Doctor Bivik Shah, MD Plastic Surgeon in Columbus, Ohio 43213 » Breast Reduction: Info, Prices, Photos, Reviews, Q&A

Name: Bivik Shah, MD
Last name: Shah
Gender: male
Began aesthetic medicine in: 2000
Years experience: 23
Primary Specialty: Plastic Surgeon
Business: Columbus Institute of Plastic Surgery
Address: 6499 E Broad St
Address suite: Suite 130
Phone: +1 614-626-9164
City: Columbus
State: Ohio
Zip Code: 43213
Country: US
Statement: We will care for you in an immaculate, pristine environment. You will see our authenticity in everything we do for you. You are genuinely our only focus of care. You are in the hands of the most experienced, well trained, and artistic surgeons.
Consulting Fees: 75$
Has Sponsored Offer : No

Special Offers:

Offer #1: Galderma Offer
Special Offer Treatments: All treatments
End Time: 12/31/2023
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Clinical Privileges:

Dublin Methodist, St. Ann’s, Mt. Carmel East and West Hospital

Education:

Undergraduate: Electrical Engineering, University of Michigan
Medical: MD, The Ohio State University

Postdoc Training:

Internship: General Surgery, The Ohio State University
Residencies:
Plastic Surgery, The Ohio State University
General Surgery, The Ohio State University

Bivik Shah, MD

Member of:

American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS)
American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS)

Board Certification:

Bivik Rajnikant Shah (ABMSUID -658711)

Viewed: 7/29/2008

Day of birth: 11/18/1967

Status: Alive

Certification:
American Board of Plastic Surgery

Plastic Surgery – General

Status: Certified
Active Time-Limited Initial Certification: 9/8/2001 – 12/31/2011

Education: 1994 MD (Doctor of Medicine)

Location: 6499 E Broad St Ste 130Columbus, OH 43213-6506 (United States)

GPS coordinates on map: 39.9801685,-82.8296444

Primary location:

Location name: Columbus
State: OH
Country: US
Map point: 39.9622,-83.0007019

Treatments:

African American Rhinoplasty
AlloDerm
Arm Lift
Asclera
Asian Rhinoplasty
Bellafill
Belotero
Body Lift
Botox
Brazilian Butt Lift
Brazilian Butt Lift Revision
Breast Augmentation
Breast Fat Transfer
Breast Implant Removal
Breast Implant Revision
Breast Implants
Breast Lift
Breast Lift with Implants
Breast Reconstruction
Breast Reduction
BroadBand Light (BBL)
Brow Lift
Butt Augmentation
Butt Implants
Butt Lift
Calf Implant
Cheek Lift
Chemical Peel
Chin Implant
Chin Liposuction
Dermabrasion
Double Eyelid Surgery
Dysport
Ear Surgery
Earlobe Repair
Eyelid Surgery
Facelift
Facelift Revision
Facial
Facial Fat Transfer
Fractional Laser
Fraxel Laser
Fraxel Repair
Glycolic Peel
Gynecomastia Surgery
Hyaluronidase
IPL
Juvederm
Kybella
Labiaplasty
Laser Hair Removal
Laser Liposuction
Laser Peel
Laser Resurfacing
Latisse
Lip Fillers
Lip Implants
Lip Lift
Lip Reduction
Lip Surgery
Lipoma Removal
Liposuction
Liposuction Revision
Lower Facelift
MACS Facelift
Male Tummy Tuck
Mentor Breast Implants
Microdermabrasion
Microneedling
Mini Facelift
Mini Tummy Tuck
Mommy Makeover
Neck Lift
Nipple Reduction
Nipple Surgery
Nonsurgical Facelift
Nonsurgical Nose Job
Panniculectomy
Pec Implants
Phenol Peel
ProFractional Laser
QuickLift
Radiesse
Restylane
Restylane Lyft
Restylane Silk
Retin-A
Revision Rhinoplasty
RHA Collection Fillers
Rhinoplasty
Scar Removal
Sclerotherapy
Sculptra
Septoplasty
Skin Rejuvenation
Smart Lipo
SMAS Facelift
Tattoo Removal
TCA Peel
Thigh Lift
Tumescent Liposuction
Tummy Tuck
Tummy Tuck Revision
Voluma

RealSelf Info

Awards:

