Liposuction is not a procedure intended to address loose, excess, or redundant skin, so sculpting your body contours in the midst of existing skin laxity requires careful planning. While many patients focus on how much fat can be removed during liposuction, an equally important component is the condition of the skin after surgery as the body reacts to your newly reshaped contours. Common questions patients…

Key Summary The internal abdominal muscles can separate over time with pregnancy, weight fluctuations, or the effects of the natural aging process. This separation or weakening of internal musculature can present many issues, such as back pain, poor posture, and less core support. While often performed for aesthetic reasons, a tummy tuck can also repair the internal muscles and lead to improvements in quality of…

A tummy tuck can provide transformative results on its own, but the outcome of your aesthetic surgery can often be much more powerful, comprehensive, and harmonious when combined with complementary breast and body procedures. A multi-option treatment plan offers many benefits that aren’t typically applicable with a standalone surgery, such as the ability to address more than one concern with one recovery period, operation, anesthesia…

When it comes to gaining a more athletic, toned, and fit physique, it’s not uncommon for patients in Philadelphia and beyond to question whether their goals would be more effectively achieved with weight loss medications or aesthetic procedures like a tummy tuck. In determining the best way to achieve the sleek, defined contours you desire, it’s important to understand the limitations of each treatment option….

Abdominoplasty, commonly known as tummy tuck surgery, stands out as one of the most sought-after plastic surgery procedures in our clinic. This surgery is not just about aesthetic enhancement — it’s a transformative journey for Philadelphia patients aiming to attain a flatter stomach and a more attractive figure overall. Interestingly, tummy tuck procedures can be highly effective for a diverse group of patients, including those…

Out of all the post-pregnancy symptoms experienced by patients who have had children, increased back pain often stands out as a major concern. Back pain after childbearing typically stems from reduced support in the core, and can range in severity from mild discomfort to more persistent, lingering body aches. According to studies published in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery^® — the official medical journal of the…

Diastasis recti is a condition in which the abdominal muscles (commonly known as a “six-pack”) spread apart at the body’s midline, often after pregnancy. This abdominal separation typically persists for years (or decades) post-partum, leaving an unflattering bulge in the midsection — even when patients adhere to a strict dieting and exercise regimen. Although a healthy lifestyle can certainly help slim the waistline, no amount…

A tummy tuck offers several life-changing improvements for patients wanting to enhance their abdomen, whether for aesthetic or functional reasons. While the body sculpting results possible with abdominoplasty are powerful, taking the necessary steps to prolong the longevity of your final results is key to your long-term satisfaction. Dr. David Bottger, a board-certified plastic surgeon in Philadelphia, explains that men and women who have received…

A tummy tuck is one of the most effective and powerful procedures to reshape the abdomen, making it possible to restore a slimmer, sleeker physique after pregnancy, aging, and weight loss. However, abdominoplasty is also a highly complex procedure associated with certain complications during the healing process. At our Philadelphia practice, Dr. Bottger and our team have been using a technique known as a “drainless…

As one of the most commonly performed cosmetic procedures, hundreds of thousands of patients around the world undergo a tummy tuck every year to smooth their abdomen and achieve a slimmer waistline. It’s easy to see why tummy tuck surgery is so popular in Philadelphia and elsewhere — the procedure can be exceptionally effective at safely providing patients with a flatter, more attractive mid-section. When…