A Brazilian Butt Lift, more commonly known as BBL surgery, is one of the most popular plastic surgery procedures performed to give women a more sensual, voluptuous, and youthful silhouette. A full, shapely buttocks is often seen as a sign of fitness and youth. While many patients do not have the lower body contours they desire, the BBL procedure makes it possible to attain the…

Liposuction is an excellent way to achieve a more toned, sculpted figure by removing stubborn pockets of fat. That said, it’s important to understand that not everyone is a good candidate for liposuction. Before moving forward with your procedure, Dr. Bottger — our Philadelphia-based plastic surgeon — will first evaluate your needs and medical history to make sure liposuction is the right treatment for you. …

There are few cosmetic procedures that are as customized and individually tailored to your desires as a Mommy Makeover. Originally designed to help mothers reclaim their pre-pregnancy figure, a Mommy Makeover can help any patient improve their breast and body contours through one inclusive treatment plan. Since there are several treatment options that can be incorporated into your surgical plan, no two Mommy Makeovers look…

A bra bulge can be a persistent concern for many women despite their commitment to a healthy lifestyle. Characterized by an accumulation of excess skin and/or fat protruding over the bra straps, a bra bulge commonly develops near the underarms or along the mid-back. These areas can be very difficult to target with exercise alone, often proving resistant to efforts in toning or slimming the…

After successfully losing large amounts of weight, the presence of excess skin in the lower body is often considered the last hurdle in one’s journey towards becoming a healthier and more confident person. Despite a patient’s well-earned physical transformation, their skin is typically unable to conform to their new body shape and, consequently, accumulates along the upper arms, abdomen, buttocks, and inner thighs. A thigh…

Regardless of how often you exercise to strengthen the biceps, a hanging or “baggy” look in the upper arms may persist without improvement. This is often caused by reduced skin tone due to weight fluctuation, getting older, or genetic predisposition. With that in mind, a drooping arm shape may be unaffected by working out and living a healthy lifestyle. If dieting and exercise aren’t providing…