If your breasts leave you feeling self-conscious, you may be considering breast augmentation surgery. But with the dizzying number of options available, you may also be wondering whether or not you’re even a good candidate for the procedure. At Chevy Chase Plastic Surgery, we’re always happy to answer your questions about the aesthetic products and services we offer. Please call (877) 427-7888 today to schedule a consultation at our Washington DC area office.

Breast augmentation is one of the most commonly performed plastic surgery procedures today. Women who wish to enhance their appearance have more breast implant options than ever before and can now choose from saline implants, silicone implants, and cohesive gel (“gummy bear”) implants.

While every patient is different, a good candidate for breast augmentation usually has:

• A desire for larger, firmer, or more symmetrical breasts
• Realistic expectations of what augmentation can and can’t do
• Generally good health
• The information necessary to make an informed decision

While the FDA limits breast implant candidates to those over the age of 18 for saline breast implants, those seeking silicone gel implants must be at least 22 years old. At Chevy Chase Plastic Surgery, we work with each of our patients to determine the right options for them.

If you’re ready to learn how breast augmentation can improve your appearance and your self-image, please contact Chevy Chase Plastic Surgery today to arrange a consultation. We serve patients in the Washington DC area.

Rhinoplasty is among the most commonly performed types of plastic surgery. While rhinoplasty procedures, often referred to as nose jobs, are often categorized as a type of cosmetic surgery, this isn’t always the case. Changing the appearance and structure of your nose can also have health benefits, such as making it easier to breathe.

A rhinoplasty procedure can have many benefits to your appearance, level of confidence and even your health. This is, however, something that you should give plenty of thought to before making a decision. It's always a good idea to consult with an expert first. The Arlington plastic surgeons at Chevy Chase Plastic Surgery will listen carefully to your goals in order to make sure you're a good rhinoplasty candidate.

You may be considering rhinoplasty for a variety of reasons. This type of procedure can be helpful for people with conditions such as a deviated septum which make it difficult to breathe. Or you might simply desire to alter the appearance of your nose. In each of these instances, rhinoplasty could be your solution.

Most people are good rhinoplasty candidates if they have a fully developed adult nose, are in good health, and have reasonable expectations for the outcome of their procedure.

Please contact Chevy Chase Plastic Surgery today to schedule a rhinoplasty consultation. We serve patients in the Arlington, Virginia area.

BOTOX^® Cosmetic is an effective treatment for wrinkles that will help you restore a youthful appearance. BOTOX^® Cosmetic has been excellent in the removal of wrinkles on the forehead, crow’s feet and frown lines.

There are some misconceptions about where BOTOX^® Cosmetic can be used. A lot of people believe treatments can be applied wherever you see lines or wrinkles. This is far from true. BOTOX^® Cosmetic shows the most impact where lines are the result of active pulling of muscles beneath the skin. These usually take place around the upper face, primarily in the forehead, the glabella and around the eyes.

Deeper, finer lines – such as those that can form around the mouth – will be more effectively treated using other minimally invasive facial rejuvenation procedures.

There are some types of wrinkles that BOTOX^® Cosmetic will not help with. This includes drooping and sagging deposits of skin.

When performed by a licensed practitioner, BOTOX^® Cosmetic is safe and effective at minimizing that aged look wrinkles bring to the face. During your initial consultation, Dr. Brown and Dr. Bruno will discuss your procedure with you in detail to ensure you make a fully informed decision before moving forward.

If you are interested in BOTOX Cosmetic, please contact Chevy Chase Plastic Surgery today to schedule a consultation. Dr. Bruno and Dr. Brown serve patients in the Arlington, Virginia area.

We are very fortunate today in the breast implant world. For the first time in decades, we have at our disposal a litany of choices for our enhancement and reconstructive patients. The FDA has finally approved the use of anatomically shaped form-stable silicone breast implants or, what many refer to as the “gummy bear” implant. No, not the like the popular sweet treat we all know and love.  In the past 10 years alone we have seen the expansion of the implant line go from just using all types of saline (silicone only for cancer/reconstructive patients) to using all types of saline and only round silicone to using all types of saline, round and now shaped silicone implants. All our patients, cosmetic and reconstructive alike will benefit from this advancement.

When discussing cosmetic enhancement options, patients can choose between a more natural gradually sloping breast shape or perhaps a more superiorly full rounded shape. Of course, during a consultation, the best choice for a patient’s needs is determined based on desire, anatomy and a discussion with their physician. 

