How Much Does a Mommy Makeover Cost? Posted on October 26, 2023 By Center for Plastic Surgery Is it possible to put a price on looking and feeling your best? The answer is yes—with mommy makeover surgery. While a mommy makeover is what most women yearn for when they’re done having children and nursing, cost can be a determining factor. After all, this is a significant procedure that requires a high level … Read More
Liposuction Recovery: What To Expect Before, During & After Posted on September 25, 2023 By Center for Plastic Surgery Whether you've already scheduled your surgery or are seriously considering the procedure, understanding the liposuction recovery process is essential. From the initial recovery room stay to returning to regular activities and maintaining your results, this guide provides an in-depth look at what to expect after liposuction. Preparing for Recovery: Steps To Take Before Surgery A … Read More
How Much Does a Tummy Tuck Cost? 5 Factors To Consider Posted on August 10, 2023 By Center for Plastic Surgery The decision to undergo a tummy tuck is life-changing on many different levels. You are making a significant investment in your appearance as well as a sizeable financial commitment. Generally, a tummy tuck in the Washington, DC, metro area costs between $7,700 to $15,000, depending on many factors. Those variables lead to many questions about … Read More
Is Liposuction Permanent? Tips for Maintaining Your Liposuction Results Posted on February 28, 2023 By Center for Plastic Surgery When choosing a cosmetic procedure, most of us focus on the results we can expect and how long we can enjoy the procedure's benefits. That's true for people considering liposuction, too, who wonder whether the removed fat cells can return after the procedure. So, how long does liposuction last? Is liposuction permanent? You will be … Read More
What Is an Extended Tummy Tuck? Mini Tummy Tuck? Which Is Right for You? Posted on December 15, 2022 By Center for Plastic Surgery You might be surprised to learn that you have several tummy tuck options to help you achieve a firmer, flatter midsection. Generally, tummy tuck surgery (also known as abdominoplasty) tightens sagging abdominal skin, removes excess skin and fat, and may repair weakened or separated abdominal muscles. Your plastic surgeon may recommend an extended tummy tuck, … Read More
QUIZ: Tummy Tuck, Liposuction, or CoolSculpting®: Which Body Contouring Treatment Is Right for You? Posted on April 29, 2022 By Center for Plastic Surgery Having trouble deciding between a tummy tuck (abdominoplasty), liposuction, or CoolSculpting? You are not alone. At our Chevy Chase and Annandale offices, we often consult with Washington, DC, men and women who aren't sure which treatment they need to achieve their goals. While a one-on-one consultation is always the most efficient way to determine your … Read More
7 Essential Tummy Tuck Recovery Tips Posted on March 6, 2022 By Center for Plastic Surgery A tummy tuck at our Washington, DC, area practice can create transformative results. It removes excess skin and fat and tightens weak abdominal muscles and lax skin to create a toned midsection. However, because so many issues are being treated at once and the incision runs from hip to hip, the recovery period is a … Read More
CoolSculpting®, CoolMini®, and CoolSmooth®: What’s the Difference? Posted on January 25, 2022 By Center for Plastic Surgery When it comes to sculpting and toning your biggest trouble spots, few treatments are as popular as CoolSculpting. This trusted nonsurgical procedure helps our Chevy Chase patients freeze away unwanted fat to reveal smooth, sleek contours. However, while CoolSculpting may have been the first of its kind, it is no longer alone in the treatment … Read More
Real People, Real Results: 4 of Our Best Mommy Makeover Cases Posted on December 26, 2021 By Center for Plastic Surgery If you want to rejuvenate your body from head to toe, few procedures are as satisfying as a mommy makeover. Here in the Washington, DC, area, our practice is proud to help women contour their bodies and reclaim their pre-pregnancy look. A mommy makeover is a suite of procedures that can be combined in different … Read More
Is It Time to Get Rid of Your Cankles? Posted on October 15, 2021 By Samir S. Rao, MD We’ve all heard of them: the dreaded cankles. A condition marked by a lack of definition between the calf and ankle, cankles are often caused by swelling in your natural underlying muscle anatomy, or excess fat in the lower leg. The result is an unflattering lack of contour between the legs and feet. Cankles are … Read More