Cesarean sections, commonly called C-sections, currently make up 21% of all US births. C-sections are performed for many reasons and are responsible for saving the lives of countless mothers and babies, but they require recovery time and, since they involve the same area of the body, women often wonder how long it will be before […]
One of the most tell-tale signs of aging and weight fluctuations are “bat wings”— extra skin and fat that hangs off the upper arms. Bat wings can affect women and men of all shapes and sizes, but can’t be corrected with exercise and diet alone. While the most effective way to get rid of them […]
If you’ve achieved significant weight loss with the help of semaglutide or tirzepatide, congratulations! Losing weight is a monumental achievement that can greatly improve your health and quality of life. However, many patients find that they are left with excess, sagging skin that conceals their hard-earned transformation. Last month, we discussed how facelifts can treat […]
Thinking about a tummy tuck? Dr. Claytor, your trusted guide in aesthetic enhancements, is here to spill the tea on what you need to know! In this Q&A, we’ll dig into the details of the tummy tuck procedure. Read on for a wealth of information that can guide you toward achieving the silhouette you desire…Your […]
Looking for a tummy tuck with a streamlined recovery, natural-looking results, and fewer complications? You are wise to learn about the drain-free tummy tuck, a specialized procedure that achieves gorgeous results while also eliminating the need for post-operative drains. As an expert in this technique, Philadelphia plastic surgeon Dr. Brannon Claytor has exclusively performed drain-free […]
No amount of exercise and no diet can eliminate excess skin, which can pose a hygiene issue, feel uncomfortable when exercising, and obscure the results of your weight loss. After you’ve reached a weight you find satisfactory, tummy tuck and body lift are both excellent options to deal with this problem, popular among men and […]
The tummy tuck is a transformative procedure, as we described in our previous blog “Tummy Tuck: A Procedure More Powerful Than Its Name Implies.” In this blog, we want to cover some advice to follow as you search for a surgeon, schedule your procedure, and recover at home. All of these steps will help to […]
“Nips and tucks” are supposed to just be little tweaks to your appearance—but there’s nothing little about a tummy tuck (the layman’s term for abdominoplasty). This procedure may have a cute name, but it plays a powerful role in body contouring, shaping an hourglass figure or sculpting a firm, trim abdomen. For those who undergo […]
Breakups are hard, but they can also pave the way to a better version of ourselves. When the breakup we’re speaking of involves bidding farewell to a cosmetic problem, there are only blue skies ahead. In our Bryn Mawr office, we help people feel like their best selves by tailoring cosmetic treatments to their needs. […]
Modern society has a way of placing a youthful appearance and attractive physique on a proverbial pedestal. The standards of appearance are something that we try to both live by and resist. For those in a competitive field or with a high standard of personal excellence, this can be particularly challenging. When appearance conflicts with […]
