Doctor Q&A

I am a 38 year old female planning on getting a breast augmentation. I breastfed two babies many years ago and my breasts never recovered. They are small and deflated. I am thinking 350-400 cc motiva implants and willing to go over or under the muscle, whatever needed to get the aesthetic I am hoping for. I am 6 ft tall, 150 lbs, breast width is 13 cm, sternal notch to nipple is 22.5 cm, nipple to IMF is 6 cm. Very active, running and strength training. Currently a B cup, looking to get to D or DD. Wondering if I need a lift or just an augmentation. The last thing I want is bigger breasts that look saggy. Not super concerned with nipple position, they currently point forwards and I am ok with them being slightly lower on my breasts but absolutely want to avoid them pointing down and looking droopy.

Hi - Is it possible to get a tummy tuck that just removes excess skin and fat without work on the actual abdominal muscles? I’ve also heard that after removal of fat cells in the belly, you can gain weight in other areas - the fat just goes elsewhere? Thanks in advance for answering these questions.

I’m 38, 5’9” and 147 lbs. I have had a twin pregnancy and two singleton pregnancies and am done having kids. I’m currently signed up for a mommy makeover with a top surgeon who only does/specializes in body surgery, but am having second thoughts about the tummy tuck portion. I have very little loose skin, a long torso and a high belly button. My PS says I need a full TT due to significant diastasis above and below the navel. He said I will need either an inverted T scar or possibly floating vertical scar depending upon how far he can stretch my skin. I really want a low scar, and am concerned it will be too high (either the horizontal or vertical or both) due to lack of skin. That said, I’m tired of sucking in my stomach 24/7 to not look pregnant and have constant back pain when trying to lift weights, kids etc. Thoughts?

Hi, I’m considering rhinoplasty mainly to reduce the width of my nose from the front. My nose is bony and slightly wide at the upper part, while the lower part is also a little wide. However, I like my nose from the side and I don’t want to significantly change my profile or projection. Do you think it would be possible to achieve a successful result by narrowing the nose from the front while keeping the side profile looking natural and attractive? Is this type of result realistic with rhinoplasty?

male, 18, 5'10", 140lbs; I think it's pretty clear that the midline of my face is skewed because of my nose, worsened by the fact that when I had braces, my ortho matched the midline of teeth to the tip of my nose rather than the bridge. From the minimal research I've done, this is called a deviated and would require a septoplasty. However, I figured that since I was eventually going to go through the trouble of getting surgery, i might as well change the concavity of my nose from up to down with a rhinoplasty to achieve a more "button nose' effect. Whenever I bring up the subject to my family they always bring up the fact that I am young and the issue might drive itself away and/or need additional recovery time, neglecting the fact that when i am in college I will have all the less time. If you have any thoughts on the matter it would be a great help! (sorry for writing an essay but I have the AP lang exam on wednesday and this made could practice for my tone)

I’m a female ,5’7 and weight around 150

I'm 44 and had a surgical BBL in May 2025. I was initially happy with my results, but I've since lost some volume and would like to improve the size and shape of my buttocks and hips. I'm considering hyaluronic acid filler, around 150 ml per side, but several surgeons have advised against it. Would filler be suitable after a previous BBL, or would another fat transfer BBL be better? I'm unsure whether I have enough donor fat, and I'm not keen on implants. I'd really appreciate your professional opinions based on my photos. Thankyou

Recently lost 70+ lbs 5ft 157lbs now and I’m wanting to get a bbl but unsure if I should get a tummy tuck or bbl first? Some surgeons advised I do tummy tuck first then lipo with bbl but wouldnt that make me have loose skin on my stomach?

