Getting the body of your dreams is something that many individuals aspire to achieve no matter the age, race or creed. Feeling comfortable in the skin that you’re in will certainly have anyone oozing with confidence. Unfortunately, the majority of individuals in society today have less-than-perfect physiques. There are many ways to get a body that’s functional while turning heads in the process. Of course, eating healthy and working out are high on the menu, but there are other ways to get a better body in a fraction of the time.

Liposuction

A tried-and-true way of slimming down in a fraction of the time is via liposuction. Incisions are made within your skin in which a surgical tube is used to suck out unwanted fat cells. Liposuction is very popular and has been used for years to reconfigure certain areas of the body such as the stomach, lower back, and upper thighs. Downtime can be up to six weeks and is required since this procedure is considered to be an invasive treatment that can leave bruising and soreness. Since the 1980s, liposuction has been used to produce slimmer, more-tones bodies. When comparing liposuction with other noninvasive treatments, patients can expect higher costs. Many of your favorite celebrities have gone down the lip route on multiple occasions throughout the years.

Body Contouring

Body contouring is another fine treatment that’s used to produce a slimmer physique. Body contouring just so happens to be a non-invasive treatment that’s considered to be more efficient since patients can expect less downtime and lower expenses. This alternative procedure can use either heat or cold to melt the fat away in a since. Unlike its popular counterpart, body contouring takes away the risks of obtaining blood clots as well as other health complications. People who have good skin elasticity and are of ideal body weight are perfect candidates. Individuals who are trying to reduce fat in smaller areas and trouble spots are also ideal candidates. There are many different names and types that will fall underneath this particular category of medical aesthetics.

CoolSculpting is non-invasive and is used to freeze fat cells in which the body naturally removes as waste. Another form of body contouring is Thermage CPT in which pulse technology is used to tighten the skin. VenusFreeze can be used for facial contouring, skin tightening and wrinkle reduction.

In the end, your personal health condition can play a major role in which medical-aesthetic treatment is right for you. If your health is fairly stable across the board, then you’ll definitely have many more options to contend with via invasive or non-invasive surgery.

Dr. Glasberg and his team are committed to providing you with the best possible results and look forward to scheduling your consultation and answering any questions you may have. To schedule an appointment, please call us at 212-717-8550 or use our easy online form

Liposuction is a plastic surgery procedure that can help people to change the contour and appearance of their bodies by removing fat from specific, targeted areas. Many people are uncomfortable with the appearance of certain areas of the body. They may hesitate to wear a swimsuit or more revealing types of clothing, especially after the changes that may accompany pregnancy, aging, or weight gain and loss. Stubborn excess fat or bulging skin can persist despite diet and exercise, and liposuction provides a means to make a change to those “trouble spots.”

For people in NYC looking to eliminate stubborn excess fat, liposuction may be a solution. This surgical procedure may be performed on the hips, belly, thighs, back, buttocks, arms or under the chin; it may be performed alone or alongside other plastic surgeries, including breast lifts or reductions, tummy tucks, or facelifts.

Achieve your aesthetic goals

Liposuction can help you appear slimmer and more toned, and it can help you obtain the contours you desire, such as a more curvy or hourglass appearance. The most obvious benefits of liposuction are the changes it makes to help you achieve your aesthetic goals and enhance the contour and shape of your body.

This procedure is suitable for women and men who want to make a change in their appearance. For men with gynecomastia or excessive breast tissue, liposuction can help to address these concerns. Liposuction can help you to shape the physical appearance you want to show off.

Enjoy long-lasting results

Diet and exercise can be lifelong changes, but the results can be slow to appear on the body and never fully reach the toned look you want to see. Liposuction provides a firm, smooth look to the skin and body, and it produces long-lasting results. As long as your weight remains stable, you can expect the benefits of your liposuction to continue.

