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Navigating the Emotional and Physical Journey of Post-Weight Loss Surgery

Significant weight loss is an incredible achievement. Whether through bariatric surgery or a long-term lifestyle change, the results can improve your physical health and often provide a meaningful boost in self-confidence. However, weight loss is often only the beginning. The next step for many people involves restoring comfort and confidence through body contouring surgery. Your…

Comparing Liposuction Techniques: What’s Best For You?

Liposuction is a cosmetic surgery procedure that removes unwanted fat from targeted areas of the body. While this powerful procedure can yield dramatic results, it’s important to keep in mind that liposuction is a body-contouring tool, not a weight-loss solution. Because every patient’s goals, anatomy, and lifestyle are different, understanding the available techniques can help…

The Functional Benefits of Breast Reduction Surgery

Breast size and shape have a significant impact on a woman’s life, and women with overly large breasts often endure physical and emotional challenges. From chronic pain and posture issues to lingering self-esteem concerns, and limited fashion choices, women with overly large breasts have a unique set of challenges. Breast reduction surgery is an tried…

Facelift vs. Fillers: Understanding Your Options

The first signs of aging often appear on your face, and the sudden appearance of fine lines and wrinkles can have a significant impact on your confidence. It’s important to know that there are facial rejuvenation options available. Both facelift surgery and non-surgical fillers can help minimize the signs and symptoms of aging. However, it’s…

Facelift Results: Longevity and Achieving a Natural Look

The facelift is one of the most popular anti-aging plastic surgery procedures. When performed by a board-certified plastic surgeon, such as Dr. Christopher Schaffer, the facelift can rejuvenate your appearance and restore your vitality. Many people find that they often look at least a decade younger after they have recovered from their facelift procedure. While…

Facelift Recovery: Timeline, Massage and Post-Op Care

For those looking to minimize signs of aging such as wrinkles, facial volume loss or sagging skin, facelifts are a type of procedure that allows for personalized results tailored to address individual needs. Thanks to modern innovations in facelift procedures, patients can expect a more refreshed, youthful appearance with less recovery time. Dr. Schaffer offers…

Understanding the Facelift Procedure: What to Expect

Considered to be one of the most popular facial rejuvenation procedures, the facelift can provide you with life-changing results. The facelift is a surgical procedure that removes excess skin and tightens facial muscles, ultimately reducing wrinkles and creating a more youthful appearance. Procedure Details The facelift procedure can be personalized to address your unique needs…

Your Breast Augmentation Journey: From Consultation to Recovery

Breast augmentation is a powerful plastic surgery procedure that allows women to take control of their appearance and gain the self-confidence they need to live full, happy and productive lives. At Schaffer Plastic Surgery, we recognize that this procedure is more than just an operation — it’s a transformative opportunity. Dr. Christopher Schaffer prides himself…

Breast Augmentation FAQs & Recovery: What to Expect

A breast augmentation is more than just a plastic surgery procedure that improves the shape or appearance of the breasts — it’s a powerful procedure that can restore your confidence and give you the boost you need to truly love the way that you look. Breast augmentation involves utilizing breast implants or fat transfer to…

Support Systems: Navigating Breast Health with Professional Care

Breast health is an important part of overall wellness. Whether you are considering breast surgery or recovering from a procedure, having the right support system can make a meaningful difference. Professional medical care, emotional support, and ongoing monitoring all work together to promote healing, confidence, and long-term health. At Schaffer Plastic Surgery, patients are supported…