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Breast Augmentation Surgery 

Breast enhancement plastic surgery in the last decade has become less invasive because of advancements made in surgical techniques. However, there is still a significant recovery process entailed in it to ensure predictable and safe results. It’s critical for the patient to receive detailed instructions regarding recovery from the plastic surgeon. You should follow all mentioned guidelines diligently for an easy and quick recovery.

Your surgeon with their team will assist you in all possible ways to prepare for the procedure adequately and to ensure a smooth and rapid recovery. plastic surgeon Dr. David Kim provides breast augmentation surgery to patients in Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, CA, and surrounding communities.

Expected Time for Recovery

You will be asked to stay at home for at least a week following the breast enhancement plastic surgery. You should rest sufficiently for the first 3 to 5 days. However, you should also take short walks and perform light activities in the home. You should not undertake any strenuous chores for the remainder of the week. It’s vital that you do not place any stress on the incisions.

The overall recovery downtime and duration differs among patients depending on the implant placement, size and technique used by the cosmetic surgeon. It also depends on your natural healing abilities. A majority of patients resume work or return to their routine within 10 to 14 days. However, it is important that you avoid any lifting or vigorous exercises for at least 30 days.

Wearing Post-Surgical Garments

You would be given a surgical bra to wear, especially if your implant placement was done submuscularly. You should wear this bra for a few weeks at all times except when bathing. You may only need a regular bra if you got a subglandular implant placement. This bra will be without an underwire since smaller incisions will be placed by the surgeon that heal more rapidly.

Surgical bra or wrap-type bandages help in homogenizing the implant with the muscle and tissue of the breast. Patients are required to wear the bra till their healing is complete and the breasts can attain their natural shape.

Avoid Smoking During Recovery

Post-operative smoking and healing make for a bad combination. Your blood vessels will shrink because of the nicotine content present in tobacco. This can cause blood oxygen levels in the body to reduce. Your red blood cell functionality may get hindered leading to a slow recovery process. Smoking can also increase the risk of complications.

Pain Medications

You will be given prescription pain medications in the first week following the surgery to manage pain and discomfort. Try not to drive or perform activities where you need to be alert – and where other people could be injured by your lack of ability to focus.

Follow-up Consultations

You should stick to the schedule of all follow-up consultations. This is essential if you have drain tubes or removable sutures. During the first follow up consultation, your cosmetic surgeon may replace the bandages with a surgical bra. Cosmetic surgeon Dr. David Kim receives patients from Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, CA, and nearby areas for breast augmentation surgery.

Schedule a Consultation with Beverly Hills California Plastic Surgeon Dr. Kim

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Breast Augmentation

Breast enhancement procedure is currently ranked as the number one plastic surgery procedure in the United States. There are different techniques to performing the procedure. However, the steps involved in it largely tend to remain the same. Breast implant surgery is a highly customizable procedure.

Your surgeon will discuss the various steps involved in the procedure in detail during the pre-operative consultation. This will provide you with complete clarity about the procedure and things to expect during the surgery. Understanding what the procedure entails will also help you overcome your initial procedural anxiety.

plastic surgeon Dr. David Kim provides breast augmentation surgery to patients in Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, CA, and surrounding locations.

Anesthesia

The first step will be to place you under anesthesia. Typically, breast implant surgery is performed under general anesthesia. This will be administered by a registered anesthetist nurse or an anesthesiologist. It is possible for the patient to feel some nausea, grogginess, and other mild side effects for a few hours following the surgery.

Most patients are discharged the same day once the initial side effects of anesthesia wear off. You should have someone responsible take you home following the breast enhancement plastic surgery.

Incision Placement

The next step after anesthesia is the placement of incision. This will be made in pre-determined locations in a discreet manner. The incisions can either be made in the armpit or under the breast crease all the way to the lower half of the areola. Your surgeon will try and conceal scarring by placing the incisions in discreet locations.

Your surgeon will determine the location and size of the incisions while planning the surgery. They will take into account your personal cosmetic goals and breast anatomy.

