Scars are inevitable. Our goals as plastic surgeons are to deliver you the best results possible with the most inconspicuous scars.  We take great care in planning your procedure to hide the scars whenever possible and to make sure that any visible scar appears as a thin, flat line.  As a patient, there are several steps you can take to make sure you get the best scars possible after your procedure.

Caring for Fresh Wounds to Reduce Scarring

Properly caring for a wound can help to reduce visible scarring.

There are many factors to consider when deciding to undergo breast augmentation. Many patients who visit our office want to know what the recovery will be like. We frequently hear questions regarding time off from work, swelling and scarring. While the specifics of breast augmentation recovery vary from patient to patient, most patients can expect a predictable recovery process.

CoolSculpting™ is a relatively new procedure that can help men and women get rid of stubborn areas of fat. Approved by the FDA in 2010, more than 2 million patients have since received CoolSculpting™. This innovative, non-invasive procedure uses extreme cold to target fat cells while leaving surrounding tissue unharmed.

Are you unhappy with the appearance of your skin? If so, a chemical peel might be right for you. During this procedure, a solution is applied to the face to remove dead skin cells and promote the growth of new skin cells. More than 1.2 million patients received chemical peels in 2014.

There are numerous factors to consider when thinking about breast augmentation. At Finesse Plastic Surgery, we strongly believe that well-informed women are best prepared to make the highly personal decision to undergo breast augmentation. If you are thinking about breast augmentation, taking time to learn about the different types of breast implants can help you to achieve the best possible results.

Breast implant manufacturer Natrelle® recently introduced a new product to the market. The INSPIRA™ line of breast implants was approved by the FDA earlier this year. Women interested in breast augmentation, reconstruction or revision now have more options from which to choose when it comes to implants.

It is always best to be at your ideal weight, a weight that you can also maintain, before undergoing any type of body contouring surgery. This includes Mommy Makeover. If you undergo a procedure to remove excess skin, losing more weight afterwards will result in more excess skin. This may require an additional procedure to achieve your desired appearance.