Address health and medical concerns

Liposuction can also help people struggling with certain medical concerns. Lipomas, benign fatty tumors that can appear as small bulges under the skin, may be removed in some cases with liposuction. People with a metabolic disturbance called lipodystrophy syndrome, which leads to an unusual or disproportionate fat distribution in the body, can achieve symmetry with liposuction.

Inspire continued well-being

In order to keep the results of liposuction intact, people must take care to avoid future weight gain. Therefore, liposuction can inspire an even greater commitment to healthful living. People who receive liposuction are often more committed to diet and exercise following the procedure. In addition, many people feel much more confident about themselves and their bodies after liposuction, helping to inspire an active lifestyle.

See immediate changes and persistent results

The results of liposuction are visible right away. While some swelling may continue during the recovery period, you can see the changes made to your body with liposuction right away. Dr. Glasberg makes use of the latest, most advanced liposuction procedures. As a Manhattan board-certified plastic surgeon, Dr. Glasberg can advise you about the best techniques to minimize discomfort and produce the most natural, beautiful results.

If you want to make a change in certain areas of your body, boost body confidence, or wear a bikini or a body-conscious dress with pride, liposuction may be a good option to help you achieve your goals. Dr. Glasberg takes an individualized approach to each person that produces beautiful, natural-looking, slender results. To learn more about the benefits of liposuction and find out whether it is right for you, phone the NYC office of Dr. Scot Bradley Glasberg at 212-717-8550 or use our secure online contact form to make an appointment for a consultation.

Body contouring procedures sculpt your body into a slimmer and more defined shape by removing the excess fat and excess skin that have been resistant to diet and exercise. If you have had weight loss surgery or experienced a major weight loss, body contouring can be great follow-up treatment. Body contouring procedures target the areas such as your stomach, thighs, arms, neck, and more so you can enjoy the after-effects of your weight loss.

There are several body contouring procedures that are surgical and non-surgical. The surgical procedures will emphasize the natural shape and physique of your body and give you the most dramatic results. Your proportions will be balanced and you will have an overall toned appearance. 

Before you begin, it is important that you have achieved and maintained your weight loss goals and are committed to a dedicated active and healthy lifestyle in order to preserve the results of the body contouring procedures. 

Dr. Glasberg will have an in-depth discussion with you to discuss the different body contouring procedures and develop a customized treatment plan that will help you achieve the goals for your body. Depending on your goals, a body contouring procedure can involve several different plastic surgery procedures that can sometimes seem similar to the procedures found in a Mommy Makeover. 

What Are Some of the Body Contouring Procedures?

Body contouring procedures may include:

• Tummy tuck
• Liposuction
• Breast lift
• Arm lift
• Thigh lift

In most cases, you may need to undergo several different procedures before your body contouring is considered to be complete. 

The Importance Of Choosing A Skilled, Experienced Surgeon

Body contouring procedures have many benefits for the patient, and it requires the skill of a board-certified plastic surgeon. The first step in deciding to undergo a cosmetic surgery procedure includes making sure that your surgeon is a board-certified plastic surgeon. Dr. Scot Glasberg and his team are committed to providing you with the best possible results and look forward to scheduling your consultation and answering any questions you may have. To schedule an appointment, please call us at (212) 717-8550.

Liposuction is a minimally-invasive procedure that uses a small, hollow tube known as a cannula, to remove localized areas of fat in your body. After creating very small incisions, the cannula is inserted through the incision and swept back and forth in targeted areas to loosen excess fat which is then removed with either a vacuum or cannula-attached syringe. While liposuction is not a method of weight loss, it does not eliminate cellulite or tighten loose or sagging skin. After a liposuction procedure you will have swelling and bruising for about a week. Swelling will subside in a few months and the results of the procedure are long lasting.

While liposuction has been very popular and is one of the top cosmetic procedures, non-surgical or minimally invasive procedures have been gaining in popularity. These non-surgical body contouring procedures do not require an incision or anesthesia and the downtime after the non-invasive procedure is less than liposuction.