Implant Placement

Breast implants can be either placed in front of the pectoral muscles or under the pectoral muscles. Your surgeon will decide where to place the implant after assessing the size of the implant and your unique breast anatomy. The limitations and benefits of each implant placement option will be discussed with you so that you can make an educated decision.

Closing the Incision

Your cosmetic surgeon will carefully suture the incisions close once the implants are placed and adjusted. They will either use absorbable or removable stitches for this purpose. You may have temporary drain tubes placed at the incision site under the skin. Your plastic surgeon will instruct you on keeping the incision place dry and free of contamination. This is to minimize the risk of infection.

Wear Surgical Bra

You would be asked to wear a special surgical bra following the removal of the initial bandages. You may have to wear this bra for a few weeks to help in faster recovery and healing. This is until your breast tissues settle with the new shape of your breasts. You should not hesitate in consulting with your surgeon if you notice any abnormal symptoms.

Make sure to maintain your follow-up appointments after the surgery as scheduled for best results. Cosmetic surgeon Dr. David Kim receives patients from Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, CA, and nearby areas for breast augmentation surgery.

Schedule a Consultation with Beverly Hills California Plastic Surgeon Dr. Kim

For more information on the surgical and non-surgical procedures and treatments by Cosmetic Plastic Surgeons Dr. David Kim and Dr. Eugene Kim.  Click here to contact us today.

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Belotero Balance Dermal Filler 

Belotero Balance is an FDA approved dermal filler medical spa treatment which is useful in addressing moderate to severe wrinkles and folds on the face. The dermal filler contains Hyaluronic Acid (HA) which helps in restoring volume in the soft tissues of the face. Over time, HA helps in reducing superficial folds, lines, and wrinkles.

Your injection provider will inform you about the various aspects of the procedure during the pre-treatment consultation. They will also talk about all estimated costs.

plastic surgeon Dr. David Kim provides Belotero facial filler injections to patients in Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, CA, and surrounding communities.

Cost Analysis in Comparison with Results

Belotero Balance is manufactured by Merz Pharmaceuticals. The manufacturer states that the innovative dermal filler injection is useful in filling a void in the market which is presently not met by other HA based injectables. The dermal filler can address superficial lines without leaving a bluish hue. This usually tends to occur with other HA based dermal fillers.

The bluish hue occurs when HA is injected within superficial skin layers. The compound reflects light when injected close to the skin surface. Belotero injection costs are dependent on the type, location, and number of targeted wrinkles and lines. Results of the treatment can sustain for anywhere between 6 months to a year.

This makes the dermal filler most cost effective as compared to other dermal fillers that provide results for just 3 to 6 months. The best part about the dermal filler treatment is that hyaluronidase injection can reverse the results. Hyaluronidase is an HA dissolving enzyme, which can dissolve the Belotero injectable.

Cost Factors to Consider

Belotero treatment costs can differ between two patients and practices for the following reasons:

Practice location

Cost of living index tends to differ between states and cities. This can affect the price of everything, including cosmetic procedures.

Quality Standards

Different practices may follow different standards of quality and care. This can affect the overall financial ramifications of the procedure – of any procedure or treatment.

Treatment Extent

The extent of the treatment may differ among patients. Belotero Balance gel amount may differ depending on the targeted area. Providers may calculate the overall dollar amount based on the amount of gel used or on a per-syringe basis.

Options for Financing and Insurance

Belotero Balance injectables is an aesthetic anti-aging treatment procedure. This means the procedural costs will not be covered by your health insurance provider. In rare cases, your physician may prescribe the procedure as a medical necessity. In such a scenario, the sticker price of the procedure may be covered under your medical insurance policy.

You should know that there are several financing options if you want to pay for the procedure upfront. You can always borrow from friends and family or extend credit card payments. You can also pick up a loan from medical care financing company. You should ask the administrative staff for guidance on the right financing options.

Cosmetic surgeon Dr. David Kim receives patients from Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, CA, and nearby areas for innovative and advanced med spa treatments as well as plastic surgery procedures.

