For those of you who have tried everything to get your ideal body shape — from fad diets to special garments — there’s a new, nonsurgical approach to body contouring that is turning heads due to its incredible results.

VelaShape™ is the first FDA-approved* body shaping procedure that requires no surgery.

Here’s How it Works:

VelaShape technology uses a safe combination of radiofrequency energy, infrared laser light energy, vacuum suction and mechanical massage to tighten, tone, and slim. These high-tech applications are used on fatty body areas to minimize the volume of fat and create a slimmer, smaller appearance. Light and heat energy smooth out the areas and shrink the size of fat cells during the virtually painless session.

Many VelaShape patients are amazed when measurements are taken after the procedure and a smaller body circumference (an average loss of 1 inch) is reached in as little as four treatments. You should see maximum results at about 6 – 8 weeks after your last treatment. And, best of all, there’s no downtime!

Are You a VelaShape Candidate?

If you desire to reduce the volume and appearance of fat in the thighs, buttocks, love handles, or abdomen, this cosmetic procedure might be a wonderful solution for you. VelaShape has shown positive results on men and women of all skin types and skin tones. If the idea of a nonsurgical body shaping procedure interests you, talk to an experienced body contouring surgeon to discuss the risk factors and decide if VelaShape is right for you.

Want to learn more? Check out VelaShape on the CBS Morning Show.

To discover the benefits of VelaShape and find out if you are a good candidate, contact Dr. Robert Aycock in the San Francisco Bay Area to set up your body contouring consultation. Dr. Aycock also offers a variety of additional nonsurgical cosmetic procedures to help men and women look and feel their very best.

*FDA clearance for Circumference Reduction of the thighs

—Lindsey Kesel, Cosmetic Surgery Consultant

Are you unhappy with certain areas of your body due to excess fat that just won’t budge? The cosmetic body contouring procedure liposuction can do wonders for these areas if you are in good health and considered a candidate for the procedure.

About Liposuction

Liposuction is an extremely popular cosmetic surgery option for both men and women. This fat removal technique uses a cannula, or wand, to extract excess fat cells from problem areas like the stomach, thighs, hips, love handles, back, face, and arms. It is such a great option, too, because it can be used on areas where only a small amount of fat removal is needed. To see what a difference this procedure can make, take a look at some liposuction before and after photos.

Combine Procedures For Big Results

If you are trying to achieve dramatic changes and aiming to resculpt your body, you might consider adding a second procedure to the same surgical experience, such as a buttock lift, arm lift, neck lift, or facelift. For example, patients who are targeting the stomach, thighs or love handles with liposuction often add in a tummy tuck procedure to improve their shape.

Choosing a Liposuction Surgeon

When choosing an experienced plastic surgeon to perform your liposuction procedure, remember that experience counts. Surgeons who have been performing this surgery for many years may be better able to deliver the kind of results you are looking for while maintaining top safety standards and maximum comfort.

Are You a Good Candidate?

If you would like to improve specific areas of localized fat, have realistic expectations about what this procedure can do, and you are in good general health, liposuction may be a convenient body sculpting solution for you. Patients who are within healthy weight ranges or who are slightly overweight are preferable, as liposuction should not be used as a medium for large-volume weight loss.

Liposuction is a time-tested procedure that can be used to help you achieve your ideal proportions while giving your self-confidence a boost. If you would like more information on the incredible benefits of liposuction, feel free to contact Dr. Robert Aycock in the San Francisco Bay Area region.

—Lindsey Kesel, Cosmetic Surgery Consultant

For many of people, diet and exercise alone will not be enough to help them achieve their ideal body size and shape. Body contouring is a safe and effective way to enhance your figure and create a look you can be proud to show off. The tummy tuck procedure is a popular plastic surgery option that lets you target one of the biggest problem areas for men and women — the stomach “pooch.”

The tummy tuck surgery has been performed on millions of patients worldwide. The results can be amazing, especially when you choose a highly skilled plastic surgeon who can help you reach your ideal proportions. For men, the tummy tuck can dramatically reduce the “spare tire” appearance, creating a more chiseled, toned stomach. For women, the removal of excess fat in the tummy area can not only knock off a couple of pant sizes, it can improve the chest-to-waist ratio and enhance overall proportions. This procedure is also great for patients who have lost weight and want to remove loose skin for a more youthful, solid stomach appearance. A mini-tummy tuck is available for patients who need less correction than the full tummy tuck offers.

