Clevens Face and Body Specialists' Blog

There are a number of important factors to consider when deciding whether or not to move forward with cosmetic surgery. For many patients, their hesitation comes into play for one reason: They need downtime and can’t take off the necessary time for recovery.

Summer is in full swing, and you know what that means: swimsuit season and plenty of fun in the sun. Of course you want to look and feel your best before sporting a swimsuit poolside, and you may be on the hunt for fast, effective options to help you get there.

A woman’s breasts are often one of the most important parts of her appearance. That’s why it’s no surprise that each year, thousands of women make the decision to move forward with breast augmentation, or a “boob job,” to help them look and feel their best. In fact, breast augmentation is the top cosmetic surgery for women, with more than 280,000 procedures performed in 2019 alone.

Breast augmentation is on the top of the list for a very good reason: It’s one of the best confidence-boosting cosmetic surgeries there is and can go a long way in helping a woman rejuvenate her body and achieve a more feminine look. If you’re looking for ways to increase volume or correct asymmetry in your breasts, you may be considering cosmetic surgery as an option.

If you’re considering cosmetic surgery, chances are you’ve already spent a fair amount of time perusing before and after photos. Reviewing these photos is a great way to determine whether cosmetic surgery is a good option for you and to help with selecting the best surgeon for the job.

In fact, cosmetic surgery before and after photos can be much more telling than any testimonial or promised results. With that said, careful review is very important when choosing a surgeon for your procedure—but what factors should you take into consideration to make a fair comparison? 

 If you’re a mother, your children have no doubt been your number one priority since the minute they were born. Now it’s time to focus on yourself, feeling great about your post-pregnancy body when you look in the mirror, and enjoying going shopping for clothes again.

Tummy tuck, or abdominoplasty, is a popular cosmetic surgery procedure for both men and women to restore their body and get a smoother, more toned appearance in their midsection. Patients typically seek out this popular body contouring option to address sagging, loose skin and muscle weakness that may be a result of weight changes, pregnancy, or the effects of aging. 

Whether through surgery or diet and exercise, losing a massive amount of weight is a very exciting time and a huge accomplishment. You may also find that even after planning your gastric bypass or other weight loss procedure, and putting in the effort required to lose a massive amount of weight, your journey is not yet complete. Many patients who have lost a great deal of weight find they’re left with excess skin. This loose skin can make it difficult to exercise or wear certain types of clothing, and the skin folds can even become irritated or painful. Additionally, patients often say when they look in the mirror after losing weight, the loose skin on their body doesn’t reflect how they feel inside as someone who is now more active and fit. That’s why, following massive weight loss, many patients seek out a board certified plastic surgeon for advice on body contouring to remove excess skin and restore their appearance. 

You love the way your body looks in the mirror, but you dream of sculpting the perfect washboard abs you’ve always wanted. If only there was a treatment that could contour your body to perfection without the need for surgery, downtime, and spending countless hours weight training at the gym, right?

When considering breast implants, many patients have questions about the consultation. After all, there are many variables to consider. Here are some of the top questions my patients are considering when planning for a consultation before their breast augmentation surgery.

Being in our 40s is an exciting decade, filled with countless milestones and moments to remember. They’re also a great time to get serious about skin care. By taking proactive steps to create a routine focused on anti-aging, you can slow down the signs and preserve the youthful features that you love. 

In this article, we’ll share the common signs of aging to expect in your 40s, along with surgical and nonsurgical cosmetic procedures to help you look your best.