Professional Recognition:
Teaching and courses sub-committee, American Society of Plastic Surgeons
Teaching and Courses Sub-Committee, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons
Presentation of Paper, “Invivo Analysis of Silicone Breast Implants using a Stand-Up MRI,” American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons National Meeting, 2013
Published papers about Plastic Surgery

Rating: 3.7
Profile views: 37679
Answer count: 256
Review count: 48
1 star count: 7
2 star count: 2
3 star count: 2
4 star count: 1
5 star count: 13
Total star count: 25
Star rating: 2.8563307557849
Anonymous votes: 5
Offer count: 1
Profile created: Aug 12, 2008
Profile modified: Apr 1, 2023
Profile promotion: No
Profile inactive: No
Premier status: Free
Tier: Pro
RealCare Promise: No
Directory link: Board Certified Plastic Surgeon
RealSelf’s PRO: No
Doctor Designation Start Time: Aug 3, 2016
Doctor Designation End Time: Jan 1, 2033

Locations

Columbus, OH, US. GPS coordinates: 39.9622,-83.0007019

Latest ratings of treatments

Breast Augmentation (Aug 2020) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 5/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
Butt Implants (Sep 2023) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 5/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
Liposuction (Sep 2023) – Overall rating: 1/5
Breast Augmentation (May 2010) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 5/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
Rhinoplasty (Jun 2019) – Overall rating: 2/5
Breast Augmentation (Apr 2018) – Overall rating: 5/5
Breast Implants (May 2017) – Overall rating: 2/5
Arm Lift (Oct 2018) – Overall rating: 5/5
Breast Augmentation (Oct 2017) – Overall rating: 5/5
Tummy Tuck (Oct 2016) – Overall rating: 4/5 (Wait times: 4/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 4/5, Time spent with patient: 4/5, After care follow-up: 4/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 4/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
Tummy Tuck (Feb 2016) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 5/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
Brazilian Butt Lift (May 2014) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 5/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
Tummy Tuck (Aug 2014) – Overall rating: 4/5 (Wait times: 4/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 4/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 4/5, Payment process: 4/5, Time spent with patient: 4/5, After care follow-up: 4/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 4/5, Answered questions: 4/5)
Lip Lift (Sep 2023) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 5/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
Breast Reduction (Feb 2020) – Overall rating: 5/5
Mini Tummy Tuck (Feb 2023) – Overall rating: 1/5
Mini Tummy Tuck (Feb 2023) – Overall rating: 1/5
Mini Tummy Tuck (Feb 2023) – Overall rating: 1/5
Mini Tummy Tuck (Feb 2023) – Overall rating: 1/5
Breast Augmentation (Nov 2022) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 4/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 4/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
Breast Implants (Aug 2020) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 4/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 4/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
Rhinoplasty (Nov 2021) – Overall rating: 1/5
Rhinoplasty (Nov 2021) – Overall rating: 1/5
Rhinoplasty (Nov 2021) – Overall rating: 1/5
Rhinoplasty (Nov 2021) – Overall rating: 1/5
Breast Reduction (Feb 2023) – Overall rating: 2/5 (Wait times: 3/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 2/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 3/5, Time spent with patient: 1/5, After care follow-up: 3/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 3/5, Answered questions: 1/5)
Breast Augmentation (Dec 2022) – Overall rating: 1/5
Breast Augmentation (Nov 2022) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 4/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 4/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)

Latest Prices

Mentor Breast Implants Prices

$5571 – Feb 28, 2018 – Columbus, OH
$5571 – Feb 28, 2018 – Columbus, OH
$5571 – Feb 28, 2018 – Columbus, OH
$5571 – Feb 28, 2018 – Columbus, OH
$5571 – Feb 28, 2018 – Columbus, OH
$5571 – Feb 28, 2018 – Columbus, OH

