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Blepharoplasty is surgery performed on the upper or lower eyelids to tighten, remove or reduce the skin surrounding the eye. This procedure can be done for purely cosmetic reasons to give the eyes a more youthful appearance, but it may also be a functional procedure if skin drooping disrupts vision. This eyelid surgery may be…
Pregnancy and childbirth can be one of the most joyous occasions. However, the physical after-effects of pregnancy can be just as life-changing in a less joyous way. Post-pregnancy body changes can involve everything from sagging breasts and stretch marks to the notorious muffin top. Unfortunately, many mothers realize soon after pregnancy that altering these areas…
Concerns about the appearance or function of the vulva and vagina are far more common than most women realize. Changes can happen for many reasons — childbirth, hormonal shifts, weight loss, genetics, or simply the natural process of aging — and they can affect physical comfort, intimacy, and self-confidence in ways that aren’t always easy…
Whether due to natural aging, pregnancy, breastfeeding or weight loss, breasts can and do sag with skin and tissue changes. A breast lift is a surgical procedure used to lift the breast and reposition tissue to restore a more youthful shape and appearance. Dr. Christopher Schaffer at Schaffer Plastic Surgery is an expert who has…
While diet and exercise are the keys to losing weight, diet and exercise alone are not always enough to target problematic areas. To tone up after weight loss or to add more definitive contours, body sculpting can be exceptionally effective in achieving the body shape you want. Therefore, body sculpting has become one of the…
Are you struggling to eliminate unwanted skin and fatty pockets in certain areas of your body? Body sculpting reshapes problematic areas, reduces fat to create a shapelier appearance and tightens skin when diet and exercise are insufficient. Both innovative non-surgical and surgical procedures may be involved. The results can be life-changing for the right patients,…
The skin that covers the abdominal area can get loose and sag for several reasons. Unfortunately, this can alter how clothing fits and possibly interfere with your self-confidence or how you feel about your appearance. A mini tummy tuck for loose skin may be an option. This less extensive version of a tummy tuck can…
The nose is one of the most noticeable features of your entire face. Therefore, if you’re not happy with the size or shape of your nose, it can have a detrimental effect on your self-esteem. While rhinoplasty (often referred to as a “nose job”) is a common surgical option, rhinoplasty alternatives may also be effective. …
As you age, you will find that your skin will start to loosen on the face — causing an unfortunate sagging appearance that can impact your confidence, your personal relationships and your professional endeavors. At Schaffer Plastic Surgery, we recognize the toll that skin loosening on the face can take on your life, which is…
Enhancing the breasts doesn’t always have to involve breast implants. Fat transfer breast augmentation involves using liposuctioned fat from other areas of your body to enhance the fullness, shape, or size of your breasts and the results can be profound. This procedure works well for individuals who are looking for small breast size increases and…
