While pregnancy, breastfeeding, and environmental factors can cause changes in the breasts, the natural aging process also has a major effect on how the breasts look and feel over the passage of time. The aesthetic transformations that occur in breast tissue as a woman ages can often impact their self-esteem and body image. Fortunately, for individuals who would like to […]
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Stretch marks are very common and can affect everyone. These “streaky” lines on the skin, which can vary in color from red and purple to white or silver, often appear on the abdomen, thighs, hips, breasts, and arms. Stretch marks can develop when the skin stretches rapidly due to pregnancy, weight gain, muscle building, or other factors. Many individuals, both […]
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Motherhood is a beautiful journey for so many women; however, the significant changes to the body that pregnancy can bring can be difficult to reverse on one’s own. This can be particularly true when it comes to the abdominal area. While a healthy diet and exercise routines are helpful in numerous ways, sometimes they are not enough to flatten the […]
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The term “Menopause Makeover” has been trending for a while, but what exactly is a “Menopause Makeover”? Here at Boynton Plastic Surgery, we offer the same treatment options combined in a Mommy Makeover to women who are child-free or have achieved massive weight loss. Procedures can be performed in one appointment in some cases, or staged over a series of […]
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This is one of the most frequently asked questions we receive from new moms, and the answer is one of the most important to know for women considering a Mommy Makeover procedure. While the precise timeline can vary a bit among individuals, it is typically best to wait an absolute minimum of six months after childbirth and breastfeeding to undergo […]
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One of the most common questions I get is: “What will the scars look like?” The word scar, in general, has a bad connotation and creates fear in most people. I prefer the term “incision lines” as compared to “scars.” There are few places where patients are more fearful about scars than their breasts. Breast reductions and breast lifts typically […]
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Historically, only one procedure would typically be performed during a particular surgical session. However, as cosmetic surgery techniques and technologies have evolved over the years, so too has this surgical philosophy. As a specialist of performing multiple plastic surgery procedures at once – i.e. the mommy makeover – I strongly believe combination surgery is generally safer, more economical, and more […]
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“Mommy makeover” is a common term that generally refers to rejuvenation of the breasts and body in one surgery. The procedure gets its name because it is often requested by mothers who wish to reverse the physical effects of pregnancy, birth, and child-rearing. I have seen moms come in fairly soon after their delivery, as well as others who wait […]
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