Breast Augmentation Prices

$6200 – Aug 12, 2020
$6000 – May 10, 2010 – Columbus, OH
$5400 – Apr 4, 2018
$5600 – Oct 17, 2017
$6700 – Nov 22, 2022
$6700 – Nov 22, 2022
$6700 – Nov 22, 2022
$6700 – Nov 22, 2022
$6500 – Aug 1, 2020
$6200 – Aug 12, 2020
$6200 – Aug 12, 2020
$6200 – Aug 12, 2020
$5400 – Apr 4, 2018
$5400 – Apr 4, 2018
$5400 – Apr 4, 2018
$5400 – Apr 4, 2018
$5500 – Jun 29, 2016 – Columbus, OH
$5500 – Jun 29, 2016 – Columbus, OH
$5500 – Jan 4, 2017 – Columbus, OH
$5571 – Feb 28, 2018 – Columbus, OH
$6000 – May 10, 2010 – Columbus, OH
$6000 – May 10, 2010 – Columbus, OH
$5600 – Oct 17, 2017
$5600 – Oct 17, 2017
$5500 – Jan 4, 2017 – Columbus, OH
$5500 – Jun 29, 2016 – Columbus, OH
$5900 – Dec 2016 – Columbus, OH
$5500 – Jan 4, 2017 – Columbus, OH
$5500 – Jun 29, 2016 – Columbus, OH
$5500 – Jun 29, 2016 – Columbus, OH
$7000 – Aug 2015 – Ohio
$5900 – Feb 2013 – Columbus, OH

Butt Implants Prices

$5800 – Mar 3, 2014 – Columbus, OH
$12000 – Apr 14, 2019
$12000 – Apr 14, 2019
$12000 – Apr 14, 2019
$12000 – Apr 14, 2019
$12000 – Apr 14, 2019
$5800 – Mar 3, 2014 – Columbus, OH
$9400 – Feb 12, 2014 – Columbus, OH
$9400 – Feb 12, 2014 – Columbus, OH

Liposuction Prices

$13000 – Feb 17, 2022
$13000 – Feb 17, 2022
$13000 – Feb 17, 2022
$13000 – Feb 17, 2022
$13000 – Feb 17, 2022
$15000 – Aug 12, 2016 – Columbus, OH
$15000 – Aug 12, 2016 – Columbus, OH
$10700 – Aug 12, 2016 – Columbus, OH
$10700 – Aug 12, 2016 – Columbus, OH
$10700 – Aug 12, 2016 – Columbus, OH
$10700 – Aug 12, 2016 – Columbus, OH
$10700 – Aug 12, 2016 – Columbus, OH
$10700 – Aug 12, 2016 – Columbus, OH
$10700 – Aug 12, 2016 – Columbus, OH
$10700 – Aug 12, 2016 – Columbus, OH
$9200 – Apr 2015 – Columbus, OH
$6200 – Jul 26, 2013 – Columbus, OH
$6200 – Jul 26, 2013 – Columbus, OH
$9200 – May 2012 – Columbus, OH
$9200 – May 2012 – Columbus, OH
$9200 – May 2012 – Columbus, OH
$9200 – May 2012 – Columbus, OH
$9200 – May 2012 – Columbus, OH
$9200 – Apr 2012 – Columbus, OH
$9200 – Apr 2012 – Columbus, OH

Rhinoplasty Prices

$8500 – Jun 20, 2019
$10000 – Jul 1, 2014
$8500 – Jun 20, 2019
$8500 – Jun 20, 2019
$8500 – Jun 20, 2019
$10000 – Jul 1, 2014
$10000 – Dec 1, 2020
$10000 – Dec 1, 2020
$10000 – Dec 1, 2020

