Mommy Makeover Category
What Is a Mommy Makeover, and What Can It Do for You?
Posted June 15, 20226 Minute Read: While motherhood is easily one of the most important and beautiful things a woman can experience, the toll that childbearing has on a woman’s body can be drastic. Everything from pregnancy to childbirth to breastfeeding can wreak havoc on the body, altering it in ways that can make many women feel self-conscious […]
How Will Pregnancy Negatively Affect Your Abs?
Posted November 6, 2019While women understand that their body changes significantly during pregnancy, not every woman recognizes what causes weight gain and loose skin during and after their pregnancy. Pregnancy will affect nearly every region of the body; however, none will be affected as much as the abdomen. Your abs withstand the bulk of pregnancy trauma. Many women […]
Which Mommy Makeover Procedures Do I Need?
Posted August 15, 2016After pregnancy and breastfeeding, it is common for women to have deflated breasts, sagging breasts, stretch marks on the lower half of the tummy, weak abdominal muscles, excess tummy skin, and/or stubborn fat deposits. To combat these unwanted changes brought about during the process of becoming a mother, Dr. Robert Spies offers the Mommy […]
Is a Mommy Makeover Worth It?
Posted January 12, 2016While some women may be able t lose all their baby weight after having children, many women end up with a body that is drastically different from their pre-baby condition. Your hips may be wider, your previously perky and full breasts may be deflated and saggy, and your formerly tight tummy may be weak and […]
Abdominoplasty or Liposuction?
Posted August 20, 2013Weight fluctuations can be frustrating and hard on the body. Although having tried natural means of weight loss, such as diet and exercise, you may find that there are stubborn trouble areas. For many patients, this is when they choose to visit my office to learn more about body contouring procedures. The most commonly discussed […]
Tummy Tuck Belts Cannot Remove Excess Skin
Posted June 10, 2013An infomercial recently appeared on television marketing a tummy tuck belt. In a matter of minutes with no downtime required, this product can supposedly reduce the amount of fat around the midsection and leave individuals with a flat stomach and toned abdominals. How the Belt Supposedly Works Using the tummy tuck belt only requires four […]
Breast Augmentation Cost Considerations
Posted May 24, 2013Breast augmentation surgery is among the most popular of plastic surgery procedures. Increased breast volume and a more attractive shape are favorable results that lead many women to desire this procedure. As expected, most women are curious about what their breast augmentation procedure will cost. Like any form of plastic surgery, there are a variety […]
Which Breast Implant Shape Will Help Me Achieve the Best Look?
Posted May 3, 2013Undergoing a breast augmentation procedure can be a very rewarding experience. After deciding what type of breast implant is most suited for you, the shape of your implants should be considered as well. There are two main shapes for implants: round and teardrop. Factors such as body type, amount of breast tissue, and the placement […]
What are Gummy Bear Implants?
Posted April 30, 2013Recently, gummy bear implants have been FDA-approved and are gaining popularity in the world of plastic surgery. As these implants become more prevalent, it is best to know what advantages they have over other types of implants. What are they made of? Contrary to what their name suggests, gummy bear implants are not made of […]
Does Losing Weight Cause Wrinkles?
Posted January 17, 2013After losing weight, people become healthier and have a renewed sense of confidence. However, many individuals are often left with wrinkled skin that causes them to be embarrassed and self-conscious about their appearance. These wrinkles can eventually become saggy and create folds on different parts of the body. Causes of Wrinkles There are many factors […]
