Some of the major procedures in plastic surgery to enhance breast appearance include breast augmentation, breast lift, and breast reduction surgery. Several nuances exist in each procedure, and it is important for a patient to know the differences in order to make the right decision. Patients are typically uncertain about whether to opt for breast implants or breast lift surgery.
Sometimes it is more effective to combine both breast implants and breast lift in order to meet the unique aesthetic goals of a patient more closely. Dr. Sundin is an experienced plastic surgeon providing a wide range of procedures for the breast, body, and face.
 

Larger-sized Breasts

The procedure that is specifically designed to increase breast size is breast augmentation. It is one of the most popular procedures in the US today. However, many times, the patients will ask if insertion of breast implants may also help to improve the position of the breasts and make them less saggy. An experienced plastic surgeon will inform the patients about the marginal benefits that breast augmentation may provide in terms of lifting the breasts, but primarily the goal of the procedure is only to increase the breast size.
Breast implant surgery will be recommended when the nipples and areolas are positioned near the breast center and not pointing downwards. If the breasts show some amount of skin beneath the areolas when looking straight on, it means the breasts are not very droopy. In such a case, marginal improvement in lifting of breasts may be achieved with implant surgery. Dr. Sundin will assess various factors closely before suggesting the most appropriate treatment approach to his patients in Northern Virginia, Richmond and nearby locations.
 

Raised Position of Breasts

A breast lift surgery may be recommended in the following cases:

• Patient is dissatisfied with the appearance of heavily sagging breasts.
• Nipples are downward pointing.
• Skin underneath the nipples is not visible when looking at the breasts straight on.
• Patient is unhappy with the oversized areolas.
• Patient is not agreeable to the idea of increasing the breast size any further.

Breast Augmentation with Lift

Breast augmentation with breast lift may be performed in certain cases. The following conditions may be present when the surgeon recommends a combined surgery:

• Severely sagging breasts.
• Patient wants to achieve larger sized breasts along with firmer and lifted breasts.
• Patient wants to increase breast size along with ensuring better projection and roundness of the breast mound.

When breast lift surgery is performed alone, it will not be possible to achieve fullness in the upper aspect of the breasts. Breast augmentation in conjunction with breast lift is required when the patient expresses the desire to achieve upper aspect fullness along with firmer and raised breasts. The surgeon will prepare a treatment plan after considering the unique aesthetic needs of a patient.
For more information on the surgical and non-surgical procedures and treatments by Board Certified Cosmetic Plastic Surgeons Dr. Reps Sundin and Dr. Burton Sundin please visit

• www.drsundin.com
• www.m-body.com

Serving Northern Virginia, Washington DC, Vienna, McLean, Fairfax, Loudoun County, Ashburn, Tysons Corner, Reston, Arlington, Fredricksburg, Chevy Chase, Potomac, Maryland Richmond, VA and surrounding communities.

MBody is a leading practice for state of the art plastic surgery as well as non-surgical aesthetic procedures. Personalized care and attention is provided to every patient at MBody. Every procedure is either performed or guided by board certified plastic surgeons Dr. Reps Sundin and Dr. Burton Sundin.
MBody provides cutting edge procedures for the breast, body and face to patients in Northern Virginia, Washington DC, Vienna, McLean, Loudoun, Ashburn, Tysons Corner, Reston, Arlington, Chevy Chase, Richmond, Fredricksburg, and surrounding locations.
 

Choosing a Surgeon

Prior to deciding about the surgeon, a patient should update their knowledge and understanding of what kind of surgeon may be more appropriate for them. If the patient wants to undergo a plastic surgery procedure, a general surgeon may not be the best choice. The patient should check whether the surgeon has received specific residency training in plastic surgery, which makes them a qualified plastic surgeon.
Even while choosing among plastic surgeons, a discerning choice must be made in order to have the procedure performed by the best authority in the field. The patient should check whether the plastic surgeon is board certified, and by which medical board. Among various medical boards in the US, the most prestigious and authoritative is the American Board of Plastic Surgery (ABPS).
Both plastic surgeons at MBody are board certified by the ABPS. They receive patients from Northern Virginia, Washington DC, Vienna, McLean, Loudoun, Ashburn, Tysons Corner, Reston, Arlington, Chevy Chase, Richmond, Fredricksburg, and nearby areas.
 

