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Not All Mommy Makeovers Are the Same

Posted on May 31, 2017 by Dr. Paul Ruff

Some women’s bodies bounce back after having a baby, no worse for wear. More often, though, the physical toll that occurs after pregnancy, childbirth, and breastfeeding can transform the body so much that a woman may never again think of shopping for a bikini. A Mommy Makeover — which typically includes a tummy tuck and breast augmentation at our Washington, D.C. practice — can restore not only your body, but your confidence, too. One of the benefits of mommy makeover surgery is that our surgeons customize a combination of procedures to address the specific concerns of each patient. That may … Continue reading

Toxins, Fillers and Lasers…Oh My! How do I Choose?

Posted on May 19, 2017 by Dr. Paul Ruff

The most recent statistics from the American Society for Plastic Surgeons confirm that the trend towards non-surgical options continues. We are a society of instant gratification and clearly, surgery means recovery and down time. Toxins, fillers and lasers have been the foundation and remain at the forefront of the movement towards non-surgical cosmetic solutions. They are reliable, time tested and continually improving. Toxins (scary but generic term that encompasses the first wrinkle reducer we will talk about) are used to treat lines and wrinkles due to muscle activity. The common ones are the 11’s between the brows, forehead lines and … Continue reading

ThermiVA

Posted on May 15, 2017 by Dr. Paul Ruff

We would like to take a moment to talk to you about ThermiVA. This is a revolutionary new procedure to treat the symptoms of vaginal atrophy, helping to restore self-confidence and improving interpersonal relationships.  Having children comes with many wonderful blessings’ however, incontinence or leaking with laughing, sneezing and exercise is a frequent consequence of stretching the pelvic floor.  Many women will avoid exercise because they are afraid of a leak spot on their clothes.  Nearly 1 in 2 women that are peri-menopausal suffer from vaginal atrophy.  Common symptoms are dryness, itching, painful intercourse, incontinence, and loss of orgasms during intercourse.  These symptoms may have a … Continue reading

Hormones: Best Friend or Worst Enemy?

Posted on November 30, 2016 by Dr. Pickler

Most women understand all too well what the concept of being “hormonal” means. Usually thoughts of PMS, moodiness, irritability, anxiety, depression, poor sleep, fatigue, and overall just feeling cruddy come to mind. For those who don’t understand it, hormonal imbalances are a convenient excuse for a woman’s unpleasant disposition. The reality is that hormone imbalances are a valid medical issue that negatively affects one’s relationships, work, and health. What are hormones? Hormones are chemical substances produced in the body that control and regulate the activity of certain cells or organs. Hormones are secreted by special glands and are then sent … Continue reading

Did Bill Clinton have facial plastic surgery?

Posted on July 27, 2016 by Staff

I was watching the Democratic National convention last night, specifically Bill Clinton’s speech, and I couldn’t help but think about how good he looked. I started looking a little closer and noticed that his neckline looked sharp, clean, and rejuvenated. As a facial plastic surgeon, I take photographs of all my patients and understand that the smallest inconsistency between photos can make someone look different. Especially in the era of selfies, one can change the way their nose, mouth, and eyes look by just turning their head at a different angle. I looked through a number of photos and have … Continue reading

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