What Is Diastasis Recti? Can a Tummy Tuck Solve It? Posted on May 20, 2020 By Center for Plastic Surgery Major body changes, such as pregnancy or significant weight loss, can leave a permanent impact. Many patients develop diastasis recti during these times and struggle with a resulting “belly pooch.” Even though it’s a relatively common medical condition, many people are unaware of diastasis recti. They might not even know they have it—let alone know … Read More
Is Getting a Mommy Makeover Selfish? Posted on April 8, 2020 By Center for Plastic Surgery Healthy food and exercise aren’t always enough to get your pre-mom body back. Saggy skin, stretch marks, and downturned nipples are genuine issues. Suggestions that you aren’t “working hard enough” are hurtful when no amount of healthy lifestyle choices can completely reverse these changes. Some patients worry that mommy makeovers are selfish or an “easy … Read More
We Answered the Web’s Most-Asked Tummy Tuck Questions Posted on January 31, 2020 By Center for Plastic Surgery A at our Washington, DC, plastic surgery practice creates transformative results. But the procedure is more extensive than most elective surgeries. With different techniques and important recovery details that patients should keep in mind before surgery, many patients have numerous questions when beginning their research. To make things easier for those interested in a tummy … Read More
Can I Have a Baby After a Tummy Tuck? Posted on December 13, 2019 By Center for Plastic Surgery For women considering a at our plastic surgery practice near Bethesda, MD, the question of whether future pregnancies will be possible is a common one. Because the surgery is so often considered a post-pregnancy procedure, many moms and moms-to-be aren’t sure whether they’ll need to wait to enjoy the many benefits. In this blog post, … Read More
Your Tummy Tuck Recovery Timeline Posted on August 21, 2019 By Center for Plastic Surgery Tummy tucks can flatten your stomach by removing loose, saggy skin. But while everyone’s recovery timeline is unique to his or her situation, tummy tuck recovery periods tend to be longer than other cosmetic surgery procedures. Don’t fear—with proper preparation, you can help your surgery recovery go as smoothly as possible. This blog post outlines … Read More
Is A Tummy Tuck Right for You? Posted on July 20, 2019 By Center for Plastic Surgery It’s a lot of hard work to lose weight and slim down. While the results can be exciting, you might be left with excess skin in the process. No amount of diet and exercise can tighten up loose skin. For patients with these concerns, we often recommend a at our Washington, DC practice. Curious if … Read More
Should I add a Tummy Tuck to My Liposuction? Posted on June 10, 2019 By Center for Plastic Surgery Many people know they want to achieve a flat, contoured abdomen, but aren’t sure where to begin when it comes to pursuing a surgical solution. Fat reduction may seem like a clear choice, but the decision whether to add on a skin tightening procedure can be a puzzling one. Both and procedures here in Washington, … Read More
Preparing for Your Tummy Tuck Posted on May 25, 2019 By Center for Plastic Surgery Patients who undergo surgery at our Washington, DC, area practice, tell us that being well-prepared for the surgery helps quell anxiety. We do our best to prepare our patients and assure them that our team of plastic surgeons is here to make sure they’re safe and supported every step of the way. Taking a few … Read More
Get Ready for Summer! Posted on May 20, 2019 By Dr. G. Wesley Price Now is the time to get ready for summer! Our patients are frequently looking to get themselves ready for swimsuit season—before the season starts. The most common plastic surgery procedures in Washington, DC, are breast augmentation, liposuction, and abdominoplasty. These are frequently combined in the popular procedure known as the . The is usually for the … Read More
Tummy Tuck FAQs: How to Contour Your Silhouette Posted on November 2, 2018 By Center for Plastic Surgery According to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons annual report, tummy tucks fell from the top five most common cosmetic surgery procedures in 2016. However, tummy tucks have bounced back into the top five in 2017. Approximately 2,000 more tummy tuck procedures were performed in 2017 than there were performed in 2016. Commonly Asked Questions … Read More