Value of ABPS Board Certification

When a patient selects a surgeon with board certification from the ABPS, it will increase their chances of obtaining the highest quality plastic surgery treatment and very safe and desirable aesthetic outcomes. The ABPS is a member board of the American Board of Medical Specialties. It has highly stringent membership requirements.
A board certified plastic surgeon from the ABPS will have passed the tough standards of selection, and patients can feel assured that they are in the best hands. The surgeon would have proven and established expertise in both facial and body procedures. A board certified plastic surgeon would have completed at least five years of surgical training from a medical school, including minimum two years in a dedicated plastic surgery residency program.
 

ASPS Member Surgeons

Extensive training in plastic surgery encompasses surgical procedures of the face and the complete body. Both Dr. Reps Sundin and Dr. Burton Sundin are also members of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS). ASPS member surgeons in the US are required to meet rigorous standards. They should have completed a minimum of six years of surgical training with at least three years of residency training in plastic surgery.
They would have to clear comprehensive oral and written exams, and would be required to complete continuing medical education, including patient safety every year. They would perform surgeries in accredited, state licensed surgical facilities only, and would abide by a strict Code of Ethics. These rigorous standards ensure that the patients can receive best treatment from ABPS certified and ASPS member surgeons.
For more information on the surgical and non-surgical procedures and treatments by Board Certified Cosmetic Plastic Surgeons Dr. Reps Sundin and Dr. Burton Sundin please visit

• www.drsundin.com
• www.m-body.com

Serving Northern Virginia, Washington DC, Vienna, McLean, Fairfax, Loudoun County, Ashburn, Tysons Corner, Reston, Arlington, Fredricksburg, Chevy Chase, Potomac, Maryland Richmond, VA and surrounding communities.

Mommy makeover is a major plastic surgery procedure involving a combination of different surgical and non-surgical procedures. Recovery time from mommy makeover will depend on the number and type of procedures to be performed. The advantage with a combined procedure is that the patient has to go through recovery only once for multiple surgeries.
An experienced plastic surgeon will choose an optimal combination of procedures to minimize recovery time in a mommy makeover and produce desirable outcomes. MBody provides mommy makeover to patients in Northern Virginia, Washington DC, Vienna, McLean, Loudoun, Ashburn, Tysons Corner, Reston, Arlington, Chevy Chase, Richmond, Fredricksburg, and surrounding locations.
 

Recovery Process

The patient should plan to take time off from work for about two weeks following mommy makeover plastic surgery. Mothers of young children may need to arrange for childcare during this period. On the day of the surgery, the patient will need someone to drive her back home. Mild swelling and discomfort will be experienced in the incision sites.
In most cases, the irritation and inflammation will be relieved by the end of the first week. The surgeon will provide pain medications to keep the patient comfortable in the first few days. While she should take adequate rest in the first week, she should also do light walking around the home several times a day. This will stimulate blood circulation and support healing.
Drains and sutures may be removed around the end of the first week. Additional post-operative appointments may be scheduled at this time. Even after the patient has resumed her normal routine in about two weeks, she should continue to avoid heavy lifting and vigorous exercises for at least two more weeks.
Swelling will subside gradually over several weeks and months as the body settles into its new, youthful shape. Board certified plastic surgeons at MBody receive patients from Northern Virginia, Washington DC, Vienna, McLean, Loudoun, Ashburn, Tysons Corner, Reston, Arlington, Chevy Chase, Richmond, Fredricksburg, and nearby areas for mommy makeover surgery.
 