Breast Implants Prices

$6500 – Aug 1, 2020
$6500 – Aug 1, 2020
$6500 – Aug 1, 2020

Arm Lift Prices

$4700 – Oct 11, 2018
$4700 – Oct 11, 2018
$4700 – Oct 11, 2018

Tummy Tuck Prices

$6000 – Oct 25, 2016 – Columbus, OH
$5770 – Feb 23, 2016 – Columbus, OH
$6000 – Aug 27, 2014 – Columbus, OH
$6300 – Oct 29, 2019
$6100 – May 15, 2018
$6300 – Oct 29, 2019
$6300 – Oct 29, 2019
$6300 – Oct 29, 2019
$6100 – May 15, 2018
$8700 – Oct 2018 – Columbus, OH
$8705 – Nov 29, 2012 – Columbus, OH
$6100 – May 15, 2018
$5875 – Mar 1, 2017 – Columbus, OH
$5875 – Mar 1, 2017 – Reynoldsburg, OH
$5878 – Mar 1, 2017 – Columbus
$6000 – Oct 25, 2016 – Columbus, OH
$6000 – Oct 25, 2016 – Columbus, OH
$6000 – Oct 25, 2016 – Columbus, OH
$5770 – Feb 23, 2016 – Columbus, OH
$5770 – Feb 23, 2016 – Columbus, OH
$5770 – Feb 23, 2016 – Columbus, OH
$5500 – Apr 15, 2015 – Columbus, OH
$6000 – Aug 27, 2014 – Columbus, OH
$5500 – Apr 15, 2015 – Columbus, OH
$5700 – Sep 2, 2014 – Columbus, OH
$5500 – Apr 15, 2015 – Columbus, OH
$5500 – Apr 15, 2015 – Columbus
$8705 – Nov 29, 2012 – Columbus, OH
$5700 – Sep 2, 2014 – Columbus, OH
$5700 – Sep 2, 2014 – Columbus, OH
$5700 – Sep 2, 2014 – Columbus oh
$8705 – Nov 29, 2012 – Columbus, OH
$8700 – Feb 2013 – Columbus, OH
$8700 – Feb 2013 – Columbus, OH
$8700 – Feb 2013 – Columbus, OH
$8700 – Feb 2013 – Columbus, OH
$8700 – Feb 2013 – Columbus, OH
$8700 – Feb 2013 – Columbus, OH
$8700 – Feb 2013 – Columbus, OH
$8700 – Feb 2013 – Columbus, OH
$8705 – Nov 29, 2012 – Columbus, OH
$8705 – Nov 29, 2012 – Columbus, OH
$8705 – Nov 29, 2012 – Columbus, OH
$8705 – Nov 29, 2012 – Columbus, OH
$8705 – Nov 29, 2012 – Columbus, OH
$8705 – Nov 29, 2012 – Columbus, OH
$8705 – Nov 29, 2012 – Columbus, OH
$8705 – Nov 29, 2012 – Columbus, OH
$8705 – Nov 29, 2012 – Columbus, OH
$8705 – Nov 29, 2012 – Columbus, OH
$8705 – Nov 29, 2012 – Columbus, OH
$8705 – Nov 29, 2012 – Columbus, OH
$8705 – Nov 29, 2012 – Columbus, OH
$8705 – Nov 29, 2012 – Columbus, OH
$8705 – Nov 29, 2012 – Columbus, OH
$8705 – Nov 29, 2012 – Columbus, OH
$8705 – Nov 29, 2012 – Columbus, OH
$8705 – Nov 29, 2012 – Columbus, OH
$8705 – Nov 29, 2012 – Columbus, OH
$8705 – Nov 29, 2012 – Columbus, OH
$8705 – Nov 29, 2012 – Columbus, OH
$8705 – Nov 29, 2012 – Columbus, OH
$8705 – Nov 29, 2012 – Columbus, OH
$8705 – Nov 29, 2012 – Columbus, OH
$8705 – Nov 29, 2012 – Columbus, OH

Brazilian Butt Lift Prices

$8900 – May 20, 2014 – Columbus, OH
$10000 – Aug 2018 – Columbus, OH
$8995 – Feb 27, 2014 – Columbus, OH
$10000 – Jul 2016 – Columbus, OH
$8900 – May 20, 2014 – Columbus, OH
$8995 – Feb 27, 2014 – Columbus, OH
$8900 – May 20, 2014 – Columbus, OH
$8700 – May 20, 2014 – Columbus, OH
$8700 – May 20, 2014 – Columbus, OH
$8995 – Feb 27, 2014 – Columbus, OH
$8995 – Feb 27, 2014 – Columbus, OH

Lip Lift Prices

$2500 – Sep 2023 – Columbus, OH
$2500 – Feb 2022 – Columbus, OH
$2500 – Jan 2011 – Columbus, OH

Breast Reduction Prices

$7731 – Feb 25, 2020
$7731 – Feb 25, 2020
$7731 – Feb 25, 2020
$7731 – Feb 25, 2020

Eyelid Surgery Prices

$3500 – May 21, 2015 – Columbus, OH
$3500 – May 21, 2015 – Columbus, OH
$3500 – May 21, 2015 – Columbus, OH

