George P. Chatson, M.D. Blog

Loose and bulky skin is not uncommon following significant weight loss. Nor are a few stubborn fat deposits that simply refuse to respond to your efforts. These things, combined or alone, can serve to obscure your weight loss efforts, making your body instead look asymmetrical and awkward – and they may not ever go away on their own. This is where post-weight loss body contouring comes in.

Body contouring after substantial weight loss helps to enhance the results of your weight loss efforts. Through the removal of excess and unnecessary skin and the...

Tummy tuck surgery, also known as abdominoplasty, is used to remove loose and sagging skin from the midsection. Depending on the needs of the individual, tummy tuck surgery may also be used to remove stubborn fat deposits and tighten abdominal muscles that have become separated.

Abdominoplasty is commonly included in...

Breast implants are used to change the size and shape of the breasts. Placed during breast augmentation surgery, modern implants are intended to last for several years, though none are promised to last for a lifetime. Newer options, such as gummy bear implants, may retain their form in cases of rupture, but some women choose to have implants removed even when they have retained their optimal shape.

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Recovery from rhinoplasty (nose surgery) is relatively fast compared to some other types of facial plastic surgery. Following rhinoplasty, some swelling and bruising are to be expected, but discomfort is typically very mild. You will be provided with instructions on how to minimize swelling. Discomfort can generally be handled with over-the-counter medications, though some instances may require a prescribed analgesic to...