Schedule a Consultation with Beverly Hills California Plastic Surgeon Dr. Kim

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Dermal Filler

Belotero Balance dermal filler is useful for mitigating signs of facial aging. The medical spa treatment can effectively reduce lines and wrinkles in the mouth and lip area. It also helps in smoothing out moderate to severe forms of nasolabial folds.

plastic surgeon Dr. David Kim provides Belotero facial filler injections to patients in Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, CA, and surrounding locations.

Key Benefits Belotero Balance

Belotero Balance is a clinically proven treatment that is safe, effective, and FDA proven. These are a few benefits of this dermal filler:

Belotero Balance Works beneath the Skin

Hyaluronic Acid (HA) is a key ingredient in this dermal filler. HA is known to integrate seamlessly and entirely within the skin. The dermal filler works within deeper tissue layers of the skin and helps in restoring volume from the inside out. The formulation doesn’t just reduce the appearance of wrinkles and facial lines. It also helps in treating vertical lines around the mouth corners and lips.

Belotero Balance is created using the unique Cohesive Polydensified Matrix (CPM) process, which allows the formula to be:

Areas of Treatment

Belotero Balance can be used in the following areas with successful results:

Nasolabial Folds

Nasolabial folds refer to vertical lines which run from the corner of the mouth to the nose. These lines can become more significant as you grow older causing unappealing shadows. Belotero Balance helps in smoothing out these moderate-to-severe nasolabial folds to result in a tighter and youthful looking skin.

Vertical Lip Lines

Belotero Balance dermal filler addresses vertical lines and wrinkles around the lips in an effective and quick fashion. Patients can enjoy a more youthful looking skin which has a natural feel and movement.

Corner Lines of the Mouth

Belotero Balance helps in plumping out the mouth corners which helps in reducing wrinkles and lines.

Chin Wrinkles

Belotero Balance dermal filler is one of the best options for reducing deep furrows and lines in the chin. The treatment provides patients with a visibly younger and smoother looking skin that enhances the overall appearance.

Patients can notice a visible difference in the facial appearance after just one treatment session. The dermal gel addresses tiny gaps within the skin surface and helps in enhancing the facial appearance.

Belotero Balance Results are Sustainable

Individual results may differ depending on the extent of treatment, area of treatment and unique aesthetic goals. However, results usually stay for anywhere from 6 months to a year. Quantity of the product and area treated can impact the sustainability of the results. Inactive facial areas sustain results for a longer period of time.

Cosmetic surgeon Dr. David Kim receives patients from Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, CA, and nearby areas for innovative and advanced med spa treatments as well as plastic surgery procedures.

Schedule a Consultation with Beverly Hills California Plastic Surgeon Dr. Kim

For more information on the surgical and non-surgical procedures and treatments by Cosmetic Plastic Surgeons Dr. David Kim and Dr. Eugene Kim.  Click here to contact us today.

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Getting a facelift can be exciting. You’re going to have a more youthful, vibrant, bright, contoured look to your face. Not only are you now looking ten years younger, but you know you’ll be able to enjoy the results for years to come.

It’s important to note, however, that a facelift doesn’t stop time altogether. While you’ll look younger for years after your procedure, you’ll still continue to age.

The good news is that there are several things you can do to prolong your facelift results and postpone the time when you might need to consider a second procedure.

You know you are in the hands of an outstanding plastic surgeon who’s extremely well trained and experienced. But you’re probably curious about what to expect during the recovery and what you can do to get the best results in the future and in the shortest amount of time.

To get the most out of your facelift, make your recovery faster, and prolong the benefits, keep reading!

Prepare for After Your Surgery

While you will arrange for some help around the house in the initial day or two of your recovery, your additional preparation before the day of your surgery should include:

Stock up with healthy groceries:

Get clothing ready:

Prepare your resting space:

Essential items to keep nearby:

After Facial Cosmetic Surgery

Minimize Swelling and Bleeding

Unfortunately, the swelling and bruising that follow a facelift tend to get worse before the healing begins. To ease the discomfort, try these remedies:

Take Care of Your Sutures

Wash your suture lines gently twice a day with baby shampoo.

Cleanse and Moisturize

Once the bandages have been removed, gently wash your incisions with soap and water three times a day, using a mild antibacterial cleanser to prevent bacteria build-up.

