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10 Tips for a Fast Recovery After Liposuction

Liposuction is one of the most common body contouring procedures performed, because of its ability to target specific problem areas, like the abdomen, thighs, and waist for smoother contours. As with any plastic surgery procedure, it’s important to follow all post-operative instructions to ensure that you have a smooth, fast recovery. What you do after…

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How Much Does Liposuction Cost?

The estimated total cost for liposuction is approximately $6,100 to $9,500, depending on how many areas of liposuction a patient is looking to have. This cost includes surgeon’s fees, operating room (OR) fees, and anesthesia fees. Liposuction is a very common body contouring procedure performed at the Plastic Surgery Center at Williams. It involves fat…

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CoolSculpting vs. Liposuction

    Compare CoolSculpting vs. Liposuction CoolSculpting Liposuction Procedure A non-surgical and noninvasive procedure called cryolipolysis that freezes and removes extra fat cells. A surgical procedure where small incisions are made around the treatment area. Fat cells are loosened and vacuumed out. Cost The average cost of CoolSculpting® is $3,200. According to the American Society…

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Can you reverse a BBL?

Most people think of plastic surgery as a one-time permanent deal, and this is true for most surgeries, but not all. There are very few plastic surgeries that can actually be reversed – but a Brazilian butt lift, or BBL, is one of them.  Augmenting the buttocks area can be done in several ways. It…

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Can You Get a Mommy Makeover With a BBL?

Yes, it’s possible to undergo a BBL during mommy makeover surgery. The term ‘mommy makeover’ refers to a combination of procedures that can be done during the same surgery — which can include a Brazilian butt lift (BBL).  The most common areas addressed during a mommy makeover are the abdomen, breasts, waist, and buttocks.  The…

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Is a Mommy Makeover Safe?

Mommy makeovers are widely considered safe, but as with any surgery, there are always risks involved.  Fortunately, the most common complications encountered after surgery are considered minor and are mostly related to wound healing, seromas (fluid collections), minor infections, and minor bleeding.  Major complications such as deep vein thrombosis and cardiopulmonary complications can also occur,…

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How Long Does a Brazilian Butt Lift Last?

In order to explain the longevity of the results of a Brazilian butt lift (BBL), it’s important to understand what the surgery is, how it’s performed, and the factors that impact how long the results can last. The Brazilian butt lift is actually not a lift at all — but rather a technique that transfers…

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Is BBL Surgery Safe?

Popularity surrounding the Brazilian butt lift surgery has soared in the past decade as the procedure can produce a more ample posterior and desirable curves. Since 2015, the number of Brazilian butt lifts (BBL) performed globally has grown by 78%, according to a survey by the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery. Brazilian butt lift…

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How to Prepare & Recover from Mommy Makeover

Pregnancy and welcoming a newborn can be one of the happiest times for a family. But pregnancy and childbirth can cause loose skin, stretch marks, muscle separation, sagging breasts, and fat that just won’t go away. Mommy makeover surgery is a complete body transformation that addresses the specific problem areas of each woman, working to…

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Could Liposuction Be The Weight Loss Solution For You?

Too Much Turkey This Thanksgiving? Could Liposuction Be The Weight Loss Solution For You? Liposuction continues to be one of the most popular procedures in plastic surgery with over 300,000 liposuction cases being done in 2018 Here are the top 5 most common questions I get asked about liposuction… 1- Who is an ideal candidate…

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