Political life, particularly on the national level, is both demanding and exhausting. It should not come as a surprise that the stress of holding political office often takes its toll on politicians. This is most obvious on presidents. In most cases (other than Ronald Reagan), pictures of presidents before they take office are typically much more youthful and vibrant than pictures taken as they leave…

Wedding season is in full swing, and many brides will soon be walking down the aisle looking more beautiful than ever. Their secret – plastic surgery. In recent years, prenuptial plastic surgery has increased significantly. In fact, the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery has declared weddings to be the special event most commonly cited by women as the reason behind their plastic…

As with all surgical procedures, there are certain risks associated with liposuction. Some of these risks are specific to liposuction, while others are more general surgery risks. Common liposuction risks include: Infection Fluid accumulation Unfavorable scarring Hematoma Asymmetry Skin looseness Skin irregularities Pulmonary complications Fortunately, these risks are extremely rare. In fact, complications most often arise when too much fat is removed from a treatment region at one…

A new bra has been developed with the intention of increasing breast size. The bra uses electricity to stimulate stem cell activity in the breasts of the women who wear it. This electricity accomplishes two goals: Recruits stem cells to the breast tissue from fat, bone marrow, and circulating blood in order to increase breast size in a non-invasive manner Improves blood flow to breast…

There are several important things for you to do as you prepare for your liposuction procedure. At your initial consultation, Dr. Bottger will go over this in great detail. But you may want to print out this list and keep it on hand to ensure you don’t forget anything important. Make sure you take care of the following items at least 2 weeks prior to…

A common question Dr. Bottger hears from prospective liposuction patients is, “How much fat can be removed by liposuction?” The answer to this question is somewhat complicated. According to standards established by the medical community, 6 liters (approximately 12 pounds) of fat is the upper limits of what is considered safe to remove during a single liposuction procedure. This does not mean you are losing…

For many liposuction patients, the most difficult part of the entire process occurs after the surgery and recovery period have ended. While liposuction can achieve beautiful results that help you achieve your desired figure, the long term success of your procedure ultimately depends on how well you take care of your body after surgery. A recent study posted in the Journal of the American Society…

As you age, your metabolism slows down and you experience fluctuations in your hormone balance. This is often compounded by health issues which may prevent you from engaging in many of the physical activities you enjoyed when you were younger. These inevitable consequences of getting older have caused many people to struggle with maintaining their weight as they enter their 40s, 50s, and beyond. In…

According to a recent survey published by the Journal of Clinical Psychological Science, people who undergo plastic surgery to improve their appearance also enjoy psychological benefits after their procedure. Many patients not only expressed that they felt better about themselves, but they were also encouraged to set higher goals following surgery. The survey respondents were asked questions about their general goals in life prior to…

As liposuction and other body sculpting procedures have increased in popularity in recent years, so have the number of alternatives which claim to magically melt fat away with the flick of a button or the zap of a laser. But it is important to be careful and do your research before opting for one of these miracle procedures. You may end up regretting your decision…