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Tummy tuck surgery—also known as abdominoplasty—can be a great cosmetic option for many women and men desiring to get rid of lax, excess skin and/or repair stretched musculature in the abdominal region following a significant decrease in weight. As with the majority of aesthetic procedures, the total cost ...

Following pregnancy, a cosmetic concern numerous women experience is a noticeable bulge—or “pooch”—in the mid to lower abdominal region that remains unaffected by a nutritious diet and regular exercise routine. In severe cases, this bulge may even stick out to the point that new mothers feel they still ...

Stretch marks are a common aesthetic concern that manifests when the skin expands to compensate for rapid weight gain. When this increase in weight occurs, collagen fibers in the dermis are stretched and disrupted to the point that they become visible through the outer layer of skin (epidermis). ...

We are happy to announce that our Reno plastic surgeon—Dr. Tiffany McCormack—is featured in the 2016 Fall-Winter issue of NewBeauty® magazine! In an article titled, “Unlock the Beauty Within,” Dr. McCormack reveals a bit about herself both inside and outside the office. Be sure to pick up a ...

Over time, it is not uncommon for many males to begin noticing a buildup of excess fat in various areas of the body, including the chest, stomach, hips, neck, and even below the chin. In spite of numerous efforts to eat a nutritious and balanced diet as well ...

For many people, fat never tends to accumulate in just one area of the body. Some of the most common regions in which fat buildups become apparent include the abdomen, hips, back, buttocks, knees, thighs, arms, neck, and chin. Luckily, some form of liposuction can often be an ...

You’re probably aware that liposuction can often be a great option for eliminating pockets of fat on the body that prove to be immune to diet and exercise. But how long do the results last? Are they permanent, or does the fatty tissue eventually return? The answer to ...

There is no shortage of information on the Internet claiming that specific exercises can help women improve the shape, size, and position of their breasts without having to undergo a surgical procedure. Unfortunately, a great number of these assertions are unsupported. While it’s certainly true that particular exercises ...

Postoperative scarring is a major concern for many people considering a cosmetic procedure, and breast lift surgery (mastopexy) is no exception. Unfortunately, as with any type of treatment that involves incisions, some extent of scarring is an unavoidable side effect of mastopexy. That being said, great care and ...

For many women seeking to enhance the appearance of their breasts via breast lift surgery (mastopexy), deciding whether or not to also receive implants can be a tough choice to make. When patients ask me if they can still attain a good mastopexy result without breast implants, my ...