Your surgeon may have also provided an antibiotic ointment. Follow his advice on how best to use it.

Be sure to moisturize to reduce scarring, making sure your skin and the incisions never feel dry.

Go Easy on the Makeup

You might need to wait two or three weeks for the bruising and swelling to have subsided and be sure you have no open wounds before applying any makeup.

Eat a Healthy Diet

Focus on eating fresh whole foods cooked at home. Omega-3 fatty acids, like those found in fatty fish, can reduce inflammation and are an excellent source of Vitamin E. Not only can they help keep skin supple and moisturized, but the zinc also found in fatty fish can aid in healing.

Protein is essential for scar recovery, and the best options are lean meats, fish, and beans.

Make sure you drink enough water.

Go Easy on the Exercise

Wait for at least two weeks after your surgery before starting any strenuous activity and start slowly.

Avoid straining or lifting as this can lead to bleeding and excessive scar formation.

Skip the Sun

Not only does the sun damage the skin in general, but vulnerable incision lines and scars are even more at risk. Wear a hat and use a strong 30+ SPF sunscreen even on days you don’t plan to be outdoors.

Avoid Smoking

Starting to smoke again after your facelift can speed up the aging process and shorten the duration of your results. Smoking interferes with healing and how your face will look after surgery.

Make Skincare a Priority

It’s essential to continue with your skincare routine after your facelift since keeping your skin exfoliated and moisturized will help keep it looking youthful for longer.

Touch-Up Your Results with Injectables

Routine treatments with cosmetic injectables are a part of many facelift patients’ post-op regimens and help them to extend the life of their facelift results. Botox and dermal fillers can fill in lines and wrinkles that form on the skin over the years after a facelift.

How To Get the Best Results – Summary

Following post-operative instructions, using sunscreen regularly, and living a healthy lifestyle is essential for your plastic surgery outcomes and for your overall well-being.

Dr. David Kim and Dr. Eugene Kim at Beverly Hills Plastic Surgery have developed an impeccable reputation for producing stunning cosmetic surgery results. Contact our practice today at (310) 746-5475 or send an online request to schedule a consultation.

Sculptra Injections

Sculptra dermal filler is a unique type of injectable. In the past few years, neuromodulators and dermal fillers were the go-to for eliminating and diminishing the appearance of wrinkles, fine lines, and folds. Sculptra is an innovative filler treatment because it causes your body to create collagen. The dermal filler is a volumizer that provides deeper and more sustainable results.

Sculptra Filler is unlike usual dermal fillers. It is not made from synthetic hyaluronic acids. Instead, it is made of poly-L-lactic acid crystals that are biodegradable and biocompatible. The substance is used in soft tissue implants and dissolvable stitches as well.

The body slowly absorbs poly-L-lactic acid crystals once it gets injected into the skin. Sculptra filler crystals, over the next 4 – 6 weeks will stimulate collagen production. This will lead to a stronger bodily structure and support.

plastic surgeon Dr. David Kim provides Sculptra facial filler injections to patients in Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, CA, and surrounding communities.

Sculptra Promotes Collagen Fibers in the Skin

Sculptra filler is one of the best minimally invasive and non-invasive treatment for kickstarting your body into reducing the signs of aging, such as folds, wrinkles, and lost volume. Once collagen production begins in your body, the skin will smoothen from the inside out. You will regain volume in hollowed out areas. Folds and wrinkles will gradually fill up with newer skin cells.

Patients using Sculptra filler love the subtle outcome. The results are holistic and you won’t ever be asked if you had any cosmetic procedure done to attain the youthful complexion. These are a few areas that can be treated by Sculptra filler:

Your treatment provider may offer other off-label uses as well. The treatment can be used for:

Results of Sculptra Filler

You may notice a small improvement right after the treatment. However, Sculptra filler hardly ever provides immediate results. Collagen will take place of the crystals as the treatment begins to get absorbed by the body. This works towards strengthening the skin. You will notice gradual results over a period of 4 to 6 weeks.

You may require a second treatment after six weeks if your doctor determines the need of another injection. The cycle will begin again and the new layer of collagen will be formed on top of the previous layer. Better and more dramatic results will be created in each treatment session.

