Washington, DC- BodyTite: A new kind of Liposuction

BodyTite is less invasive than traditional liposuction and results in almost no downtime. In the DC area? We offer complimentary BodyTite consultations.

If you’ve always thought about getting liposuction but are hesitant about the procedure, BodyTite might be the right option for you. As a revolutionary alternative to traditional liposuction, the procedure can help you achieve your desired goals.

Bodytite

What is BodyTite?

BodyTite is a procedure that helps contour your body by targeting problem areas that have not been responsive to diet and exercise. This form of liposuction is powered by radio-frequency aided lipolysis (RFAL) for three-dimensional remodeling and contouring. RFAL melts and removes excess fat through a tiny incision made in an inconspicuous location.

The DC-based BodyTite procedure results in less swelling, bruising, and less recovery time than a traditional liposuction procedure. This procedure typically takes one to three hours and no hospital stay is required. An ideal candidate for this procedure has specific goals in mind for targeting areas on the body which have not been responsive to other weight loss efforts such as diet and exercise.

Areas which BodyTite can target include:

  • Abdomen
  • Hips
  • Buttocks
  • Thighs
  • Arms
  • Back

Why Choose Bruno | Brown Plastic Surgery for Your DC BodyTite Procedure?

 

In wrong or inexperienced hands, the tools used this procedure can be very dangerous. It is important to choose a plastic surgeon who is not only board-certified but has significant experience in performing this type of procedure like the doctors at Bruno | Brown Plastic Surgery. We will work with you to determine if this is the right choice to meet your specific goals, or if the procedure can be used in conjunction with liposuction to meet your needs.

At Bruno | Brown Plastic Surgery we take a holistic approach to this surgery; we consider your overall appearance rather than focusing only on targeting specific problem areas. This is important for body contouring procedures as the goal is to reshape your figure. The American Society of Plastic Surgeons offers more information on the importance of choosing a board-certified and experienced plastic surgeon for your procedure.

 

We look forward to seeing you for your BodyTite procedure in DC or a consultation soon.

A New Approach: Pre-Pectoral Breast Reconstruction

Pre-pectoral breast reconstruction is an alternative approach to traditional breast reconstruction, where the implants are placed over the muscle instead of underneath it.

Prepectoral breast reconstruction resultsPre-pectoral breast reconstruction has been made possible in large part by the use of biological mesh products (called acellular dermal matrices) that can substitute for muscle to cover, protect, and support a patient’s implants.

According to a recent article in The New York Times:

“Placing breast implants under the chest muscle, a procedure called post-pectoralis or sub-muscular placement, has been the standard approach to implant breast reconstruction for decades. But now some surgeons are placing the implants on top of the muscle, in an effort to reduce complications like pain, weakness and breast deformities that can occur with sub-muscular implants when the chest muscles are flexed.”

The article goes on to interview Dr. Sbitany, an associate professor of plastic and reconstructive surgery at UC San Francisco and a consultant for Allergan, a manufacturer of the mesh products:

“Dr. Sbitany said that since he started talking about the new option, known as prepectoral breast reconstruction, he has been besieged by patients who have had submuscular implants for five, 10 or 15 years and want the reconstruction done over. Artificial breast implants are the most common method of breast reconstruction after mastectomy.

When patients want them replaced, Dr. Sbitany said, he removes the old implants, places the pectoralis major muscle back down where it used to be and inserts new implants on top of the muscle, using biological mesh to cover and support them under the skin.

‘There is no question that putting the implant below the muscle causes increased rates of pain and chronic discomfort with any physical activity — not in every woman, but in a consistent number of patients,’ said Dr. Sbitany.”

Washington, DC Area Pre-Pectoral Breast Reconstruction 

The physicians at Bruno|Brown Plastic Surgery are a part of a forward-thinking movement that challenges the traditional under-the-muscle technique. While there are many patients who still benefit from this traditional method, the number of patients eligible for pre-pectoral breast reconstruction is growing.

Dr. Brown and Dr. Bruno routinely lecture nationwide on this technique and take part in educational labs in teaching plastic surgeon colleagues.

Benefits of Pre-Pectoral Breast Reconstruction Include:

  • No muscle fatigue or chronic pain
  • No muscle animation or pull on skin
  • Quicker recovery, less pain, less downtime

Candidates for Pre-Pectoral Breast Reconstruction Include:

  • Patients undergoing mastectomy
    Previously reconstructed patients
    Active patients

The pre-pectoral breast reconstruction procedure may not be the best fit for all patients, so make sure you discuss your options with a board-certified plastic surgeon.

