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Before you decide whether to move forward with a tummy tuck, it is important to understand a variety of aspects regarding the procedure, including the recovery phase. Abdominoplasty surgery is a major procedure, and it will take some time before you are back to engaging in all of your regular activities.
The exact duration of the tummy tuck recovery period varies based on several factors, including:
The type of tummy tuck procedure performed Your body's unique healing ability Your adherence to Dr. Orringer's aftercare instructionsAs a general rule, more extensive t...
Read MoreA mommy makeover consists of a series of plastic surgery procedures performed to potentially restore more of the appearance you enjoyed prior to having children. It often involves a cosmetic procedure on both the breasts and abdomen, two areas often most affected by pregnancy. It is important that you take the certain steps to better encourage an optimal outcome and smoother recovery process.
The following tips will be helpful with your mommy makeover. Before your procedure:
Do your homework -- Do some online research prior to scheduling a consultation with a board certified plastic... Read MoreBefore moving forward with breast augmentation, it is important to understand important aspects of your procedure, including the recovery process. The exact recovery time varies from patient to patient based on a variety of factors, including:
Your body’s natural healing ability and your overall health Whether you underwent subglandular or submuscular breast implant placement Whether your procedure was an initial augmentation or a procedure involving revision of a previous augmentation Whether breast augmentation was performed as a stand-alone procedure or in conjunction w... Read MoreIf you have large breasts that are causing you discomfort, annoyance, or even pain, it might be time for a breast reduction. Oftentimes, breast reductions can even be covered by insurance because of the pain and discomfort they can help avoid in the future. To find out if a breast reduction is right for you, please take this quiz:
To schedule a consultation about breast reductions, please contact Dr. Jay Orringer today by calling 310-273-1663. We are proud...
Read MoreAdvances in breast augmentation techniques and implant materials give you more options than ever before. There are a variety of breast implants and incisional approaches for augmentation today. The best option for you will depend on a number of factors including your goals, unique situation, and personal preference.
Common breast augmentation incisions include:
Inferior peri-areolar -- incision is made around the lower areola Inframammary -- incision is made in or near the fold under the breast Transaxillary -- incision is made through the armpitEach of these a...
Read MoreA tummy tuck is often performed to address the muscle laxity as well as the excess skin and fat that frequently follow pregnancy or weight fluctuation. It is important to understand that a scar is always created when this excess skin is removed. However, there are several factors which may impact how visible your tummy tuck scar will be.
The quality of the scar will vary among each individual and is influenced by skin type. In addition, the amount of excess skin present will impact the length of your scar and whether there will also be a scar around the umbilicus.
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Read MoreOctober is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and Dr. Orringer would like to take this opportunity to help educate you about the potential breast cancer warning signs. Breast cancer is the second most common form of cancer for women in the United States, and early detection plays a significant role in the ability to achieve a full recovery.
Going for regular mammograms and self-breast examination is extremely important, particularly in high-risk individuals. Mammography, breast ultrasound, and MRI examinations may pick up breast cancer at a much earlier stage than physical examination. In addition, because cancer occurs in many women...
Read MoreIf you would like to improve the appearance of your breasts, then breast augmentation may potentially be an excellent solution to achieve your goals. However, it is important to consider the timing of this major decision. While breast augmentation may not affect your ability to breastfeed in many instances, future pregnancies will often have an adverse impact on the results of your procedure.
Following pregnancy, the skin of the breast will stretch and will often become more "droopy" in appearance over the underlying breast implant. If the droop of the breast is mild, a...
Read MoreDr. Jay Orringer presented a course on nipple-sparing mastectomy reconstruction at the American Society of Plastic Surgeons Annual 2016 Meeting on September 23. The conference was held in our hometown of Los Angeles, and this educational meeting featured presentations from some of the current best-known surgeons in the field of plastic surgery.
Dr. Orringer's course discussed his nuances of techniques for nipple-areolar sparing mastectomy reconstruction. Reconstructions using both implants as well as use of one’s own tissues (autologous tissue) were described.
Read MoreThere are more facial rejuvenation options than ever to help you turn back the clock and restore a more youthful appearance. While a traditional facelift will still provide you with the most customized and long lasting results, this procedure isn’t necessarily the best option for everyone. In some instances, your needs may be more effectively addressed by a nonsurgical facial rejuvenation treatment.
The right option for you will depend on a variety of factors, including:
The area you want to treat The extensiveness of your signs of aging... Read More