For women with large or disproportionately sized breasts, the weight and strain of excess breast tissue can lead to chronic back and neck pain and limitations in mobility. Over time, the magnitude of this discomfort can significantly impact quality of life. Breast reduction surgery, also known as reduction mammoplasty, offers a solution to alleviate chronic pain in the upper body. Here, award-winning plastic surgeon A.J. Khalil walks us through the... Read More
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What Causes Gynecomastia and What Can I Do About It?
Gynecomastia, or the overdevelopment of breast tissue in men, can cause deep feelings of shame or embarrassment for those who experience it. While some men may be uncomfortable discussing gynecomastia, growing awareness of the condition and better access to treatment options means it is no longer necessary to suffer in silence. Male breast reduction surgery is increasingly popular and has liberated countless men from the crushing emotional distress associated with... Read More
How Do Platelet-Rich Plasma Injections Work?
PRP injections have gained popularity as a non-surgical treatment option for various medical and cosmetic conditions. PRP (platelet-rich plasma) therapy is an innovative procedure that involves using the patient's blood to extract and concentrate platelets. These extracted elements are then injected or rubbed onto specific areas of the body to promote healing and tissue regeneration. PRP injections are widely used in dermatology, orthopedics, and aesthetic medicine to address a variety... Read More
Recovering from Mommy Makeover: What to Expect After Surgery
Pregnancy and breastfeeding are joyous and fulfilling life experiences for a woman, but these events often result in major changes to the body, such as stretched skin, stubborn fat, and sagging breasts. Even after incorporating diet and exercise or returning to a pre-pregnancy weight, many women are not pleased with their appearance after having a baby. A mommy makeover is an ideal solution for improving several cosmetic concerns at once... Read More
Can I Get Pregnant Again After My Mommy Makeover?
If you have undergone mommy makeover surgery, you are likely delighted with your results. Depending on the procedures that were included as part of your makeover, you may be enjoying a tighter tummy, perkier breasts, and a shapelier overall physique. However, patients who are considering having more children after their surgeries may have concerns about their ability to get pregnant again, or what to expect if they do become pregnant.... Read More
Butt Augmentation vs Brazilian Butt Lift: Which Procedure Is Right for You?
If your backside is not as voluminous as you would prefer, it is likely you have considered options for increasing its size. While diet and exercise can help to some degree with improving the appearance of the buttocks, the effects of these efforts are still limited by genetics. This is why cosmetic options such as Brazilian butt lift and butt augmentation surgery are so popular. Through these procedures, you can... Read More
How to Achieve an Hourglass Figure
Women’s bodies come in many beautiful shapes and sizes, but one of the most aspirational shapes is the hourglass figure. Women who have an hourglass shape have larger breasts, a thinner waist at the middle, and wide hips. If genetics did not bless you with this shape, you may still be able to create these contours with help from an expert plastic surgeon like Dr. A.J. Khalil. Read on to... Read More
Is It Safe to Combine Cosmetic Procedures?
When it comes to plastic surgery, each patient’s journey is different. Some people have cosmetic concerns that can be successfully addressed with a single treatment, while others have goals that would most effectively be improved with two or more complementary procedures. If you are interested in multiple surgeries, you are probably wondering if it is safe to have more than one surgery performed at the same time. Renowned Beverly Hills... Read More
Why Do Women’s Breasts Sag After Pregnancy?
A woman’s breasts develop during puberty, yet that is not the only point in her life when her breasts change significantly. Pregnancy, an experience that most women go through in their lifetimes, marks another period where her breasts change in appearance. Dr. A.J. Khalil, a top Beverly Hills breast surgeon, explains what kind of changes women can expect during and after a pregnancy. How Breasts Evolve During Pregnancy Changes to... Read More
How Natural Does A Tummy Tuck Look?
One of the top concerns that patients have about plastic surgery is fear that their results will look unnatural. Although many people are eager to enhance the way they look, some find it less appealing if the fact that they had plastic surgery is too obvious. This is especially true for tummy tuck (abdominoplasty) patients. Dr. A.J. Khalil meets with many patients who previously never gave much thought to plastic... Read More
