Tummy Tuck Surgery (Abdominoplasty) vs. Laser Liposuction One of the common aesthetic concerns among both women and men in the US is uneven body contour around the waist area. This can occur when excess fat tissue deposits accumulate around the abdomen. If the fats do not respond to diet or exercise, the individual has the…
By Sherri Roberts [email protected] What began as a quest to create more attractive tummy tuck results has culminated in a year of multiple honors for Houston plastic surgeon Dr. Christopher Patronella. Dissatisfied with the “flat-as-a-board” abdominal appearance that standard tummy tuck methods produced, Patronella set out to reproduce, via a combination of surgical techniques, the…
Tummy tuck surgery (abdominoplasty) Recovery When seeking to undergo tummy tuck cosmetic surgery, the patient should gain a clear understanding of the entire process from pre-op planning to stage to full recovery. This knowledge will not only help a patient make the right decisions, but also ensure that they are confident and realistic throughout the…
Plastic Surgeons vs. Cosmetic Surgeons The acceptance and popularity of plastic and cosmetic surgery procedures has grown significantly over the years, resulting in a mushrooming of surgical service providers. While most of these service providers may claim to be qualified plastic surgeons, it may not be an accurate description because not every surgeon is a…