Generally speaking, all liposuction procedures are similar. An incision is made through which a thin tube called a cannula is inserted and fat is removed from the area. However, advances in liposuction techniques have made the procedure safer, faster, and more effective than ever.

Our Washington DC plastic surgeons have found that combining tumescent and ultrasonic liposuction is one of the most effective ways to deliver the exceptional outcome you desire. Alone, these techniques can do wonders, but combined, they are capable of producing stunning results.

Dr. Bruno and Dr. Brown use tumescent solution, which is comprised of local anesthetic and medications that control bleeding, reduce postoperative bruising, and eliminate pain. Once the solution has been injected, our plastic surgeons will use ultrasonic liposuction to remove stubborn fat deposits.

Ultrasonic liposuction uses ultrasound waves to emulsify fat prior to removal. This allows for a more complete removal of fatty deposits and may also help skin better conform to your new contours. During your initial liposuction consultation, Dr. Bruno and Dr. Brown would be happy to answer any questions you may have and discuss the benefits of our technique with you in more detail.

If you live in or around Washington DC and would like to learn more about your liposuction options, please contact Chevy Chase Plasic Surgery today to schedule an initial consultation with one of our board-certified plastic surgeons.

One of the most common questions our Washington DC plastic surgeons receive from patients during a consultation is, “What is the best age for breast augmentation?” Unfortunately, there is no black-and-white answer to this question. Instead, Dr. Bruno and Dr. Brown encourage you to reframe the question in the following way: “When is the best age for me?”

There are several factors which you should evaluate when determining if this is the right time to undergo breast augmentation. Some important things to consider include:

• Physical maturity
• Emotional maturity
• Financial stability
• Future family plans

Physical maturity is a very important consideration. You should always wait until your breasts are fully developed before deciding whether you want to alter their appearance. For some people, this occurs as early as age 18. However, many women find that their breasts continue developing well into their late 20s. Ask your family members when their breasts reached full maturity. This may help you decide whether it may be a good idea to wait a few more years before moving forward with this life-changing procedure.

Emotional maturity is as important as physical maturity. Breast augmentation is a major procedure that will have a significant impact on many aspects of your life. It is important to wait until you are emotionally ready to handle this important decision. As with physical maturity, all women achieve emotional maturity at different ages. Think about the important decisions you make in your life. Are you typically happy with them down the road or do you often regret these decisions? If you don’t feel you have a strong track record on important decisions, you may want to wait.

Financial stability is an important factor to consider as well. Breast augmentation isn’t cheap. While we offer several financing options to help you fit breast augmentation into your budget, you don’t want to undergo the procedure at a time in your life when it will mean incurring debt that you can’t handle.

Finally, consider future family plans when choosing to undergo breast augmentation. While your procedure won’t impact your ability to become pregnant or breastfeed, future pregnancies may adversely impact your results. For this reason, many women choose to wait until their 30s or older so that they can get breast implants after having children.

If you would like to discuss your breast augmentation plans with one of our board certified plastic surgeons, please contact Chevy Chase Plastic Surgery today to schedule a consultation. We serve patients throughout the Washington DC area.

Motherhood is one of the greatest joys you can experience in life. It is a lot of hard work to raise children, but when you see the wonderful people they grow up to become, you realize it is also one of the most rewarding things you can do. However, motherhood also does come with one downside — it can take a toll on your body.

Pregnancy, childbirth, and breastfeeding can impact your abdominal muscles, preventing them from remaining tight and firm the way they once were. It can also result in sagging breasts and lost breast volume. Many women also experience stretch marks and excess skin after pregnancy.

In addition, the long hours spent helping your children with homework, shuttling them to activities, and engaging them after a long day of work can leave you with precious little time to focus on yourself. If you have been struggling to restore your body to its pre-pregnancy appearance, you may want to consider a mommy makeover.

A mommy makeover consists of a series of plastic surgery procedures which will help reverse the signs of aging typically associated with pregnancy, childbirth, and breastfeeding. Depending on the condition of your body and your unique aesthetic goals, Dr. Bruno and Dr. Brown may recommend one or more of the following procedures as part of your mommy makeover:

• Breast augmentation
• Breast lift
• Tummy tuck
• Liposuction

During your initial consultation, our Washington DC plastic surgeons will listen carefully to your concerns and goals in order to recommend the right combination of procedures to deliver your desired mommy makeover results.