Contact us today to set up your consultation.

 

 

UK Celebrity Shares Her Experience with PRP Treatment for Her Hair Loss

PRP Injections Hair Loss Results DCMen aren’t the only ones who suffer from hair loss, it’s an issue for women too. If you suffer from hair loss or thinning, PRP treatment could be right for you.

What is Involved in PRP Hair Loss Treatment in DC?

Plasma is a component of your blood that contains special “factors,” or proteins, that help your blood to clot. It also contains proteins that support cell growth. Researchers have produced PRP by isolating plasma from blood and concentrating it.*

PRP is extracted by drawing a small amount of your own blood and, using a centrifuge, separated from the red blood cells. PRP also contains white blood cells and platelets, which have high growth factors which can help stimulate hair follicle activity and promote new hair growth.

Multiple injections, too small to be visible, are then made to the scalp allowing the PRP to be absorbed and treat the affected area. Because the process uses your own blood, PRP for hair loss is an extremely safe procedure.

Check out our full PRP hair treatment before and after image gallery.

One Celebrity’s Experience with PRP Treatment for Hair Loss

Reality TV personality Vicky Pattison, best known from the MTV show Geordie Shore, documented her experience with PRP treatment for her hair loss on her Instagram.

According to OK Magazine Vicky “revealed she believes she suffers from traction alopecia and has undergone PRP therapy to combat her hair loss.” The magazine shares, “The 30-year-old beauty has claimed she has “abused” her hair over the years by having hair extensions, experimenting with different hair colours, and stress – although she also believes her bald patches and hair thinning is ‘traction alopecia’, which is caused by using force when styling the hair tightly.”

Washington, DC: PRP Hair Loss Treatment

We recommend 5 to 6 PRP treatments to achieve the best results for your hair loss. This treatment can also work well as a preventative measure to stifle hair loss. For maximum results, treatment on those whose hair loss is recent works best. It can be more challenging to stimulate hair follicles that have been dormant for a long time.

Make sure to choose an experienced, board-certified plastic surgeon for your PRP hair loss injection treatment. The doctors of Bruno | Brown Plastic Surgery take a holistic approach to this procedure to help you achieve the best results.

We look forward to hearing from you!

Schedule Your PRP Treatment for Hair Loss

Tummy Tuck in DC: Is it right for you?

Have tireless efforts of diet and exercise failed to deliver the results you want? Consider a tummy tuck procedure in Washington, DC.

Aging, or significant life events such as pregnancy, can change the overall appearance of your figure and leave you with stubborn fat that diet and exercise alone are unable to remove. Perhaps you experienced a significant weight loss but are now left with loose, hanging skin- an adverse effect of an otherwise positive change. A tummy tuck procedure can completely reshape the abdomen.

Tummy Tuck

Benefits of a Tummy Tuck

  • Flattened stomach area
  • Improved appearance of abdominal muscles
  • Slimmed waistline
  • Enhanced, youthful appearance of the abdomen
  • Tightened stomach muscles
  • Reduced appearance of stretch marks
  • Removed excess, loose skin
  • Reduced waistline, some patients drop several pants sizes

If you live in the Washington DC area, a tummy tuck procedure at Bruno | Brown Plastic Surgery can completely reshape your abdomen and stomach area, by removing excess skin and fat and allowing you to feel comfortable in your own skin again.

This procedure usually takes between two and four hours, with a recovery time of as little as two weeks and no overnight hospital stay required, though many patients choose to stay overnight for comfort. Ideally, candidates for this procedure are generally in good health, are near their ideal weight, and have realistic expectations for achieving their desired look.

Your Options for a Tummy Tuck in the DC area

The tummy tuck procedure, also known as an abdominoplasty, that is right for you will be determined by your plastic surgeon, with your goals and lifestyle in mind.

Options include:

  • Full tummy tuck- includes an incision made around the belly button and across the hip line.
  • Mini tummy tuck- involves a much small incision and can be complemented with liposuction.
  • Extended tummy tuck is best for patients who have undergone a significant weight loss and includes multiple incisions around the flank, lower back, and hip line.

Make sure to choose an experienced, board-certified plastic surgeon for your tummy tuck. The doctors at Bruno | Brown Plastic Surgery take a holistic approach to this procedure. They find that by focusing on reshaping your overall figure, rather than focusing only on your problem areas, provides the best results.