Butt Implant Removal Prices

$9400 – Feb 12, 2014 – Columbus, OH

Other Prices

$6200 – Jul 26, 2013 – Columbus, OH

Mommy Makeover Prices

$13900 – Sep 30, 2014 – Columbus, OH
$14000 – Mar 16, 2016 – Columbus, OH
$14000 – Mar 16, 2016 – Columbus, OH
$13900 – Sep 30, 2014 – Columbus, OH
$13900 – Sep 30, 2014 – Columbus, OH
$13900 – Sep 30, 2014 – Columbus, OH
$13900 – Sep 30, 2014 – Columbus, OH
$13900 – Sep 30, 2014 – Columbus, OH

Mini Lift Prices

$11000 – Oct 31, 2018
$11000 – Oct 31, 2018
$11000 – Oct 31, 2018
$11000 – Oct 31, 2018

Gynecomastia Surgery Prices

$5849 – Nov 25, 2020
$5850 – Nov 25, 2020

Lower Facelift Prices

$11000 – Oct 31, 2018

Breast Lift with Implants Prices

$9200 – Jan 5, 2017 – Columbus, OH

African American Rhinoplasty Prices

$8500 – Sep 20, 2016 – Columbus, OH
$7200 – Jul 7, 2015 – Columbus, OH
$7200 – Jul 7, 2015 – Columbus, OH
$8500 – Sep 20, 2016 – Columbus, OH
$8500 – Sep 20, 2016 – Columbus oh
$10000 – Apr 20, 2016 – Dublin, OH
$10000 – Apr 20, 2016 – Dublin, OH
$10000 – Apr 20, 2016 – Dublin, OH
$10000 – Apr 20, 2016 – Dublin, OH
$7200 – Jul 7, 2015 – Columbus, OH

Butt Augmentation Prices

$9400 – Feb 12, 2014 – Columbus, OH

Facial Fat Transfer Prices

$8700 – May 20, 2014 – Columbus, OH
$8700 – May 20, 2014 – Columbus, OH
$8700 – May 20, 2014 – Columbus, OH

Practice Locations

Name & Website

Columbus Institute of Plastic Surgery, https://www.instituteplasticsurgery.com/

Address

6499 E. Broad St.Ste. 130, Columbus, Ohio, US, 43213 (GPS coordinates: 39.9801065,-82.829652)

Phone

+16143222500

Working Hours

Mon: 8:00am – 5:00pm
Tue: 8:00am – 5:00pm
Wed: 8:00am – 5:00pm
Thu: 8:00am – 5:00pm
Fri: 8:00am – 5:00pm

Created / Modified

Oct 31, 2016 / Apr 1, 2023

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Doctor's answers

Question

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32AA. 5ft 5in 120lbs. Want 400cc implants but PS is trying to talk me down. Want a second opinion. (phot

Getting the Plastic Surgery Result you WANT!
Dec 27, 2017

My recommendation is that the 400cc will fit fine and look great. Many plastic surgeons worry that going "too big" will increase your chances for rippling and sag quicker. I don't agree. We just don't have enough information about it to know for sure. That's why I think the most important part is getting the look you want! I have many, many patients with implants much larger than 400cc and have no sag or ripplings after years!Find the right surgeon that understands what you want!

Non-surgical Nose Job Procedures to Reduce Nose Size?

Non-surgical Rhinoplasty
May 3, 2016

Unfortunately, there is no way to make the nose smaller non-surgically.I would suggest talking with a plastic surgeon about any fears you may have about surgery for the nose. In general it is very safe, very successful, and the recovery is not bad at all.

Tip Rhinoplasty: What Is It?

Tip Rhinoplasty
May 3, 2016

Tip rhinoplasty is when you only work on the lower part of the nose (the part that is wider then the middle of your nose). Sometimes, that is the only part that people are unhappy with. They may want a better shaped tip narrower tip, cute little narrow tip, etcTo do that, it usually means making a tiny incision and improving the shape of your nose.Good luck!!

Can you undergo plastic surgery to reshape the cartilage of your nose without adding things or breaking

Tip Rhinoplasty
May 3, 2016

Yes, you can definitely have significant changes to your tip without "adding" stuff or breaking bones. Usually, for a bulbous tip, only stitches in a particular way are necessary. The most important part is going to an experienced rhinoplasty surgeon so that you can discuss all of the option you have.(don't be afraid of the bones and adding stuff - you will be very comfortable after surgery. Also, you may not need it anyway!)Good luck!!