There are many different types of non-surgical or, non-invasive fat reduction surgery to consider. They can include, but are not limited to:

• CoolSculpting® is a fat-freezing technology that reduces pockets of fat in areas such as your abdomen, flanks, or under the chin. It has been shown to reduce fat layer thickness up to 20-25% after a single session.
• Radiofrequency or Ultrasound technology can be used to eliminate fat cells on your hips, thighs, buttocks, and abdomen.

The results after a liposuction procedure are more dramatic with a longer recovery period. A liposuction procedure typically costs more than a non-surgical body contouring procedure. While non-invasive procedures are gentler on your body, with less discomfort, your results may take longer to be noticeable. While soreness and swelling are expected with either procedure, it takes longer for the swelling to subside with a liposuction procedure than it does for a non-invasive, non-surgical procedure. If you are at your ideal weight and don’t need significant reshaping, a non-invasive non-surgical procedure may be the right option for you. If you are not at your ideal weight and have larger areas of excess fat, you may want to consider liposuction for your body contouring procedure.

Making the choice to undergo a body contouring procedure depends on how much fat needs to be removed, how much time you want to spend recovering and how precise your procedure needs to be. In making your decision, please contact Dr. Scot Glasberg at (212) 717-8550 to schedule an appointment.

He knows that the first step in deciding to undergo a cosmetic surgery procedure includes making sure that your surgeon is a board-certified plastic surgeon. Dr. Glasberg and his team are committed to providing you with the best possible results and look forward to scheduling your consultation and answering any questions you may have.

With the holidays quickly approaching and all the time you spend making sure that it goes well,   Dr. Scot Glasberg, board-certified plastic surgeon, wants you to take time to think of yourself and your needs. While it’s the busiest time of the year for most people, with long holiday vacations and time off from work, it is also one of the best times to have a surgical or non-surgical plastic surgery procedure. The extended vacation time, especially during the cooler winter weather, will mean you will spend more time indoors, giving you time to focus on the healing you need during your recovery period. Another side benefit is that while you stay indoors you will avoid direct contact with the sun, avoiding the damage that UVA and UVB rays can cause to incision sites.

Some of the most common plastic surgery procedures that Dr. Glasberg performs during the winter season include:

• Breast Augmentation – achieve your goals for your appearance and feel more comfortable in your skin
• Abdominoplasty – to enhance your silhouette and restore your slender appearance
• Liposuction – the compression garments you wear post-procedure can be easily concealed with layers of winter clothing
• Facelift or upper lid blepharoplasty – the recovery time allows you to look refreshed for the new year
• Fillers – helps you restore lost volume in your cheeks or under your eyes, plumping your lips and filling in other deep forehead furrows with immediate results
• BOTOX® Cosmetic – a muscle weakener that softens lines, crow’s feet or frown lines. It usually takes up to two weeks to take effect but there is minimal downtime.
• IPL Treatments or Lasers – for skin resurfacing and pigmentation concerns. Plan for a number of sessions so you can see the results. 

Dr. Scot Glasberg knows you want to look your best and now is the perfect time to get ready for the upcoming spring and summer seasons. He knows that the first step in deciding to undergo a cosmetic surgery procedure includes making sure that your surgeon is a board-certified plastic surgeon. Dr. Glasberg and his team are committed to providing you with the best possible results and look forward to scheduling your consultation and answer any questions you may have. To schedule an appointment, please call us at (212) 717-8550.

Brachioplasty

When men and women are asked about the areas of their bodies they feel most self-conscious about, one of the most common answers is their upper arms. Whether you’ve lost weight or are getting older, you may notice the skin of the upper arm begins to sag. This is often referred to as “bat wings” due to the excess skin draping down. It can make it difficult to wear your favorite shirts because of the way that your arms look. For others, this skin can even get in the way of feeling comfortable, especially during the summertime when it’s hotter. A brachioplasty, also known as an arm lift, can help to tighten and tone this area of the body.

What is a Brachioplasty?