Faster Healing

To expedite healing, the patient can take several steps during recovery. The surgeon may instruct her to wear a bandage or compression garment over the treatment area for some time. It can help to mitigate swelling and allow easier healing of the skin. Certain medications, including blood thinners and vitamin E, will have to be avoided during recovery.
If the patient is a smoker, she will have to completely stop smoking during the recovery phase. Smoking restricts blood flow, and slows down the recovery. Risk of complications is higher for smokers and scarring can be more pronounced. Therefore, it is essential to stop smoking at least two week before and after the surgery.
The patient should eat a healthy diet full of lean protein, whole grains, veggies and fruits, and low fat dairy products. Such diet will stimulate healing, and long term healthy eating habits will enable the patient to maintain the results of her mommy makeover. Mild emotional side effects may occur for a few weeks after a mommy makeover, and a positive frame of mind should be maintained.
For more information on the surgical and non-surgical procedures and treatments by Board Certified Cosmetic Plastic Surgeons Dr. Reps Sundin and Dr. Burton Sundin please visit

• www.drsundin.com
• www.m-body.com

Serving Northern Virginia, Washington DC, Vienna, McLean, Fairfax, Loudoun County, Ashburn, Tysons Corner, Reston, Arlington, Fredricksburg, Chevy Chase, Potomac, Maryland Richmond, VA and surrounding communities.

Accumulation of excess fat deposits below the chin is a common occurrence, which can give an unsightly appearance of a double chin, or even triple chin. Both men and women can be affected with this condition, which can be corrected with liposuction plastic surgery or through a unique non-surgical injectable procedure called Kybella.
A treatment provider who may offer both liposuction and Kybella will educate the patient about the pros and cons of both, and help the patient make an informed choice. Board certified plastic surgeons at MBody provide these treatments to patients in Northern Virginia, Washington DC, Vienna, McLean, Loudoun, Ashburn, Tysons Corner, Reston, Arlington, Chevy Chase, Richmond, Fredricksburg, and surrounding locations.
 

Suitable Candidates

An individual who is agreeable to the idea of undergoing an invasive surgery to achieve substantial chin fat reduction and a dramatic improvement to the chin contours may choose liposuction plastic surgery. The candidate should be fit to receive anesthesia, willing to accept the downtime and standard risks associated with any surgery, and prepared to afford the costs. The candidate should also be ready to go through the downtime involved, and follow the recovery instructions diligently.
Kybella injectable procedure, on the other hand, is more suited for candidates who are either unable or unwilling to receive an elective surgery such as liposuction. If the candidate’s first preference is a procedure with minimal risk, low costs, very little downtime and discomfort, and no requirement of general anesthesia, they should choose the FDA approved Kybella injections.
 

Procedure

Liposuction should only be performed by a qualified and experienced plastic surgery, who should preferably be board certified. Several liposuction techniques are used today to remove chin fat in a less invasive manner. The surgeon may sometimes combine it with heat based technologies such as laser, ultrasound or radio frequency to achieve better effects.
Tumescent liposuction technique is most widely used today, which only involves local anesthesia. Incisions will be relatively smaller with this technique and the patient will recover faster. However, some amount of scarring is unavoidable with chin liposuction. A skilled surgeon will ensure that the scars remain discreet.
Kybella injectable procedure, on the hand, is entirely non-surgical and involves no cuts or incisions. Multiple injection treatment sessions will be required for Kybella, with each session lasting for about 20 minutes. The treatment provider will deliver the Kybella medication through several small injections during each treatment session.
MBody receives patients from Northern Virginia, Washington DC, Vienna, McLean, Loudoun, Ashburn, Tysons Corner, Reston, Arlington, Chevy Chase, Richmond, Fredricksburg, and nearby areas for Kybella.
 

