When patients come in for a consultation about a tummy tuck from my Denver practice, I often recommend including liposuction as well. Sometimes this comes as a surprise to my patients; most of us think of a tummy tuck as a very inclusive major surgery. The truth is, while a tummy tuck is ideal for […]
Archives for April 2013
Pre-Summer Shape-Up
Despite the popularity of winter sports up here in the mountains, I find I tend to gain a little weight over the winter rather than being as active as I could be. For other men and women who fight with winter weight gain, liposuction can be a great way to slim down before summer really […]
Less Is More
The most recent statistics from the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) indicate that minimally invasive procedures showed a significant increase in popularity last year. Looking at the Numbers The total number of minimally invasive cosmetic procedures increased six percent from 2011 to 2012. This continues the upward trend that’s been evident the last few […]
Life after Plastic Surgery
One of the most rewarding aspects of being a plastic surgeon is seeing the differences in my patients’ lives following their procedures. While the physical changes are the most obvious, I’m actually talking about the changes that aren’t visible to the naked eye. Emotional Wellbeing Although you can experience psychological changes after any cosmetic procedure, let’s […]
A Little Lift
Many women want to improve the size or shape of their breasts, especially if their body has seen changes due to pregnancy, nursing or just getting older. While I can help you reach that goal,* breast augmentation isn’t always the road to get us there. Understanding Breast Changes Breasts change in appearance for a lot […]
Realistic Results
I always like to stress the importance of maintaining realistic expectations about liposuction results. While lipo can make a big improvement in your appearance,* there are some things that lipo cannot do. This is true of every cosmetic procedure. Keeping It Real It’s a delicate balance, the fine line between explaining what a positive difference […]
Connecting with Your Plastic Surgeon
Finding the right plastic surgeon can be challenging. Of course you want someone who has the right skills and qualifications professionally, but you also want someone you feel comfortable with and connect with on a personal level. How do you start your search? Revealing Sources One of the best ways to find a great surgeon is […]
Spring Slimming
In my experience, liposuction becomes far more popular once the snow starts melting and warm weather approaches with the spring. Whether you’re gearing up for swimsuit season, or just ready to sculpt away those extra inches that winter tends to add, it’s the perfect time of year for a little lipo. Seasonal Changes Was your […]
Loving Liposuction
Men and women who choose liposuction consistently tell me how happy they are about the results of their procedure. This trend isn’t unique just to my practice alone, either. Patients everywhere seem to love their lipo. Real Patients on RealSelf RealSelf is a website where patients can share about their past cosmetic procedures and learn more […]
Plastic Surgery on the Rise
Plastic surgery is on the rise, and it looks like that trend is being echoed across the rest of the nation as well. The American Society of Plastic Surgeons has recently released their statistics for 2012, and it seems that more people than ever are taking steps toward improving their appearance. At a Glance The […]