A brachioplasty is a surgical procedure that tightens the skin underneath the arms. This eliminates the look of loose, hanging skin, which are sometimes called bat wings. The procedure is done quickly in-office, normally taking just two hours from start to finish. Unfortunately, exercises and weight training may not be enough to get rid of this loose skin, causing the need for medical intervention. The skin is often loose and hanging, which exercise is unable to remedy on its own. Brachioplasty is one of the most common cosmetic procedures because of how many people have problems with their upper arms.

Reasons You May Need a Brachioplasty

The skin of your arms may hang because of a variety of reasons. One of the most common reasons for hanging skin in this area is due to age. As you age, the skin isn’t as thick and resilient as it was when you were younger. This, paired with the effects of gravity, results in arms that are sagging and embarrassing. Weight loss can also have an impact on the way that your arms look. It’s not uncommon for people who have recently had gastric bypass surgery for obesity to want or need a Brachioplasty for their arms. Likewise, someone who has lost weight on their own may want the procedure to improve their appearance and self-confidence. One of the most common side effects of losing weight is loose skin, which can appear on all areas of the body.

Having a Brachioplasty can help improve your self-esteem and get you feeling better about your appearance. If you’ve spent years covering up your arms with sweaters, jackets, and coats, it’s time to wear what you want with the confidence that you deserve. Tight, toned and taut arms can be as quick as two hours away with the Brachioplasty arm lift procedure. It’s simple, quick and most people are good candidates for the surgery itself. A consultation is crucial before having the procedure done, as this helps the surgeon to go over your medical history to determine if you’re a viable candidate to have Brachioplasty performed in-office.

Brachioplasty Combined with Liposuction

Brachioplasty is often combined with liposuction to remove excess, stubborn fat from the arm area. In many cases, patients won’t just have sagging skin in this area, but they may be battling with arm fat that is causing their arms to look disproportionate. Liposuction works to remove the excess fat from the arm area while the Brachioplasty is useful in tightening the loose skin. Obviously, a consultation will help in determining if liposuction is needed or available to you. For a complete toned, taut look, many patients choose both procedures to ensure their arms look their best post-surgery. However, it’s not uncommon to simply need just an arm lift to reduce the appearance of loose, hanging skin.

What to Expect with the Procedure

The procedure itself is relatively simple and can be done in a matter of just a couple of hours. First, you will have sedation administered to put you into a sleep-like state for the surgery. The surgeon then works to create a small incision to the inside or back of the arm. This incision may need to be larger for some patients depending on the extent of the loose skin, but this will all be discussed with you during your consultation appointment. If liposuction is desired, it will be done prior to the Brachioplasty procedure. Once the incision has been made, the underlying skin and tissue will be tightened and pulled to create a more youthful appearance. The skin is further smoothed and sutured in place to promote even healing. Your arm is then bandaged fully and you’ll be taken to a recovery room. You will typically wake fully from the sedation in under an hour, but it is still important that you have a loved one with you to bring you home as you will not be able to drive yourself under general sedation. For men and women living in New York, a Brachioplasty not only improves their appearance and allows them to feel more comfortable, but they’ll find that it allows them to look more youthful. Instead of being embarrassed by your arms, the arm lift procedure is there to erase your inhibitions and give you back your confidence. Considering the ease of the surgery and how quickly it can be done, it’s no wonder it is one of the most common cosmetic procedures currently available. The procedure can be done on both men and women who are unhappy with the look of their upper arms and who are ready to make a change.

A tummy tuck, also known as abdominoplasty, is a procedure that both removes excess fat and skin from the abdominal area as well as tightening the muscles of the abdominal wall. This creates a stronger, leaner physique that can help you to feel confident about yourself. For men and women living in NYC, having a tummy tuck done can be beneficial not only cosmetically, but medically as well. Prior to having the procedure done, you’ll have a consultation to determine if the surgery is right for you.