Versatility

Kybella treatment has received the FDA’s approval only for the fat reduction in the submental area. Therefore, if the patient needs fat reduction in other areas of the body, they may have to consider other procedures.
Liposuction, on the other hand, is a more versatile procedure and can be used to reduce fat pockets in multiple areas at the same time. If the patient needs treatment in multiple areas for more even looking outcomes, they should discuss their best options with the plastic surgeon.
 
For more information on the surgical and non-surgical procedures and treatments by Board Certified Cosmetic Plastic Surgeons Dr. Reps Sundin and Dr. Burton Sundin please visit

• www.drsundin.com
• www.m-body.com

Serving Northern Virginia, Washington DC, Vienna, McLean, Fairfax, Loudoun County, Ashburn, Tysons Corner, Reston, Arlington, Fredricksburg, Chevy Chase, Potomac, Maryland Richmond, VA and surrounding communities.

Rhinoplasty ranks among the top five most popular plastic surgery procedures in the US. While the surgery can be performed in less than two hours in the operating room, it will take some time to recover and see the final results. Patients should note that recovery is an important part of the treatment process and must not be taken lightly.
MBody is a premier practice led by board certified plastic surgeons providing rhinoplasty and various other procedures. The practice receives patients from Northern Virginia, Washington DC, Vienna, McLean, Loudoun, Ashburn, Tysons Corner, Reston, Arlington, Chevy Chase, Richmond, Fredricksburg, and surrounding locations.
 

Recovery Planning

Some advance planning prior to the recovery stage can ensure more comfort for the patient, and they can focus completely on their recovery. Patient should take the following steps in advance for a quicker and easier recovery after rhinoplasty plastic surgery:

• Arrange for a friend or family member to drive the patient home after the procedure.
• If the patient has little kids, arrange for help for a few days or have someone to assist the patient at home.
• Working individuals should apply for at least one week off from work and another week with restricted movements.
• Keep a supply of cold compresses at home to minimize post-operative swelling.
• Any important household tasks or work responsibilities should preferably be completed before the surgery.

Instructions for Recovery

It is important that the patient should follow the post-op instructions of the plastic surgeon as diligently as possible. This will help to ensure a safer and faster recovery. Pain and discomfort during recovery can be cut down with the following measures:

• Stay hydrated and drink plenty of fluids through the day
• Use cold compresses several times a day to reduce swelling
• Take adequate rest during the first week, but perform short walks and light activities at home
• Refrain from lifting heavy weights or doing any strenuous activities for at least two weeks
• If any abnormal symptoms such as fever, pus in the wounds, severe pain in the incision area or excessive swelling are noticed, contact the surgeon immediately

First Week after Surgery

Bruising, swelling, headaches and nosebleeds may occur in the first two to three days. The surgeon will prescribe pain relievers for the first week. The first day after surgery, the patient should rest with the head in an elevated position. Blowing the nose should be avoided for the first two to three days.
MBody receives patients from Northern Virginia, Washington DC, Vienna, McLean, Loudoun, Ashburn, Tysons Corner, Reston, Arlington, Chevy Chase, Richmond, Fredricksburg, and nearby areas for rhinoplasty.
 

New Few Weeks

After the first week, the first follow-up appointment will take place to monitor healing and to remove the nasal packing and sutures. Bruising will disappear by the second week, and swelling will begin to subside. Patients can usually return to work in the second week. Vigorous exercises should be avoided for at least two to four weeks to allow for complete healing.
 
For more information on the surgical and non-surgical procedures and treatments by Board Certified Cosmetic Plastic Surgeons Dr. Reps Sundin and Dr. Burton Sundin please visit

• www.drsundin.com
• www.m-body.com

Serving Northern Virginia, Washington DC, Vienna, McLean, Fairfax, Loudoun County, Ashburn, Tysons Corner, Reston, Arlington, Fredricksburg, Chevy Chase, Potomac, Maryland Richmond, VA and surrounding communities.