The Center for Cosmetic Medicine

Sculpt Your Arms with Liposuction

Liposuction is a customizable treatment that removes fat through very small incisions. It can target stubborn pockets of fat that do not respond to diet…

Posted by Stuart Baker on May 14, 2020

How and When Should I Massage My Breasts After Augmentation?

Massaging your breasts after breast augmentation can help prevent capsular contracture while promoting the proper settling of your breast implants. Breast massaging is critical during…

Posted by Stuart Baker on Apr 20, 2020

Sleeping Position after Breast Augmentation

Following your breast augmentation at our Decatur practice, you will be given detailed recovery guidelines that should be followed closely. These instructions will include guidelines…

Posted by Stuart Baker on Mar 15, 2020

Open vs. Closed Rhinoplasty: What's the Difference?

When considering nose surgery, it's important to understand the difference between open versus closed rhinoplasty. Today, we'll take a closer look.

Posted by Stuart Baker on Feb 13, 2020

Insurance Requirements for Breast Reduction

Breast reduction surgery is covered by medical insurance in some cases. Dr. Stuart Baker goes over requirements for patients interested in the procedure.

Posted by Stuart Baker on Jan 13, 2020

Droopy Eyelid Surgery

Eyelid surgery (blepharoplasty) can treat drooping and sagging. The Center for Cosmetic Medicine discusses the benefits and results.

Posted by Stuart Baker on Dec 14, 2019

Treatments for Drooping Cheeks

There are many surgical and non-surgical treatments for jowls and drooping cheeks. The Center for Cosmetic Medicine covers the most common options.

Posted by Stuart Baker on Nov 12, 2019

Sun Exposure After Facelift: Understanding the Issues

Sun exposure can have a negative effect on facelift scars and results. The Center for Cosmetic Medicine offers tips and advice for patients.

Posted by Stuart Baker on Oct 14, 2019

Tightness After Breast Augmentation

Tightness after breast augmentation is a potential issue after surgery. The team at the Center for Cosmetic Medicine discusses why it happens.

Posted by Stuart Baker on Sep 13, 2019

Reduce the Appearance of Tummy Tuck Scars

The appearance of tummy tuck scarring can be reduced and revised. Let’s consider pre-op and post-op abdominoplasty scar therapy options.

Posted by Stuart Baker on Aug 13, 2019

Dr. Stuart Baker

The Center for Cosmetic Medicine

Dr. Stuart Baker is a board-certified plastic surgeon with decades of experience. He has been recognized as a "master injector" by Allergan, the maker of BOTOX® Cosmetic and JUVÉDERM® products, for excellent patient outcomes. In addition to being a skilled plastic surgeon, he is also an orthopedic hand surgery specialist. His prestigious affiliations include:

  • American Society of Plastic Surgeons — ASPS 
  • American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery — ASAPS 
  • American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery — AACS 
  • American Medical Association — AMA 

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