The winter months are perfect for hibernation, but our social calendars suddenly fill up once the weather gets warmer. Summer is the peak season for social engagements like weekend BBQs, weddings, pool parties, and trips. You deserve to look and feel your absolute best for all of them.

At Bay Area Plastic Surgery, Dr. Leonard Gray understands that summer is about adventure and fun. That is why he has a number of cosmetic options for you to help you look your best without missing a beat. Here are five of the best procedures that won’t cut into your beach or vacation time.

Body Sculpting

Body sculpting, also known as body contouring or body shaping, is a type of treatment that removes fat deposits under the skin. Many different methods fall under the body sculpting umbrella, but some can be more invasive than others. For instance, liposuction is a surgical procedure that permanently removes fat cells to reveal impressive new contours. Liposuction provides outstanding results, but it involves a bit more downtime to recover. Fortunately, other body sculpting alternatives involve little or no downtime so that you can squeeze in more beach time.

SculpSure is a convenient process that can treat multiple trouble areas of the body in a matter of minutes. Cooling plates are placed on the targeted site to keep the skin cool and comfortable. Then, the SculpSure applicator targets the fat region with concentrated heat, bringing the temperature of the fat cells to an unsustainable degree. This disrupts the unwanted fat cells in a process called controlled hyperthermic lipolysis. Your body will then naturally filter out the disrupted fat cells. No sutures, no compression bandages, and no downtime. 

Dermal Fillers

Injectable dermal fillers are soft tissue fillers that restore volume and smooth out fine lines to replenish the youthful radiance of your skin. They work quickly to reduce the signs of aging and have minimal downtime, lasting anywhere from six months to two years.

While there are several different types of dermal fillers, the most prevalent are composed of hyaluronic acid, which your body creates naturally and is responsible for keeping your skin firm, plump, and smooth. The dermal filler is injected into the targeted areas you choose, helping to restore volume loss and smooth lines and wrinkles.

Botox

Similar to dermal fillers, Botox is another non-invasive method to smoothing out lines and wrinkles. Botox, also known as a neuromodulator, works by temporarily paralyzing the facial muscles that cause lines and wrinkles. There is no downtime associated with Botox, and sun exposure will not affect it. However, wear sunscreen to help prolong your results.

Laser Skin Resurfacing

Dr. Gray uses the most versatile and advanced CO2 laser features, the Cynosure®SmartSkin, that can even out skin tone, smooth skin texture, tighten skin, and reduce the appearance of wrinkles. Fractional laser resurfacing harnesses precise laser technology that targets irregularities in the skin texture and tone by inducing the production of collagen and elastin, both of which are agents that help keep our skin plump and firm.

Non-Invasive Rejuvenation in San Francisco

As a board-certified plastic surgeon with over twenty years of experience, Dr. Leonard Gray is a genuine master of rejuvenation and reformation. His patient-centered practice will ensure that you are not only satisfied with your results, but you’ll enjoy the process along the way.

For more information about any of the services offered to help rejuvenation your skin this summer, contact us by phone at (415) 434- 8858 or online to schedule your consultation today.

Board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Leonard Gray has been serving the Bay Area community for the past twenty years and is committed to providing patients with an exceptional level of care and service. His main priority is his customer’s safety, and he does this by providing his patients with the proper education and information before any procedure they may be considering.

One point that Dr. Gray likes to discuss with his patients if they’re planning to get pregnant in the future, and if so, how that pregnancy would affect their tummy tuck.

What Is A Tummy Tuck?

To better understand the effect of pregnancy after a tummy tuck, it is important to first understand the procedure itself. Formally known as an abdominoplasty, the tummy tuck is an invasive surgical procedure designed to give your stomach a tighter, slimmer, more toned look. This is achieved through excess skin removal, liposuction, and the tightening of the underlying muscles that may have become separated. 

Can I Get Pregnant After a Tummy Tuck?

In general, it is recommended that patients wait until they are finished having children before undergoing a tummy tuck. That being said, there are certainly some instances where pregnancy after a tummy tuck can and does occur.

What Happens If I Get Pregnant After My Tummy Tuck?

Even with the best planning and intentions, life happens. If you do end up finding yourself pregnant after a tummy tuck, or if you change your mind after several years and decide to try to get pregnant, pregnancy after tummy tuck is not considered to have any inherent risk factors. Although all pregnancies can have complications associated with them, whether they occur before or after a tummy tuck or any other surgical procedure, patients who get pregnant after a tummy tuck are equally capable of carrying a healthy, full-term pregnancy after a tummy tuck. Some patients have reported a tighter sensation, but this is not harmful and is usually mild and tolerable. 

Why Should I Avoid Pregnancy After a Tummy Tuck?

The biggest concern about getting pregnant after a tummy tuck is the potential adverse effects of the pregnancy on the procedure’s results. With the significant weight fluctuation and abdominal stretching that will occur during pregnancy, it is certainly possible that you could be left with loose, excess, sagging skin and a separation or weakening of the muscles— both of which would require a second procedure to restore your original results.

Tummy Tuck Surgery in San Francisco, CA, with Dr. Leonard Gray

If you think a tummy tuck is right for you, contact Bay Area Plastic Surgery and schedule your consultation with Dr. Gray today. Dr. Gray invites you to learn more about how a tummy tuck can help you restore your post-baby body or remove unwanted skin due to weight loss. While you’re here, take a look at our other offered surgical body procedures including liposuction, Brazillian butt lift, labiaplasty, mommy makeover, and gynecomastia.