During the tummy tuck (or abdominoplasty), the surgeon removes excess skin and tightens the stomach muscles. Liposuction may be used to remove stubborn fat tissue. Incisions are hidden in the pubic area and belly button for a smooth, flawless tummy appearance. Read more about what happens during surgery and what to expect post-operatively.

If you are interested in learning more about the tummy tuck procedure, visit the website of Dr. Robert Aycock in San Francisco. Dr. Aycock was voted Best Plastic Surgeon in Marin County for 2008 and 2009! To see what a difference this body contouring procedure can make, you can also check out a few before and after photos.

—Lindsey Kesel, Cosmetic Surgery Consultant

You wouldn’t trade in the joys of parenting for anything. But as you age, you begin to understand how having children can take an immense toll on the body. There are the obvious physical changes, from sagging breasts and stretchmarks to excess fat in places that were once tight and toned. Then there’s the slowed metabolism that occurs with aging, as well as the fact that extra weight becomes so much harder to lose after childbirth.

So, what’s a busy mom with little time for fitness supposed to do to stay in great shape? Not to worry, there is a special treatment geared toward moms like you: the Mommy Makeover. This plastic surgery plan is customized to target those areas of the body you feel need the most help. During the Mommy Makeover procedure, your plastic surgeon will combine a few techniques to help you achieve your body goals. The result is a tightened, more youthful contour that you can be proud to show off!

Here are some of the cosmetic enhancements that a Mommy Makeover may include:

• Liposuction – Get rid of unwanted pockets of fat in the abdomen, thighs, arms, and other areas for a rejuvenated overall appearance.
• Breast Surgery – Choose from breast enlargement, breast lift, or breast reduction to get the perfect breast size and contour.
• Tummy Tuck – Stretched-out abdominal muscles and excess skin and fat can be repaired with this popular procedure for moms.
• Buttock Lift – Reshape a flabby or dimpled buttock region for a more youthful look.
• Leg Lift (Thigh Lift) – Target the stubborn upper and lower thighs with this procedure designed to remove excess skin and fat and create a toned appearance.
• VelaShape – This nonsurgical cellulite-reduction process is a wonderful alterative for moms looking to reshape the thighs, buttocks, hips or abdomen.

After all you do for your children, why not do something wonderful for yourself? Talk to Dr. Robert Aycock about the Mommy Makeover treatment options available at his San Francisco Bay Area plastic surgery center. He also offers affordable payment plans to help you fit the cost of surgery into your budget.

—Lindsey Kesel, Cosmetic Surgery Consultant

As you experience more birthdays, you may eventually notice that it has become increasingly challenging to maintain your shape. Factors like career, family responsibilities, and lack of time all play a part in the appearance of your body, not to mention physical changes such as slowed metabolism that make staying fit an uphill battle.

Thankfully, there is a solution that can be used to complement your body management efforts. Body contouring from an experienced plastic surgeon can help you reach your body goals without having to dedicate all of your extra time towards diet and exercise attempts. As part of a healthy lifestyle, body contouring can take your body to the next level and enhance your confidence and self-image.

Here are a few of the amazing body contouring procedures available today:

• Liposuction – Get rid of excess fat in localized areas like the thighs, abdomen, and arms.
• Tummy Tuck ­– Tone up your abdominal area with this abdominal rejuvenation procedure.
• Buttock Lift – Reshape your posterior for a more youthful contour.
• Leg Lift – Recontour the upper thighs to remove excess fat and skin.
• Arm Lift – Flabby arms can be reshaped for a more toned appearance.
• Post Bariatric Surgery – Removal of excess skin after weight-loss surgery is a great way to complete the total body transformation.
• Breast Reduction –  Women with large breasts or men with gynecomastia can have this surgery to remove excess breast tissue.
• Nonsurgical Body Shaping: VelaShape – Use this nonsurgical treatment to reshape the thighs, buttocks, love handles and abdomen for a firmer, tighter look.
• Breast Enlargement – Get a fuller figure, and a proportionately smaller waist appearance, with safe breast implants.
• Breast Lift – The breast lift procedure works well for women who experience sagging due to aging or breastfeeding.

Body contouring really offers something for everyone. Take a look at some incredible before and after photos to see how effective plastic surgery procedures can enhance your appearance.

Not sure what treatment is right for you? Find your perfect body contouring procedure during a free, one-on-one consultation with highly respected San Francisco plastic surgeon Dr. Robert Aycock.

—Lindsey Kesel, Cosmetic Surgery Consultant