Although liposuction has been one of the most effective body contouring surgeries for decades, plenty of misconceptions about the procedure prevail. If you have always wanted to learn more about liposuction but have been too afraid to ask a doctor, board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. A.J. Khalil has written this blog as a safe place to learn the answers to your toughest questions. (more…)
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Can Exercise Reduce the Size of Your Breasts?
If you wish your breasts were smaller and fit in better proportion to your body, you may have begun researching ways to reduce their size. While board-certified plastic surgeon A.J. Khalil can attest that breast reduction surgery is the most effective way to accomplish this change, he understands that you may wish to explore non-surgical options before making a final decision. In this blog, he explains how feasible it is... Read More
The Benefits of Having a Larger Butt
Brazilian butt lift (BBL) is now the fastest growing cosmetic surgery in the world. Its surging popularity should not come as a surprise — social media is obsessed with celebrities who have large buttocks like the Kardashians and Nicki Minaj. Dr. A.J. Khalil confirms that this trend is active in Beverly Hills, too. If you have been interested in augmenting your backside, read this blog to learn a few of... Read More
Deciding between Silicone and Saline Breast Implants
Women seek breast implants for a variety of reasons. Enhancing naturally small breasts, correcting asymmetrical breasts, restoring breast shape after trauma, or correcting congenital abnormalities are some reasons that women consider breast augmentation. Before implants, patients and their cosmetic surgeons need to decide whether silicone or saline breast implants are the best choice. There are several differences and similarities between these two options and a variety of things to consider... Read More
Changes Women Experience after Pregnancy
In the world of cosmetic surgery, the “mommy makeover” has become a popular option for mothers who want to address postpartum changes to multiple areas of the body with multiple procedures at once. This all-at-once approach has a couple of important benefits — namely, it reduces fees and limits recovery time. Dr. Khalil is an expert in performing mommy makeovers. (more…)
Recovery Tips for Breast Procedure Patients
Women choose to have breast procedures for a variety of reasons, but one thing most share is a desire to understand what the recovery entails. The details of the recovery process vary depending on the specific procedure. Dr. Khalil always provides aftercare instructions and follow-up care for the best patient experience and outcomes possible. Here he provides a few tips to help prepare you for your recovery. (more…)
How Breasts Change as They Age
Younger women often take for granted how attractive their natural breasts look. As they get older, however — particularly around menopause — they will inevitably notice a series of changes that alter the appearance of their breasts. It is common for breasts to sag, look smaller and feel less firm around the time a woman reaches middle age. In this blog, award-winning plastic surgeon Dr. A.J. Khalil reviews the reasons... Read More
Areas Where Liposuction Works Best
When it comes to body contouring, no procedure is more effective at eliminating stubborn pockets of fat than liposuction. Beverly Hills board-certified plastic surgeon A.J. Khalil, MD, has used liposuction surgery to help patients who are close to their goal weight yet still have certain problem areas that they would like to refine. In this blog, he shares which parts of the body are most easily treated with liposuction: ... Read More
Reasons Women Seek Breast Implant Revision
Breast augmentation is one of the most popular cosmetic surgeries in the United States, with studies showing high levels of satisfaction among patients years after their enhancements. However, there will always be a small number of exceptions. The good news is that when women are not completely happy with their breast implants, they have options. Breast implant revision surgery is a successful way to remove implants or achieve a better... Read More
Combine Breast Surgery with Body Contouring to Reach Your Dream Figure
Breast surgery can enhance your appearance through breast augmentation with implants or a breast lift. Breast reduction can give you the balanced figure you've always wanted and alleviate painful symptoms of macromastia (large breasts). Whether you're restoring breast shape and placement after pregnancy and breastfeeding or addressing asymmetrical breasts, these procedures are often combined with body contouring to transform your body shape. Dr. A.J. Khalil can help you determine whether... Read More
