Have you spent months trying popular “flat belly” diet and exercise tricks, but not seen the results you desire? Are you ready to explore your plastic surgery options for a flatter abdomen? Dr. A.J. Khalil, a Beverly Hills plastic surgeon, offers liposuction and tummy tuck, both of which can create the appearance of a tighter and more toned abdomen. Read on to learn about the differences between the two procedures.... Read More
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Top 5 Reasons You Should See a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon
As you narrow your search for a qualified plastic surgeon, Beverly Hill plastic surgeon Dr. A.J. Khalil encourages you to limit your options to board certified plastic surgeons only. Working with a board certified plastic surgeon reduces your risks of surgery and maximizes your chances for success. Here, Dr. Khalil shares the top five reasons why board certification matters. 1. Extensive Training In order to become board-certified, a plastic surgeon... Read More
Breast Surgery Questions You’re Afraid to Ask
Although Dr. A.J. Khalil has heard just about every question imaginable from potential breast surgery candidates, he understands that some women feel reluctant to ask certain questions. He thought it would be helpful to blog about some of the topics that women tend to avoid. If you don’t see your question answered here, Dr. Khalil encourages you to contact him. No question or topic is off limits! How will my... Read More
Post-Pregnancy Plastic Surgery Options
Pregnancy is a beautiful and magical experience, but it can be tough on the mother’s body. Carrying, delivering and nursing a baby usually leaves some “battle scars” — whether in the form of excess fat, saggy breasts, stretch marks or all of the above. Trusted Beverly Hills plastic surgeon A.J. Khalil has been helping mothers reclaim their body confidence for many years. Below, he describes some of the best post-pregnancy... Read More
Choosing Your Breast Implant Size: Do’s and Don’ts
One of the most important parts of your breast augmentation experience is selecting your implant size. As an experienced breast augmentation surgeon in Beverly Hills, Dr. A.J. Khalil has helped many women successfully choose their implants. Below, he shares important do’s and don’ts. Do: Be Honest with Yourself Take some time to think about your goals, and how your personality and lifestyle complement your desired outcomes. If you want extra-large... Read More
How to Talk to Your Children about Having Plastic Surgery
A plastic surgery patient faces many important conversations — like meeting a potential plastic surgeon and the pre-surgical consultation — and none more delicate than the one that involves telling their child about the planned operation. If you have decided to undergo plastic surgery, but you don’t know how to discuss it with your children, Dr. A.J. Khalil shares some helpful tips in this blog post. Honesty Is the Best... Read More
The Rise in Popularity of Buttock Augmentation
New data shows that more people than ever are pursuing buttock augmentation surgery. The American Society of Plastic Surgeons reported that a buttock procedure is performed every 30 minutes of every day. But why, exactly, is the buttocks receiving so much attention from prospective patients? Dr. A.J. Khalil, a plastic surgeon in Beverly Hills, gets to the bottom of the matter. Why More People Than Ever Are Requesting Buttock Augmentation... Read More
Can Gynecomastia Be Corrected with Exercise?
Dr. Khalil responds to a question from a potential patient. Dear Dr. Khalil, As a man, I feel embarrassed by my enlarged, woman-like breasts. I try to hide my chest under baggy clothing and I don’t like going to the pool or beach. Dating is completely out of the question. I am wondering if an exercise routine would help to improve my prominent breasts, or will I need surgical correction?... Read More
The Most Common Reasons Why Women Pursue Breast Surgery
Breast surgery can be a life-changing experience, and the reasons for having it are as diverse as the women that choose to have the procedure. Some breast surgery candidates have noticed undesirable changes to their breasts from pregnancy, nursing, gravity or the effects of aging; others have disliked their breasts their entire life. Whatever the reason, Dr. A.J. Khalil is the plastic surgeon Beverly Hills women trust for safe and... Read More
How Long Do Breast Implants Last?
If you are considering investing time and money into having breast augmentation surgery, it is normal to wonder how long implants typically last. You should have an idea of an implant’s typical lifespan before moving forward with surgery. In this blog post, Beverly Hills plastic surgeon A.J. Khalil explains how long breast implants usually last before being replaced (or removed altogether). The Lifespan of a Breast Implant Modern breast implants... Read More