Getting a breast reduction and I want to add lipo of the abdomen.

Breast reduction and adding procedures
May 3, 2016

Definitely do it!!Liposuction is a wonderful way to improve the shape of any area so that you look wonderful! Since you are already having surgery, you will get two procedures for one recovery - what a bargain!!

Almost 6 months after tummy tuck- shouldn't my results be better ?

Tummy tuck and results
May 3, 2016

I'm sorry that you are not happy with your results! It's always so frustrating in this situation.In general, I tell my patients that we are mean to ourselves!!! As soon as one part is fixed, we turn to another part that we don't like!With a tummy-tuck, if no liposuction was performed on the sides (love handles) then it is impossible for them to be different. So I would tell you that because your belly looks so much better, the love handles are more noticeable to you. Unfo...

Can abdominal surgery be done before you have lost all your weight? I am 5'2" at 225 lbs. Age 45.

Weight Loss Before your surgery
May 3, 2016

CONGRATULATIONS!!Yes, you can definitely have surgery before you have lost all of your weight. The most important part is to be at a weight that you can maintain. So, for example if you loose a lot of weight by extreme measures, have surgery and then gain some weight back - that will not look good! On the other hand, if you don't loose alll the weight yet, have surgery and then lose weight, you will look great!Good luck!

How much sooner will a wound heal with a wound vac instead of the wet to dry?

Wound Healing with a Wound VAC
May 3, 2016

In general, a wound of the size you are showing will take about 6 - 8 weeks to heal with a Wound VAC. It would take about 10 - 12 weeks with W - Dry dressing. Also, increasing protein intake, a balanced and high caloric intake,and no infection will speed things up considerably.

Is it safe to use epidural during tummy tuck, lipo, and BBL?

Tummy tuck and the type of anesthesia
May 3, 2016

Yes, epidural anesthesia can be very safe. As always, make sure you are with an experienced provider. Also keep in mind, that with any procedure, no matter how safe, there is always the small risk of complications.

Is it ok to get a Tummy Tuck, and lipo, if you have had an hernia repair surgery with a mesh pad placeme

Tummy tuck after Mesh Hernia repair
May 3, 2016

Yes! You can definitely get a tummy tuck after a hernia repair with mesh. It's not problem as long as you go to an experienced plastic surgeon.The only thing that will be different for you is that most of the time it is not possible to tighten the muscles because of the mesh.You will still get all of the other benefits of a tummy-tuck!Good Luck!!

Bulge, possible dog ear on left flank.

Tummy tuck post op issue
May 3, 2016

All of this is completely normal. No need to worry! You are doing great and will have great results! It is normal for the swelling to be different from one side to the other.

What's an avelar TT?

Avelar Tummy-tuck
May 3, 2016

There is no such Tummy Tuck. Usually, what happens is that a doctor trying to market their practice so they come up with name thats unique. In reality, they are not doing anything truly different then what the rest of us do - except maybe charging more!

How much is a tummy tuck and getting fat transfered to booty?

Tummy tuck and BBL costs
May 3, 2016

Cost of any plastic surgery is very, very important, certainly. Also, keep in mind that this is your body and it deserves the best! So its important to find the best plastic surgeon that is certified in plastic surgery!Look at before and after pics. talk to their patients (we have patients you can talk with!)For my practice, the cost is $16000 for both procedures together.

Will my breast even out?

Breasts Even out after Breast Implant Surgery
May 3, 2016

Unfortunately no. I think that the differences you see right now is just a bigger version of the differences that existed before surgery. If you are very unhappy, it can be made better with a simple operation. However, keep in mind that you have normal, natural breasts - everyone is different from the left to the right (breasts are sisters not twins - ;)

Getting closer to making a decision about replacing my silicone implants; where do I start?

starting the journey to getting implant exchange
May 3, 2016

Great Question!!I think it's so easy to get overwhelmed with all of the websites and information on the web right now!Here where I would start:Think about why you want the implants exchanged - go smaller, go larger, change the shape of your breasts, change the position of your breasts?If you only want to change the implants and are happy with everything else, then its simple - I would leave everything as is and just put new implants in. This is very easy to do and can be done with you ...

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