Some of the key benefits of a tummy tuck include:

Stronger Core

During the tummy tuck procedure, the abdominal muscles are tightened, creating a leaner look. Fortunately, this also creates a stronger core, which is essential in improving balance and preventing injury. Many men and women may have weak core muscles because of lifestyle habits or inactivity. The tummy tuck works to tighten this area, creating a stronger core that benefits the whole body. With a stronger core, you’ll find it easier and more satisfying to workout.

Improved Urinary Incontinence

Urinary incontinence can be caused by a range of different conditions. However, for many men and women, excess weight and heavy, loose skin in the abdominal region can affect the pressure on the bladder. This can cause the need to urinate more often than is necessary. By tightening the abdominal muscles and relieving the excess weight in this area, it could help to improve your urinary incontinence and allow you to urinate less frequently.

Motivation to Maintain a Healthy Weight

Staying motivated to maintain a healthy weight or stick to a diet and exercise plan can be difficult. If you’ve already lost a lot of weight, you may not feel totally confident in yourself because of the excess, sagging skin around your belly. A tummy tuck doesn’t just help in getting rid of excess fat in this region, but it also tightens the muscles and removes excess skin. This can give you the motivation to stick with it and keep going with your new healthy lifestyle.

Immediate Results

Once the tummy tuck procedure has been done, you’ll notice immediate results. This means that you won’t need to wait months just to see what your new body looks like. Obviously, you still need to give your body some time to heal from the procedure and for all swelling to go down, but the results are immediate and they’re drastic.

Better Posture

Because the abdominal muscles are being tightened all around the belly area, this can help to improve posture by providing support to your whole body. Proper posture is key to helping with a myriad of different health conditions and allows you to look leaner, taller and stronger.

Increased Confidence

Whether you’re a new mom who has a brand new bundle of joy or you’re a man or woman who has recently lost a lot of weight, it can sometimes be discouraging to feel confident when you have a lot of excess skin and weakened abdominal muscles. In some cases, even with the best diet and exercise, your abdominal muscles may not get to the point where you need and want them to be. In this case, a tummy tuck can improve your confidence by getting rid of that excess skin, further improving your weight loss efforts. The muscles are tightened and toned within the belly area, improving the way that you both look and feel.

Tightened Skin

Loose abdominal skin can occur for a variety of different reasons. It’s not uncommon to have a stomach with excessive loose skin after losing a lot of weight. For women who have recently had a baby, the skin on the stomach may not have a chance to look normal without going for this type of procedure. Unfortunately, there isn’t an exercise currently that works to tighten skin after significant weight loss or childbirth. A tummy tuck can do the work for you and improve the way that you look.

Tummy tucks are suitable for both men and women who are in good health and who have had a consultation prior to the surgery being done. The procedure is ideal for individuals who want to lose excess body fat, tighten their stomach muscles and get rid of loose skin. The procedure is typically done as out-patient surgery, but you’ll need someone with you so that they can bring you home after the treatment is completed. Considering the vast amount of benefits that come from a tummy tuck, the procedure is quick, relatively noninvasive and allows you to go home the very same day. Recovery time for a tummy tuck is short, but it’s a good idea to have a friend or relative be there to help as you get back to feeling like yourself.

An abdominoplasty can have many cosmetic benefits to those choosing to have surgery done. However, there are many medical benefits to having a tummy tuck that is often ignored or overlooked. For men or women living in NYC who have urinary incontinence, weakened abdominal muscles or who need help with improving their posture and core, this procedure has profound advantages over others available. The consultation that is done before surgery can help you to understand what is involved, what to expect and what your results will be like. The consultation is also the time for you to ask any questions you have regarding your tummy tuck.

The journey into motherhood can be a wonderful and exciting time. The joy of bringing a child into the world is an experience similar to none other. While motherhood is amazing, the damage motherhood does to your body is not quite as amazing. No matter how hard you work in the gym, or how strict you are with your diet, it may feel as though you can never get your pre-baby body back. Pregnancy can lead to a lot of unexpected and undesirable changes to your body. The “Mommy Makeover” is a great way to see your pre-baby body once again.