 

We look forward to hearing from you about your tummy tuck in Washington, DC soon.

Washington, DC: Why Consider Breast Implants?

Breast implants can improve your self-confidence and allow you to feel comfortable in your skin.

 

There are many possible benefits to receiving breast implants in DC. Implants can increase the fullness, symmetry, and projection of your breasts to create the look you desire.

What Does Receiving Breast Implants in Washington, DC Involve?DC Breast implants

During a breast implant procedure, either saline, silicone, fat, or the recently FDA approved Ideal implants are used to contour and resize the breasts. The incisions are made either around the areola, below the chest or in the underarm to achieve your desired look. The procedure takes one to two hours with a recovery time of two to four weeks and no overnight hospital stay is required.

The expert plastic surgeons at Bruno | Brown Plastic Surgery will work with you to evaluate:

  • How your desired look will match with your current body size and type
  • Exact specifications for your desired shape and size
  • How your lifestyle will be impacted (such as athletic activities or hobbies)

This evaluation will help your experienced plastic surgeon determine the type of breast augmentation that will work best to achieve the results you desire. Each type of breast implant has unique benefits which the doctors at Bruno | Brown Plastic Surgery will discuss with you. Ideal candidates for this procedure are at least 18 years of age with an interest in breast enhancement, in good health, and not currently pregnant or nursing.

There are many possible benefits to receiving breast implants such as:

  • Increased breast symmetry
  • Improved breast projection
  • Increased self-confidence
  • Reshaped cleavage
  • Returned breast volume and shape that is typically lost after aging, pregnancy, or a significant weight loss

Singer Iggy Azalea’s Reason for Breast Implants

Even celebrities such as Iggy Azalea are discussing why they chose the procedure. According to Vogue Azalea was, “sick of having to sew padding into her stage costumes and wanted to be able to wear lingerie without wiring.” It was something she had thought about her entire life.

For Azalea, receiving breast implants was mainly about making her body proportional. Azalea says, “it’s about proportion. I have to have everything tailored because I have such a small waist. I’m a 2 or a 0 on the top, and a 6 on the bottom.”

If you’ve had the same experience as Azalea and many others, issues with clothing and self-confidence, breast implants could be your solution.

We look forward to hearing from you to schedule your DC breast implant procedure or free consultation.

Microneedling with PRP in Bethesda: Have You Heard of the Vampire Facial?

Here’s what to expect during your Bethesda microneedling with PRP procedure.

Microneedling with PRP is a non-invasive procedure that reduces the signs of aging and minimizes the appearance of age spots and scars.

 

What is Microneedling with PRP?Microneedling with PRP

Your Bethesda Microneedling with PRP procedure, also popularly known as the vampire facial, is a non-invasive procedure involving a mechanical pen creating tiny channels at a specific depth in the skin to trigger the body’s healing process which fills these channels with new collagen and elastin and forms new capillaries. The American Society of Plastic Surgeons further discusses the microneedling process used for this treatment.

The ‘vampire’ part of this treatment comes after these channels are formed when your own PRP supercharges the procedure’s benefits. PRP is obtained by drawing a small amount of your blood to use topically on the skin, to speed up recovery and virtually eliminate side effects.

This procedure can take as little as twenty minutes with a recovery time of just four to six days, where you’ll experience some redness and mild peeling.

Microneedling with PRP will consistently trigger the bodies repair process until your desired level of skin rejuvenation is achieved.  While this procedure does penetrate the top layer of the skin, it does not cause damage and results can last up to one year.

 

Some benefits of this procedure can include:

  • Improvement in skin tone and texture
  • Reduction of scars
  • Firmer, more even skin
  • New collagen and elastin produced
  • Reduced hyperpigmentation
  • Pore size shrunken
  • Treated stretch marks
  • Minimized appearance of age spots
  • Reduced signs of premature aging
  • Improved appearance of rosacea

 

Choose Bruno | Brown Plastic Surgery for your Microneedling with PRP Procedure Near Bethesda

At Bruno | Brown Plastic Surgery, we take a holistic approach to the microneedling with PRP procedure and consider your overall complexion rather than just focusing on a specific problem area. This maximizes your rejuvenation results. A testimonial from one of our microneedling with PRP patients reads:

“My goal has always been to keep my look as natural as possible. It’s great that the regimen was custom designed for me based on what my skin needed. I love that I’m actually fixing my skin from the inside, not just masking the problem. My skin looks healthier, more plump and even, and certainly has a more youthful glow.”