The best part about Sculptra filler treatments is that you can enjoy results for up to 2 years. You should speak with your treatment provider about follow-ups to ensure that your results are sustainable and continuous. Most adults are good candidates for Sculptra injectable if they are concerned with the appearance of lines, wrinkles, and volume loss.

Cosmetic surgeon Dr. David Kim receives patients from Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, CA, and nearby areas for innovative and advanced med spa treatments as well as plastic surgery procedures.

Schedule a Consultation with Beverly Hills California Plastic Surgeon Dr. Kim

For more information on the surgical and non-surgical procedures and treatments by Cosmetic Plastic Surgeons Dr. David Kim and Dr. Eugene Kim.  Click here to contact us today.

Also visit drdavidkim.com

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You’re closer to your ideal weight after practicing healthy eating and exercise habits, but you’re still unhappy with the appearance of your abdomen. You might be frustrated that your belly is still flabbier than you’d like it to be, that it retains a bulge you can’t flatten, or that loose, sagging skin makes you embarrassed to show your midriff. You’re considering treatment to take you that last step to a firm, flat, trim midsection, but you’re not sure which to choose.

In this article, we’ll explain your treatment options and help guide you to the best choice, based on your goals.

It’s Your Body, Your Priorities, and Your Choice

Every body is different and responds in different ways to aging, weight changes, and pregnancy. And every individual has different priorities in life — not just about how they look, but how much time they can take for treatment and how quickly they’d like to see results. Here are the key factors to consider as you weigh your treatment options:

Tummy tuck

A tummy tuck is surgery to tighten loose skin, repair weakened and separated abdominal muscles, and remove excess fat. It’s major surgery, but it’s the most transformative of the procedures to repair a flabby, bulging belly. With a tummy tuck, you’ll get a firm, flat, smooth abdomen and a slimmer waistline. If you have loose, sagging skin on your stomach and your belly bulge is from muscles that no longer hold your midsection flat, a tummy tuck is the only procedure that can restore a youthful appearance.

While a tummy tuck can work wonders to improve your appearance, it does require downtime for recovery. Most patients take at least two weeks off from work, and it can take several more weeks before they feel completely back to normal. For a sense of the results you can expect from a tummy tuck, view our before-and-after photo gallery.

Liposuction

Liposuction is a minimally invasive procedure to remove pockets of excess fat. It’s a body-contouring procedure, not an overall weight-loss treatment, as it targets specific areas of diet- and exercise-resistant fat. In liposuction, a thin tube, or cannula, is inserted through small incisions and used to break up and remove fat deposits. The fat cells removed in liposuction are gone forever and they won’t grow back. If you gain weight after treatment, the remaining fat cells will increase in size, but there are fewer of them in the treated area, so your stomach will remain proportionally slimmer. Liposuction does not work to tighten loose skin or repair weakened abdominal muscles.

Most patients need a few days to a week of downtime after liposuction and may have some short-term swelling and bruising. The slimming effects are visible immediately, and final results appear after about three weeks. You can see examples of these results in our before-and-after photo gallery.

CoolScultping

CoolSculpting is a remarkable new treatment that uses precisely controlled cold temperatures to destroy fat cells where excess fat lingers in pinchable bulges. The technology uses a cooling device that surrounds the area to be treated, chilling the fat to the point where it is damaged, without hurting skin, muscle, and other surrounding tissue. In the weeks following treatment, these damaged fat cells are naturally processed out of the body as waste.

You’ll have no downtime after a CoolSculpting session. You can walk out of treatment and go straight back to work or resume your normal activities. Final results appear about three months after treatment, and it can take more than one session to achieve optimal results.

Learn More About Abdominal Treatments in Beverly Hills

Dr. David Kim and Dr. Eugene Kim at Beverly Hills Plastic Surgery have developed an impeccable reputation for stunning, natural-looking cosmetic treatment and plastic surgery results, attracting patients from all over the world. Contact our practice today at (310) 746-5475 or send an online request to schedule a consultation and a recommendation on the abdominal treatment — or treatments — best suited to your needs. For many patients, a combination of procedures is the ideal solution.

