Medically known as a dorsocervical fat pad, a buffalo hump is a fat deposit located at the base of the neck, between the shoulder blades. There are several potential reasons someone may develop a buffalo hump including certain medications, excess weight gain, underlying medical issues, or poor posture and osteoporosis. […]
Learn more about the basics of BBLs and BBL reduction liposuction below. What is a BBL (Brazilian Butt Lift)? A Brazilian butt lift is a fat transfer procedure that is supposed to increase the size and improve the shape of the buttocks without the use of implants. A surgeon […]
Thighs and hips are one of the most commonly requested areas for liposuction treatment since they can be a source of insecurity for many – especially for those that are genetically predisposed to carry more weight in the thighs and hips. This can make it a very difficult area to […]
In an age of contour-makeup filled selfies, and celebrities such as Chrissy Tiegan, openly admitting to having buccal fat removal surgery done, there has naturally been more and more interest in this type of procedure. The goal for most patients with buccal fat removal is to produce a defined and […]
With summer quickly approaching, it is about that time of year when many will start to feel the pressure of achieving their ideal summer body before they head out to lounge by the pool or travel for a beach vacation. When it comes to losing weight and/or building muscle, diet […]
It’s a question we hear often, especially on social media. The ageing process affects everyone differently. For some patients, growing older can mean that you’re no longer a good candidate for liposuction due to things like skin laxity or other health conditions. However, the number of candles on your birthday […]
1. The best candidates have specific pockets of fat Liposuction of the thighs can be done on the inner thighs, outer thighs, or both. Your body may be predisposed to storing fat in a specific area – this is what gives some women “saddlebags” on the outer thighs or “chub […]
Myth #1: You don’t need to diet and exercise. As long as you have enough money, you can buy the body you want with lipo. Fact: Liposuction is not a replacement for diet and exercise. You can’t walk into the operating room 100lbs overweight and walk out looking like a […]
Your surgeon and their staff will explain to you what you should expect after liposuction surgery, but there are some common misconceptions around what to expect. Liposuction is a surgical procedure, and like any surgical procedure it requires time for healing before you’re back to 100%. Here are the ten […]
A consultation with your surgeon is an opportunity to get your questions answered. But what questions should you ask? We’ve put together a list of 10 potential questions you should know the answers to before proceeding with surgery. 1. Am I a good candidate for liposuction? Since this is the […]