If you are ready to restore your body to the youthful, toned appearance you enjoyed before children, please contact Chevy Chase Plastic Surgery to schedule your mommy makeover consultation. We serve patients in the Washington DC area.

Becoming a mom is undeniably one of the most rewarding experiences of your lifetime, but having children takes a toll on your body. Sometimes, even with a healthy diet and regular exercise, it can feel impossible to restore your body to its pre-pregnancy form. If you have problem areas that feel beyond your control, you may be in need of a mommy makeover.

Dr. Bruno and Dr. Coleman make it a priority to provide technologically advanced, cutting-edge services to help moms in Washington D.C. stay beautiful inside and out.

Ideal mommy makeover candidates are generally:

• Moms that are finished having children
• Moms in need of a breast lift or breast augmentation
• Moms suffering from excess skin or fat around the abdomen
• Moms in generally good health without serious existing medical issues
• Moms who have realistic expectations about plastic surgery

At Chevy Chase Plastic Surgery, we offer the latest cosmetic and reconstructive procedures for moms in Washington D.C.

Depending on your unique needs, your mommy makeover may include one or more of these procedures:

• Liposuction
• Breast enhancement
• Breast lift
• Tummy tuck

We understand that choosing to have a mommy makeover is a personal, private and sometimes life-changing decision. We make it our mission to provide the most advanced professional care every mom deserves.

If you are a mom ready to reclaim your pre-pregnancy body, contact Chevy Chase Plastic Surgery in Washington, D.C. at (301) 215-5955.

Losing 50 or 100 pounds, or more,  is a major achievement. But once you’ve reached your goal, you might find that your healthier, thinner body needs some additional fine-tuning. After significant weight loss, the skin often fails to shrink back to its former size and shape. That’s because large amounts of excess skin that have been stretched around the abdomen, may have lost its’ elasticity.

Washington D.C. plastic surgeons, at Chevy Chase Plastic Surgery offer  tummy tuck procedures designed specifically for patients who have achieved significant weight loss. A tummy tuck can remove skin or fat and tighten or lift your abdomen area.  The results can help your clothes fit better and allow you to participate more comfortably in your favorite activities.

The tummy tuck, also known as abdominoplasty, involves removing excess skin and tightening of the underlying abdominal muscles. An incision is made just above the pubic area from hip to hip, occasionally extending to the back. Sometimes a vertical incision is necessary as well.

The results of a tummy tuck are visible almost immediately, although you will experience some post-surgical swelling. Full recovery to normal activity level generally takes 4-6 weeks. Once the swelling subsides, you will notice a permanently flatter, smoother tummy and a slimmer figure.

If you are ready to complete your weight loss process, please contact Chevy Chase Plastic Surgery in Washington, D.C. to learn more about how a tummy tuck can benefit your situation.

Smartlipo™ is a form of liposuction that is less-invasive that traditional liposuction. A laser is used to essentially melt the fat, making it easy for removal through suction. Because the fat gets emulsified prior to surgery, typically Smartlipo™ helps the plastic surgeon to remove more fat than traditional liposuction.

The plastic surgeons at Chevy Chase Plastic Surgery in Washington D.C. suggest if you’re considering laser liposuction or Smartlipo™  that you are in good health before undergoing the procedure. 

Their facility is the only surgical facility in the DC Metro Region certified by Cynosure, the manufacturer of Smartlipo™ equipment, as a training center.

Smartlipo™ can be performed under local anesthesia, while traditional liposuction is done under general anesthesia. This makes recovery go quicker and allows you to be back to your typical routine with 1-2 weeks.

Is Smartlipo™ right for you?

Smartlipo™ can benefit almost everyone. The ideal candidate is in good health, has one or more fatty areas that have not responded well to diet and exercise,  and wants the fat removed from those areas.

What are the advantages of Smartlipo™?

Smartlipo™ offers the smoothest and best body contouring results. Because it is performed under local anesthesia, recovery time is short, and patients are back to normal activities very quickly. It is safer than more traditional methods of liposuction and the results last longer, if not permanently.

If you are considering laser liposuction contact Chevy Chase Plastic Surgery. We serve clients in the Washington DC area, Arlington, and the surrounding areas. Call us (301) 215-5955.