 

Body contouring is the term for the set of cosmetic treatments that sculpt and shape your body to improve your appearance. Some trim excess fat that can remain in stubborn bulges after you’ve lost weight with diet and exercise or that may form as you age. Some tighten loose skin and weakened muscles that have stretched with weight changes or pregnancy. Some reshape parts of your body to improve your figure.

If you’re unhappy with the shape or appearance of some part of your body and aren’t getting the results you want through healthy eating and exercise habits, you might be a good candidate for body contouring. And if you’ve considered body contouring, you probably have questions about the many options.

Here are answers to some common questions about body contouring:

Can Body Contouring Help Me Lose Weight?

This may be the most common question about body contouring, and the simple answer is: not directly. Body contouring treatments are intended to sculpt and shape your body when you are reasonably close to your ideal weight. They aren’t a weight-loss method and don’t work to remove significant amounts of fat over large areas of your body. That said, many body-contouring procedures do remove fat in specific parts of your body, which can eliminate a pound or two — even several pounds — of excess flab and a half-inch to three inches from your waistline. The results can also make you feel better about your body and yourself, which, for some people, is a motivation to put on exercise clothes and be more active. In that way, body contouring can have an indirect effect on weight loss.

How do I decide which body contouring procedure is right for me?

The choice of body contouring procedure will depend on your body and your goals, as well as your willingness to have surgery with its resulting downtime.

A consultation with a skilled and experienced plastic surgeon is the best way to understand your body contouring choices and find out which will best address your needs. A combination of procedures might be the best solution for you.

How long do the results of body contouring last?

The results of body contouring are long-lasting if you maintain a steady weight. The fat cells removed with CoolSculpting or liposuction are gone from that part of your body forever, and new cells will not grow there. But fat cells in the treated area and elsewhere on your body will increase in size if you gain weight, which can undo some of the positive effects of your treatment. In much the same way, you can lose the smooth, firm abdomen you get with a tummy tuck if you gain significant weight or have more children.

To maintain your results, make healthy eating and exercise habits part of your normal routine and avoid the cycles of weight gain and loss that can result from extreme dieting.

Learn More About Body Contouring in Beverly Hills

Dr. David Kim and Dr. Eugene Kim at Beverly Hills Plastic Surgery have developed an impeccable reputation for stunning, natural-looking cosmetic treatment and plastic surgery results, attracting patients from all over the world. Contact our practice today at (310) 746-5475 or send an online request to schedule a consultation.

Med Spa Services in Beverly Hills

Sun damage, aging, and heredity among other factors can impact your skin appearance. It can make you appear older than you actually are. There are several innovative skin rejuvenation procedures available for people that want to restore a youthful look without having to undergo a cosmetic surgery.

Dr. David Kim is a plastic surgeon at Beverly Hills Plastic Surgery offering advanced cosmetic surgery and medical spa treatments. Dr. Kim provides state of the art procedures for the body, breast, and face to patients in Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, CA, and surrounding locations.

Choosing a Plastic Surgeon

It is prudent to choose a medical spa provider that is not just led by a physician, but an experienced and fully qualified plastic surgeon. Board certification acts as an automatic assurance that the cosmetic surgeon has the required amount training.

Typically, high quality standards are maintained by plastic surgeons. They continue to pursue best medical practices and adopt advanced techniques and technology. They also provide the best care to their patients and follow all safety protocols. The same practices and quality standards are implemented for both invasive and non-invasive procedures at the treatment center.

Customized and Personalized Care

Dr. Kim’s medical spa guarantees individualistic treatment for all patients. You can be assured of the highest standard of care and attention from the cosmetic surgeon and dedicated staff. Patients are made to feel comfortable. They are also encouraged at Beverly Hills Plastic Surgery to share all their skin health and aesthetic concerns in detail.

All your questions will be addressed by Dr. Kim in the best possible way to help you make an informed decision. You can count on Dr. Kim and his staff throughout the treatment process to guide and support you. You can be sure of achieving the best possible results as per your expectations.

