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