As a highly sought-after plastic surgeon in Beverly Hills, Dr. A.J. Khalil performs many tummy tuck (abdominoplasty) procedures. Tummy tuck has an extremely high patient satisfaction rate because it creates a beautifully smooth, toned abdomen. One of the most common questions tummy tuck candidates ask is, “What happens to my belly button during surgery?” Read on as Dr. Khalil addresses the answer here. Full or Traditional Tummy Tuck Most of... Read More
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What Kind of Scars Will I Have after Breast Augmentation?
If you are contemplating breast augmentation, it is likely that you have questions or possibly concerns about the surgical scars. Many women wonder where the scars are located and how noticeable they will look once they have healed. Like most of today’s finest plastic surgeons, Dr. A.J. Khalil uses advanced techniques to minimize noticeable scarring. He wants to reassure you that you can still enjoy the benefits of breast augmentation... Read More
How Soon Can You Wear a Regular Bra after Breast Augmentation?
One of the most exciting rewards of breast augmentation is discovering how great your newly enhanced cleavage looks in a luxurious piece of lingerie. You’ll have to be patient, though, as your breasts have to heal from surgery before you can start wearing regular bras. Read on as Dr. A.J. Khalil explains how soon you can start wearing regular bras after breast augmentation. Supporting the Breasts during the Initial Healing... Read More
Repurposing Unwanted Fat for Brazilian Butt Lift
Do you wish you could enhance your flat or boxy buttocks, but gym efforts have proved futile and you hesitate at the thought of an artificial implant? Leading Beverly Hills plastic surgeon A.J. Khalil would love to talk to you about a different way to improve the fullness and shape of the buttocks. Using your own fat, taken from another area of your body, Dr. Khalil can enhance your buttocks,... Read More
What’s the Breast Lift Recovery Like?
Some of the most frequently asked questions about breast lift surgery involve the post-operative recovery phase. To better prepare you for what to expect after breast lift, Dr. A.J. Khalil has provided some general information about the recovery process here. The information is meant to help set the stage for you to experience a smooth, speedy recovery. Immediately following Surgery After surgery, Dr. Khalil will dress and bandage the surgical... Read More
Timing a Mommy Makeover after Pregnancy: How Long Should You Wait?
It is very common for women that are done having children to feel eager and excited to reclaim their pre-baby body. Mommy makeover is a fabulous way to correct the toll that pregnancy and nursing take on a woman’s body and help her “bounce back” physically and mentally after having children. If you’re thinking about mommy makeover, Dr. A.J. Khalil encourages you to time your surgery carefully. Read on as... Read More
Why More Men Are Pursuing Plastic Surgery
Historically the overwhelming majority of plastic surgery patients have been women. But according to statistics from the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, more than 1.3 million cosmetic procedures were performed on men last year, the most popular procedures being eyelid surgery, liposuction, nose reshaping and breast reduction. Read on as Dr. A.J. Khalil, a plastic surgeon serving Beverly Hills and beyond, shares his thoughts about why more men are pursuing... Read More
What Is Included in Mommy Makeover?
Having children is one of the most rewarding experiences a person can have. Unfortunately, if you have had children you may be all too familiar with the physical toll pregnancy takes on the body. If you look at old photos of yourself and wish you could return to your pre-pregnancy glory, mommy makeover may be a good option for you. Below, Beverly Hills plastic surgeon A.J. Khalil explains what is... Read More
Signs You’re a Candidate for Body Contouring
Body contouring surgery is a fantastic way to refine areas or features that make you feel self-conscious, such as “love handles” or a “muffin top.” But body contouring isn’t right for everyone and some people won’t see great results with surgery. If you are unsure whether body contouring surgery is appropriate for your particular needs, this blog post is for you. Read on as Dr. A.J. Khalil clarifies some of... Read More
Recovery Advice Breast Implant Patients Shouldn’t Ignore
If you are planning to undergo breast augmentation, you may find yourself overwhelmed with recovery advice from well-meaning friends and family. Some of this advice may be specific to their own experiences and therefore not relate to your surgery. If that is the case, you can probably nod, smile and then politely ignore the advice. But what you should never ignore is information that comes directly from Dr. A.J. Khalil... Read More