Proven and Safe Non-Surgical Procedures

You should choose a medical spa or practice where you can be sure of achieving optimal skin rejuvenation results in a predictable and safe manner. It takes an experienced and highly skilled medical practitioner to ensure that patient safety is completely assured.

Dr. Kim is known for closely engaging with all his patients and being personally involved in their treatment process. This is irrespective of the type of procedure you want to undergo.

You can get minimally invasive and non-invasive treatment procedures at Beverly Hills Plastic Surgery. These are suitable for candidates that want to rejuvenate their facial appearance without having to undergo a cosmetic surgery or interrupt their busy schedules. These are a few key treatments offered by Dr. Kim:

As a plastic surgeon, Dr. Kim is not just experienced with a strong clinical background, but also compassionate and personable. Patients feel completely comfortable around him and trust his advice to enhance their health and aesthetic appearance.

Cosmetic surgeon Dr. David Kim receives patients from Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, CA, and nearby areas for innovative and advanced med spa treatments as well as plastic surgery procedures.

Schedule a Consultation with Beverly Hills California Plastic Surgeon Dr. Kim

For more information on the surgical and non-surgical procedures and treatments by Cosmetic Plastic Surgeons Dr. David Kim and Dr. Eugene Kim.  Click here to contact us today.

Also visit drdavidkim.com

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Lower Body Lift Surgery

Lower body lifts or flankplasty is a surgical procedure that helps in enhancing the appearance of your lower body. It specifically targets the lower back and hips and extends all the way down the sides. Flanks are a particularly difficult area for toning through the right diet and exercise. Flankplasty can be used by patients to improve their body contour.

It involves body lifting techniques, skin removal surgery, and liposuction. plastic surgeon Dr. David Kim provides lower body lift and mid body lift to patients in Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, CA, and surrounding locations.

Flankplasty: Who is an Ideal Candidate?

A large part of the weight loss for many patients occurs in the buttocks, flanks, thighs, and hips. Such an extreme weight loss can leave the patient with large skin folds that cause discomfort or chafing. Lower body lifts can go a long way in not just removing this excess skin, but also lifting the buttocks and adding contours to the body.

Flankplasty is a less invasive procedure as compared to a full body lift plastic surgery. It can help you if you have sagging lower body skin because of aging or pregnancy or have recently lost massive weight.

Understanding Lower Body Lift Procedure

Your surgeon will begin the lower body lift by making a small incision around your waist. This incision will be across the lower abdomen, down to the inner thighs. Your surgeon’s expertise and specific needs will determine the particular incision patterns.

The surgeon will try to place the incisions in discreet locations which can be hidden by clothing or underwear. They will access and remove any excess tissue or fat through these incisions before stretching the skin taut for trimming it. Sutures will then be used to close the incisions and cover them with compression garments or bandages.

Many patients want to choose a mid body lift and/or abdominoplasty along with a lower body lift surgery since it is difficult to tighten the lower body region without touching the abdomen. You should expect to resume your normal work schedule within 2 to 3 weeks after surgery.

Understanding Mid Body Lift

Torsoplasty or mid body lift treats the abdominal area in the human body in addition to hips, thighs, and buttocks. This is a preferred cosmetic surgery option as compared to lower body lift since the surgeon can create continuous and smooth contours from the patient’s abdomen to their thighs.

Your surgeon will remove extra skin by making incisions in a manner similar to lower body lift. They will access the abdominal muscles through these incisions around the waist to pull them together and suture them in place. This will give you a flatter stomach and a trimmer waistline.

The surgeon after reshaping your abdominal muscles and removing any surplus fat will trim away the excess skin and close the incisions. Scars in this surgery are similar to those in lower body lift. Cosmetic surgeon Dr. David Kim receives patients from Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, CA, and nearby areas for lower body lift, mid body lift and various other body contouring surgeries.

Schedule a Consultation with Beverly Hills California Plastic Surgeon Dr. Kim

For more information on the surgical and non-surgical procedures and treatments by Cosmetic Plastic Surgeons Dr. David Kim and Dr. Eugene Kim.  Click here to contact us today.

Also visit drdavidkim.com

Serving Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, West Hollywood, Orange County, Southern California and surrounding areas.