choose to undergo the mommy makeover, a collection of plastic surgery procedures to help correct

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Combining Liposuction with a Tummy Tuck for Optimal Results

By Marvin Shienbaum, MD On 08/23/2018

You have probably heard of both the tummy tuck procedure and liposuction. And you are probably aware that they are both body contouring procedures. However, did you know that they are often combined to produce the best results? Many people are not aware that many different cosmetic procedures are often combined to “kill two birds

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FDA Warns Against Use of Energy-Based Devices to Perform Vaginal Cosmetic Procedures

By Marvin Shienbaum, MD On 08/21/2018

The FDA Safety Communication has put out a warning against using energy-bases devices to perform vaginal cosmetic procedures. Certain device manufacturers have been marketing their energy-based medical device for vaginal rejuvenation or cosmetic vaginal procedures. However, the safety and effectiveness of these medical devices to perform these types of procedures has not been established. These

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How Does VASER Liposuction Work?

By Marvin Shienbaum, MD On 08/16/2018

There are many types of liposuction used today, and one of the most popular is VASER liposuction. VASER is a liposuction technique that uses ultrasound energy to heat fat cells and remove them. It is most commonly used to sculpt, etch, and define the bodies of individuals who are fit and athletic, but cannot reach

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