QUIZ: Who Is a Good Candidate for CoolSculpting®? Posted on November 1, 2023 By Center for Plastic Surgery CoolSculpting is a popular noninvasive fat reduction treatment that has helped many people achieve a slimmer, more sculpted appearance. However, it may not be the best body contouring option for everyone. Who is a good candidate for CoolSculpting (and are you one of them)? Take our quiz at the end of this post to find … Read More
How To Speed Up Your CoolSculpting Results in 7 Steps Posted on October 11, 2023 By Center for Plastic Surgery CoolSculpting offers patients many benefits. It's a short, comfortable procedure without downtime or incisions. It offers exceptional versatility in contouring the body and produces high-quality results. The main trade-off for this popular treatment, however, is time. CoolSculpting relies on the body’s natural metabolic processes to eliminate fat cells, meaning it can take weeks to months … Read More
What Are the Best Acne Scar Removal Treatments? (Infographic) Posted on September 25, 2023 By Center for Plastic Surgery Acne scars can be a daily reminder of battles fought with breakouts. But you don't have to live with those constant reminders any longer. At Center for Plastic Surgery, we offer advanced treatments to give your skin the fresh start it deserves. From the cutting-edge Halo® and UltraPulse® CO2 lasers to a range of chemical … Read More
Best Lip Filler? Best Wrinkle Filler? Which Filler Is Right for You? Take Our Quiz! Posted on August 31, 2023 By Center for Plastic Surgery Are you considering dermal fillers but feeling overwhelmed by the number of options available? Which filler is best for lips? What’s the best under-eye filler? Finding the perfect filler that aligns with your unique goals and preferences can be a challenging task. We’ve developed an interactive quiz that can help you navigate the choices and … Read More
10 Skin Resurfacing & Rejuvenation Treatment FAQs, Answered Posted on July 13, 2023 By Center for Plastic Surgery From skin tightening and texture improvement to reducing wrinkles, scars, and discoloration, energy-based treatments offer noninvasive or minimally invasive options for rejuvenating your skin's appearance. This blog post will answer 10 frequently asked questions about 4 advanced treatments: J-Plasma, intense pulsed light (IPL), Halo® hybrid fractional laser, and the Ultrapulse CO2 laser. 1. What Is … Read More
How Many CoolSculpting Treatments Are Needed for the Stomach & Other Areas? Posted on June 5, 2023 By Center for Plastic Surgery CoolSculpting® and its extended family of treatments (CoolMini® and CoolSmooth®) offer natural—and natural-looking—fat reduction in a safe, nonsurgical way. Each procedure uses the principle of cryolipolysis (or the targeted breakdown of fat cells using cooling) to contour the body’s most stubborn rolls and bulges. To help patients understand how many CoolSculpting treatments are needed for … Read More
QUIZ: How Many Units of BOTOX® Do I Need? Posted on May 22, 2023 By Center for Plastic Surgery Most practices charge for BOTOX by the unit, so it's natural to wonder how many units of BOTOX you'll need to get your desired results. The answer to that question depends on a variety of factors, including the degree of wrinkling you want to smooth, the strength of the muscle that needs to be relaxed, … Read More
How To Care for Your Skin After BBL Laser Treatment Posted on June 23, 2022 By Center for Plastic Surgery BroadBand Light (BBL) has become one of today’s most popular skin treatments for a reason: It’s fast, gentle, and effective, and it won’t cost you major time away from your usual routine. Whether you are looking to fade freckles, reduce redness, or simply give your skin tone a more even and youthful appearance, this light-based … 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
Are You Ready for Dermal Fillers? (Take Our Poll!) Posted on February 17, 2022 By Center for Plastic Surgery Sun exposure, age, and other environmental damage can leave a lasting mark on the skin. Spots and wrinkles slowly form over time, often collecting around the eyes, lips, and brows. If you want to refresh your face without surgery, dermal fillers are an excellent solution. Our Washington, DC, patients enjoy using injectables as a quick … Read More