Many people have heard of the “Mommy Makeover”, but may be unsure about what the procedure involves. These procedures typically involve the work of a plastic surgeon and are unique to the particular concerns of the client. No two “Mommy Makeovers” are the same because no two women have the exact same concerns regarding their post-baby body. These procedures are completely customized to your areas of concern. A few common areas of concern, for most patients, are the breasts, tummy, waist, and buttocks. Depending on the procedures involved, patients may be able to have more than one treatment in one surgical setting. Having multiple procedures performed at once often improves recovery time and gets your back to your ideal body even quicker!

Some clients may begin to wonder if they are good candidates for the “Mommy Makeover”. Luckily, many of the clients that come into the office are excellent candidates for the makeover. As long as you are content with your current weight and are in generally good health, you are more than likely a candidate for the procedure. The surgeon will probably want to take a closer look at your medical record to make sure that you don’t have any possible risk factors that can impact the surgery or your recovery. One of the best parts about the “Mommy Makeover” is that it is completely customized to your body and concerns. If you are unable to have a certain procedure due to health concerns, your doctor will work with you to find the best procedure that meets your needs. There’s almost always a solution to any problem you might have.

While most patients that come in for a consultation are eligible for the “Mommy Makeover”, patients that are currently breastfeeding and patients that are planning to have more children are advised to wait to have the procedure. Mothers that are breastfeeding are advised to wait three to six months after weaning their baby, before having the procedure. Many women are concerned about the size and shape of their breasts after having a baby. By waiting for three to six months after weaning, the size and shape of the breasts can stabilize. After the size and shape of the breast stabilize, the surgeon can make better recommendations for the procedure that will give you the best results. If you plan to have another baby, it is best to wait until after you are done having children to consider the procedure. Your body changes considerably after pregnancy and delivery. The results from your “Mommy Makeover” may be diminished after having another child.

The path to a “Mommy Makeover” begins by making an appointment for a consultation with your plastic surgeon. At your consultation, make sure to share your body goals and express your unique areas of concern. If you feel inclined to do so, you can also bring in pictures of yourself before having the baby. The more information you provide your surgeon the better they can understand what you are looking for with this procedure. During the consultation, the surgeon may ask you about your past medical history, and take a closer look at your body. After taking a full look at your body, and hearing about your areas of concern, the surgeon can proceed to discuss treatment options and plans of action that will get your body in perfect shape.

Recovery time is always a major concern when having any type of procedure, especially for a busy mom. Your recovery time can vary greatly from another mom, depending on the procedures that were done. Make sure to speak to your physician during the consultation about what to expect and the length of your recovery. In general, you are likely to experience bruising, swelling, and tenderness in the areas that the surgery was performed. These symptoms should fade over time and pain can be treated with medication. Women normally go back to work within a week to two weeks after surgery, but you may have restrictions when it comes to strenuous activity. The most important part of recovery is allowing your body time to heal, to ensure that you experience maximum results.

Results from the “Mommy Makeover” can usually be seen right after the procedure. As you begin to recover you will probably begin to notice more drastic results. The full results of the “Mommy Makeover” typically aren’t seen for around six months after the procedure. Each day you should see more and more improvements as the swelling begins to go down. Your new post-baby body is not too far away.

The “Mommy Makeover” is the perfect way to take care of yourself and make sure that you are happy with what you see in the mirror. The joy of having a new baby, should not be lessened by the feelings you have towards your post-baby body. Your body has given so much to create this little bundle of joy, make sure to treat it right and have it look as good as possible. There is no reason why should not feel as happy as you can with your body after a baby, you deserve it. To learn more about the “Mommy Makeover” make sure that you visit www.drglasberg.com/procedures/body/mommy-makeover. Dr. Glasberg is a top NYC plastic surgeon that specializes in the “Mommy Makeover” As a new mom, you hardly ever have time to really take time and pamper yourself, check out the website today!

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