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What Is VASER® Lipo: Reshaping the Way Liposuction Is Performed

Liposuction has long been a sought-after solution for slimming the midsection by removing stubborn fat and flab. But, over the years, advances in technology, knowledge, and technique have improved how liposuction is performed. Today, this go-to body treatment has never been safer or more precise, thanks to an innovative approach called VASER liposuction. To help …

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Liposuction vs Tummy Tuck: 3 Questions To Determine Which Is Best for You (Updated 2025)

If your midsection is a problem area for you, you might be considering a tummy tuck (abdominoplasty) or liposuction. Both of these procedures can give you a slimmer waist and abdomen, but how and under what circumstances they're performed are very different. Before you choose between liposuction vs tummy tuck to improve your midsection, here …

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What Does a Mommy Makeover Consist Of? (Updated 2024)

A mommy makeover typically includes abdominoplasty, liposuction, and breast enhancement such as implants or a breast lift---but it’s not limited to these procedures. The beauty of a mommy makeover is that each surgery enhances the result of the others, and you can customize it to your overall aesthetic goals. If you also want to address …

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Can You Get Pregnant After a Tummy Tuck? What You Need to Know

When it comes to removing loose, saggy skin and creating a firm, flat midsection, the ultimate solution is often a tummy tuck. It’s no surprise that many women begin considering the procedure after the significant body changes of pregnancy. However, many women with new families ask the same question: Can you get pregnant after a …

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What Is Diastasis Recti? Can a Tummy Tuck Solve It?

People turn to tummy tuck surgery to tone and contour their midsections by tightening loose skin and removing excess fat. However, many of these people aren’t aware that their permanent “belly pooch” could actually be a sign of something more: diastasis recti. At my cosmetic plastic surgery practice, tummy tuck candidates come from Modesto, Pleasanton, …

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