Doctor Q&A

Wondering if i need an extended TT because I dont habe concerns on my lower back or sides, just the front of my hips and abdomen. Is that still extended?

can I get a tummy tuck with a large balbadder scar?

Hi all, i have been looking into doctors for bridge augmentation using cartilage, and found that the material used to wrap the diced rib cartilage varies from doctor to doctor. I want to ask what the difference between autologous fascia vs autologous dermis (from the upper buttocks) is. Which one do you use in your practice and why?

I am a 52 year-old woman, and I am scheduled for a mommy makeover in March. When I was interviewing surgeons, I discovered that some use drains and some do not. I'm not looking forward to having drains, and I'm wondering why some surgeons don't use them. What are the advantages/disadvantages of using them, are there greater risks one way or the other, and should I reconsider my surgeon if he uses drains? Thank you in advance for your response!

Hello, I have had a high WBC for most of my life. I have see di d inc a hematologist but no one has been able to pinpoint what the problem is. I am scheduled to have surgery on 5/26. Is there a chance that the doctor will still do the surgery ?

How effective is this procedure please

I’m considering having a FL but skin only because I’m very scared of hematomas hardness and tightness my question is how long last a skin only mid facelift that could potentially remove 1 cm of skin on each in a 49 year old? I read that can take year two years etc what is the true and also why skin relaxes or comes down faster in a skin only mid FL that a deep FL,

I am in my 40s. I have moderate under-eye bags along the entire orbital rim, extending from the inner corner of the eye to the lateral area. I also have deep tear troughs, and I was told that I may be a good candidate for fat repositioning. My questions to the doctors are: 1. Do you reposition all 3 fat compartments, or only the medial and central fat pads? The doctor that I consulted with said that the lateral fat should never be repositioned because it may increase the risk of complications such as chronic inflammation. Is this true in your experience? If the lateral pad is not repositioned, wouldn’t this create a hallow area? 2. If the procedure is performed by a skilled oculoplastic surgeon, is there a risk that the repositioned fat could eventually migrate or return to its original position? If so, how common is this, and what factors might contribute to recurrence? 3. Any other common risks associated with fat repositioning?

I have been thinking about upper eyelid surgery but then I am wondering whether it will be enough to open my eyes? I have very obvious extra skin on my eyelashes and a having a lower set brow does not bother me personally, as long my eyes are not covered by the skin. Can I do well just with the eyelid surgery (which is faster and less costly)?

I am self conscious about the asymmetrical appearance of my eyes . What procedure(s) would you suggest for best result? F, 54, dry eye

Could I still e a candidate for stomach lipo despite my stomach tattoos, or would they become extremely warped? I have a pouch of fat on my left side that doesn't go away with diet nd exercise, it makes my stomach appear uneven because the skin on right side of abdomen is stretched tight due to corrective surgery from gastroschesis as a baby. Currently 5 '2 110 pounds, pouch does not go away even at 89lbs.

I’m concerned that my upper abdominal area looks uneven and does not match the smoother contour of my lower abdomen. I had expected the overall result to look more continuous and balanced as opposed to what appears to be a pinachable roll of fat that hangs and sags a bit especially when wearing high waisted pants. I’m trying to understand the best path forward, as I feel self-conscious wearing bikinis or athletic clothing that exposes my upper abdomen. I’m 5'4" and 117 lbs and previously underwent a mastopexy with lower abdominal and flank liposuction. I had been under the impression that my entire abdomen would be treated from top to bottom, but I was later told that the upper abdominal area I’m concerned about was not treated. I would really appreciate input from board-certified plastic surgeons on the following: Does the area above my belly button look like something that could benefit from revision liposuction? If so, is there a risk that it could make the contour more irregular? What is the likelihood the skin would retract as well as my lower abdomen result did? What revision options are typically considered for this type of concern? Is there another procedure that would better suit my concern? I understand that photos and an online post cannot replace an in-person evaluation. I’m mainly hoping to better understand what my options may be and what questions I should ask during a consultation. Thank you for any professional insight.

I had a cellulite procedure done w the Aveli tool 2 yrs ago. The Dr. ore-released too many septa bands . After 11, micro needling both sides of my outer highs, leaving me permanently worse off with uneven skin texture and huge protruding "lake effect" outward skin. I've done everything, red-light therapy, Morpheous 8, working out/trying to gain muscle to even out something/anyhting with what this awful dr. left me with. I got 2 other reputable correction surgeons who recommend either Lipo and fat grafting (which is supposed to be better/more predictable outcome) OR Sculptra (which doesn't sound promising, your waiting to see what happens, it doesn't dissolve, and can cause scar tissue, bumps, nodules.). I would appreciate any and all advice. For the record if you are a fit women around 40, do not let them do this to you, he over-released the septa bands and I look worse than when I went in. I should not have been approved to be a candidate. What a money pit. So unhappy.