We look forward to hearing from you to schedule your microneedling with PRP procedure soon.

 

Labiaplasty Washington, DC

If you’re experiencing physical and emotional discomfort from excess labial tissue, the labiaplasty procedure in Washington, DC, may be the right choice for you.

Labiaplasty DC can reduce the size of both the labia minora and labia majora.

Why Choose Labiaplasty DC?

Both the physical and emotional discomfort of loose or hanging labial tissue leads many women to choose labiaplasty. This physical discomfort is most often experienced as pain during athletic activities such as cycling or horseback riding, pain from tight clothes, or pain from intercourse due to the size of the labia. This could even lead to sexual avoidance from anticipating painful intercourse.

Some women also choose a labiaplasty procedure because they feel insecure about the shape, size, or appearance of their labia. Excess tissue can result from a significant weight loss or pregnancy and can cause the labia to be asymmetrical or cause the labia minora to extend well beyond the labia majora.

Labiaplasty can take as little as 45 minutes with minimal recovery time. However it is recommended to hold off on any significant or strenuous lower body exercise for several weeks. While many patients elect to undergo general anesthesia for extra comfort, it is also possible to perform the procedure using a local anesthetic if this is your preference.

The Benefits of Labiaplasty Washington, DC Can Include:

  • Loose, sagging labia minora shortened so that they no longer hang below the labia majora
  • Wearing tight clothes without irritation
  • Horseback riding, cycling, and other activities can be performed without discomfort
  • Relief of itching or irritation
  • A more attractive, youthful labia appearance
  • An increase in self-confidence and self-esteem
  • A better sexual experience
  • Increased sexual pleasure if the clitoris becomes more exposed
  • An end to recurrent yeast infections if they were caused by excessive irritation from elongated labia

According to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, multiple studies indicate that labiaplasty surgery is associated with a high satisfaction rate of over 90 percent. Choose a surgeon you can trust, like the doctors at Bruno | Brown Plastic Surgery who have significant experience performing labiaplasty surgery. The skills of your plastic surgeon translate directly to your plastic surgery results. The labia are very small, delicate structures so it is particularly important to choose a board-certified plastic surgeon for this procedure like Drs. Bruno, Brown, and Tan.

 

We look forward to seeing you for your free consultation or Labiaplasty DC procedure soon.

Tummy Tuck Tips

Are diet and exercise just not enough to obtain the weight loss results that you want? Consider a tummy tuck.

A tummy tuck procedure can help you reach your weight loss goals, regain your self-confidence, and feel comfortable in your skin.

What is a Tummy Tuck?

Tummy Tuck A tummy tuck procedure (or abdominoplasty) is a body contouring procedure that tightens the abdominal muscles and removes excess skin and fat. It can help you target problem areas and re-shape your waistline if diet and exercise alone have not delivered the results you’d like, if you’ve been pregnant, or if you’ve experienced significant weight loss resulting in excess skin.

This procedure only takes 2-4 hours with a recovery time of as little as 2 weeks with no overnight hospital stay required. The American Society of Plastic Surgeons expands upon what you can expect from the procedure step-by-step.

The best candidates for this procedure have realistic and specific goals in mind and are near their ideal weight. Your expert plastic surgeon, like the doctors at Bruno|Brown Plastic Surgery, will work with you to determine which type of procedure is right for addressing your problem areas and individual goals.

Some options Tummy Tuck options include:

  • Full tummy tuck: An incision around the belly button and across the hip line
  • Mini tummy tuck: A smaller incision, often accompanied by liposuction
  • Extended tummy tuck: Incisions around the flank, lower back, and hip line, fitting for patients who have experienced a significant weight loss

Tummy Tuck Tips

A tummy tuck procedure has many benefits, including:

  • Flattens the stomach area
  • Reduces and reshapes the waistline
  • Enhances the overall figure
  • Tightens abdominal muscles
  • Removes excess, loose, or hanging skin
  • Reduces the appearance of stretch marks

Choosing a skilled plastic surgeon is essential to maximizing these benefits. The skills of your plastic surgeon translate directly to the quality of your results, so it is important to choose an experienced, board-certified plastic surgeon for your procedure. The physicians at Bruno|Brown Plastic Surgery take a holistic approach to this procedure to achieve the most natural look. This approach takes into consideration your overall figure and focuses on re-shaping the entire waistline rather than just focusing on the abdomen. This method can completely alter your appearance and help you to drop several pants sizes.