Hi, Please give your honest opinion on when I should safely fly (3.5 hour flight) after mummy make over (abdominoplasty, liposuction and breast reduction). I have booked my surgery (in Istanbul) and current plan is to fly home 7 days later but I am concerned that this is too soon and could risk complications. Thank you, Melina

I have two consultations for breast reduction scheduled for next month. I have large breasts (40J) and know breast reduction would be beneficial. Insurance won't cover it, so I'll pay out of pocket. Surgeon 1 is certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and has only a few pictures on his website, but they're all of patients with smaller breasts than mine. Surgeon 2 is certified by the American Board of Cosmetic Surgery and the American Board of Surgery; he also has multiple pictures of his work on his website with patients who look similar in size to me. My question is: What is the difference between these certifications? Should one be considered over the other for a breast reduction on larger breasts? Thanks in advance for taking the time to answer this question!

i am coming up to 60 and would like a breast reduction , I’m 5 foot and currently a 36g/h . I have decided with navigating back pain , groives and neck ache and the weight of my breasts I need to have this done Not to mention my low self esteem . I currently have a 7cm hiatus hernia . I am been monitored by the hospital and take medication to manage it . I sometimes regurgitate albeit not often . My concern is would this stop me having a breast reduction . I would appreciate a medical opinion so I know if I can go forward with this .

I had a BA a week ago. My surgery and recovery has been great. My PS and I were on the same page with my expectations and I am thrilled with the results.My pain was well managed and was off pain killers two days after the surgery with only an occasional Tylenol.Everything is going well. So why am I so sad? I have random moments when I cry for no reason. Other times I have anxiety. I don't have previous issues with depression. I am wondering if it is from the anesthesia? What's happening?

I have some facial asymmetry which really bothers me, a clinic told me masseter Botox would help me achieve a more symmetrical look, I wanted a second opinion, and also wanted to know if there's a more permanent option, or what procedure/treatment can lead to a permanent change if there is one.

I'm feeling insecure . There is always a horizontal crease above upper lip when smiling. Can it be due to proclined teeth or due to muscle overactivity?

I started noticing my perioral mounds when I was 28, I’m 31 now and of course they’ve just gotten worse over time. What would be the best treatment option? would Botox help relax them?

I have a small a cup and not a lot of breast tissue. I did consult a surgeon but he told me he recommends 350cc round high profile mentor implants dual plane. Now I do want more upper pole fullness because there’s not much tissue but the pictures of round HP mentor implants tend to look bolted on and I was hoping for more natural results with maybe a moderate+ profile because I do not want them sticking up and out that much. I used an app to simulate the results I want, do you think a high profile round implant will sit like that?

I had a capsulorrhaphy (he said he was stitching to the outside of my ribs) performed on my right breast after it bottomed out, and a scar revision. How long will I feel the pain internally? It feels like something pulling inside. My surgeon said I would only need a few days off work but I took a week. And will my right breast "drop" like the first time to be equal with my left?

I'm a 39-year-old woman seeking professional opinions on which facial rejuvenation procedures would be most appropriate for my concerns. My main concerns are hooding of my upper eyelids, forehead wrinkles, sagging jowls, loss of definition along my jawline, and loose skin around my neck. I previously gained and subsequently lost approximately 40 kg, which I believe is the primary reason for the skin laxity I'm experiencing, particularly around my lower face, jawline and neck. I haven't had any previous facial cosmetic procedures or treatments. I'm open to surgical options and would love to know what procedures surgeons would recommend based on my photos. In particular, would a mini facelift, traditional SMAS facelift, deep plane facelift, or combined face and neck lift be most appropriate? Would a brow lift and/or upper blepharoplasty be beneficial for my eye area? My goal is to look naturally refreshed and more youthful, without looking overly tight, artificial or noticeably "done." I want to retain my natural facial features while addressing the sagging and laxity. I'd really appreciate your professional opinions on which procedures would provide the best, most natural-looking and long-lasting improvement for my concerns.

I had lipo over 15 years ago. I had a revision with fat transfer shortly after, but I still have irregularities that I am very self-conscious about. I’d like to finally address it once and for all. Is a tummy tuck my only option (if it even is an option)?