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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

Liposuction for the Thighs and Hips

Thigh and hip liposuction can help you shed unwanted saddlebags and improve body contouring. Let’s discuss cosmetic fat removal treatment.

Posted by Stuart Baker on Jun 13, 2019

What Should Be on Your Surgery Recovery Shopping List?

Preparing for recovery before plastic surgery is a good way for patients to ensure a quick recovery. This surgery recovery shopping list can help.

Posted by Stuart Baker on Dec 11, 2017

The Relationship between Plastic Surgery and Age

What is the relationship between plastic surgery and age? As long as you have realistic expectations, candidacy isn’t necessarily determined by age.

Posted by Stuart Baker on Sep 13, 2017

Treatments for Excess Skin

Learn how you can rejuvenate your figure and refine the contours of your body through the removal of loose, hanging, excess skin.

Posted by Stuart Baker on Apr 13, 2017

Liposuction and Bruising: Patient Info on Side Effects

Bruising is a common side effect of liposuction and other kinds of cosmetic body sculpting surgeries. Let's see how patients can address these matters.

Posted by Stuart Baker on Nov 11, 2016

Cosmetic Treatments to Trim and Tone the Thighs

Dr. Stuart Baker offers a number of cosmetic treatments that smooth, trim, and tone the thighs to enhance the appearance of the legs.

Posted by Stuart Baker on Jun 14, 2016

Cosmetic Treatments for the Arms

If hanging skin has you feeling insecure about your upper arms, cosmetic treatments for the arms may be right for you.

Posted by Stuart Baker on May 14, 2016

No Love for the Handles: Treatments for Flabby Flanks

Love handles and flabby flanks can affect body contour. There are many cosmetic surgery options for these issues.

Posted by Stuart Baker on Apr 15, 2016

The Side Effects of Tummy Tuck Surgery

Common side effects of tummy tuck surgery (abdominoplasty) include pain, discomfort, bruising, swelling, and scarring.

Posted by Stuart Baker on Apr 17, 2015

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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