As experienced, board-certified plastic surgeons, we look forward to hearing from you to schedule your tummy tuck procedure or free consultation soon.

Breast Enlargement: Is it the right choice for you?

Breast enlargement can allow you to feel more comfortable in your skin and increase self-confidence.

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Many women choose breast enlargement after losing breast volume from aging, pregnancy, or significant weight loss, or simply to increase their breast size.

Why Consider Breast Enlargement?

Breast enlargement increases the size and symmetry of your breasts while improving projection. Enhancing your breasts can lead to an improved body image which can allow you to feel more comfortable with your appearance.

There are four different ways Bruno|Brown Plastic Surgery can help you achieve the breast enlargement results you desire.  Your experienced plastic surgeon will walk you through the options to figure out the best route to achieve your goals.

Breast enlargement options include:

  • Fat grafting: Uses liposuction to transfer fat from other parts of the body to the breasts, giving a fuller look
  • Saline implants: A silicone shell is filled to your desired volume, increasing size and shape of cleavage
  • Silicone implants: More viscous than saline, a silicone shell is filled to the desired volume and offers a more natural look
  • Ideal implants: Uses a series of implant shells nested together and two separate chambers that hold saline, providing a natural feel and youthful look

Bruno|Brown Plastic Surgery for Your Breast Enlargement

Many benefits can be achieved through breast augmentation such as increased symmetry and volume, and reshaping of the cleavage for a fuller, perkier look.

The quality of your procedure results is directly tied to the skill and experience of your plastic surgeon. The American Society of Plastic Surgeons discusses the importance of choosing a board-certified, expert plastic surgeon for your procedure. Your plastic surgeon will help you determine which type of implant is right for you, keeping in mind your goals and lifestyle.

The doctors at Bruno | Brown Plastic Surgery take a holistic approach, understanding that every woman and her aims for this procedure are different.

We look forward to hearing from you to set up your free consultation or breast enlargement surgery.

SculpSure vs CoolSculpting: Which is the Better Body Contouring Procedure?

Both CoolSculpting and SculpSure are non-surgical body sculpting procedures that can help you meet your desired goals.

CoolSculpting carries some risks that SculpSure does not, but both procedures are minimally invasive.

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Comparing SculpSure vs CoolSculpting:

SculpSure

  • Uses topical laser treatment to reduce underlying fat by destroying fat cells safely
  • Procedure time of 25 minutes
  • No recovery period
  • Permanent results

CoolSculpting

  • Uses controlled cooling to freeze and eliminate fat cells
  • Procedure time of 1 hour
  • May result in tenderness, bruising, or itchiness of treated area
  • Permanent results
  • Risk of paradoxical adipose hyperplasia (PAH), where a reaction in the fat cells causes them to expand and the treated area to protrude

SculpSure vs CoolSculpting: Making the Choice

Neither procedure is meant for weight loss but for shaping and refining problems areas where fat deposits. However, when these procedures are combined with an active lifestyle and healthy diet, they can result in some weight reduction.

What You Need to Know About PAH After CoolSculpting

CoolSculpting, also known as cryolipolysis, has an increased procedure time, and also an increased risk of paradoxical adipose hyperplasia. The manufacturer of CoolSculpting equipment reports that PAH is a rare side effect and only occurs in an estimated 1 out of every 4,000 treatment cycles.

However, according to two doctors of Miami Plastic Surgery, they have experienced 15 PAH events in six patients which represents a much higher incidence of the risk, about 1 out of every 138 cryolipolysis cycles. The doctors at Miami Plastic Surgery stress the need for further study to clarify the incidence of PAH after CoolSculpting.

PAH can be corrected through SmartLipo or liposuction, though this may require a surgery which can defeat the purpose of choosing a non-surgical body sculpting procedure for many patients. Patients also need to wait several months before undergoing liposuction as time is needed for the fat in the areas of PAH to soften.

When deciding between SculpSure and Coolsculpting consult with your expert plastic surgeon at Bruno|Brown Plastic Surgery to determine which body contouring procedure is right for you.

At Bruno|Brown Plastic Surgery our specialists customize a treatment plan that fits your circumstances. This is important because the number of treatments needed for optimal results can vary. For your body-contouring procedure choose a plastic surgeon you can trust to understand your needs and help you achieve your goals.

We look forward to hearing from you for your free SculpSure consultation soon.