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What is Mastopexy and How Can it Enhance My Appearance?

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Mastopexy, also known as a breast lift, is a solution for breasts that sag, droop or have downward-facing nipples. Often combined with a breast augmentation, this procedure can be personalized to provide a subtle  or more dramatic lift of the nipple areolar complex and tightening of the lower breast tissue, also known as the lower…

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How Do You Soften Breasts After Implants?

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Breast augmentation or breast enhancement is a surgical procedure that works to enhance your body’s curves by adding volume to your natural breasts. At Schaffer Plastic Surgery, Dr. Christopher Schaffer applies his skill and eye for aesthetics to create the most natural enhancements which are individualized to each patient. Achieving these results involves personalized care…

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What to Expect During Power Assisted Liposuction Recovery

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Patients who are interested in power-assisted liposuction are impressed, first, by its amazing, long lasting results. This permanent form of fat removal is incredibly innovative and allows for an easier, gentler procedure than traditional liposuction. Schaffer Plastic Surgery is proud to offer this surgical fat removal procedure for patients who have stubborn fat that is…

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Does Laser Resurfacing Tighten Skin?

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Laser skin resurfacing is one of the more popular procedures we offer to aid in a variety of skin concerns as it helps to revitalize the skin’s appearance and create a youthful glow. As we age, our skin experiences a variety of changes in tone, color and texture which can make us look older than…

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Best Treatments for Sagging Facial Skin

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At Schaffer Plastic Surgery, we routinely correct sagging facial skin through a variety of treatments. Many of these treatments offer immediate, dramatic results that last for years to come. As men and women age, sagging skin and facial volume loss occur as the body’s natural collagen production slows down. When this happens, topical skin care…

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Lose Unwanted Fat, Achieve Beautifully Sculpted Results

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Losing unwanted fat is not always as easy for some people. While diet and exercise alone may be enough for one person to achieve a sculpted and toned appearance, others need additional support to see their desired results. At Schaffer Plastic Surgery, we offer a variety of treatments for people who are eating a healthy…

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How Does a Neck Lift Work?

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A neck lift is an amazing procedure that produces dramatic yet subtle results. Neck wrinkles and sagging skin are among the first telltale signs of a person’s age. When they are reduced after a neck lift, most patients find that they look many years younger even though it is not obvious that they have “had…

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Treating Skin Discoloration with Laser Skin Resurfacing

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Skin discoloration, otherwise known as hyperpigmentation, is a common source of discontentment for many women. The good news is that many forms of skin discoloration, wrinkles, and other skin issues can be effectively treated with laser skin resurfacing at our office. What Causes Skin Discoloration? Melanin is responsible for the natural brown pigment on the…

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Experiencing Painful Intercourse After Menopause? Consider Labiaplasty Surgery in Birmingham Alabama

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If you live in Birmingham, Alabama, menopause should not mark the end of your sex life. It should not make you dread having intercourse because of the pain you feel during or after sex. You can have labiaplasty surgery, a cosmetic procedure to trim the loose muscles on your outer labia. Learn more about the…

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