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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

Who Is a Good Candidates for Liposuction?

To qualify for liposuction, you should enjoy a healthy weight, good physical health, good skin elasticity, and an active lifestyle.

Posted by Stuart Baker on Feb 19, 2015

The Role That Compression Garments Play in Body Contouring Surgery

Compression garments play a vital role in healing after body contouring procedures such as liposuction and tummy tuck surgery.

Posted by Stuart Baker on Nov 19, 2014

Skin Dimpling After Liposuction: Why It Happens and What Can Be Done About It

Dimpling may occur after liposuction when fat reduction is too aggressive or fat distribution is uneven. Treatment options are available.

Posted by Stuart Baker on Aug 18, 2014

Achieving Smoother, More Attractive Contours through Abdominal Liposuction

For qualified candidates, abdominal liposuction can truly transform the abdominal region, eliminating those stubborn pockets of fat.

Posted by Stuart Baker on Jun 17, 2014

Temporary Liposuction Side Effects

When performed by a skilled plastic surgeon, liposuction is a safe, low-risk procedure. Nevertheless, patients should expect certain side effects.

Posted by Stuart Baker on Apr 17, 2014

The Tumescent Liposuction Technique

With tumescent solution, liposuction can be performed more easily and with fewer side effects. Here’s how you can benefit from the tumescent liposuction procedure.

Posted by Stuart Baker on Jan 27, 2014

Popular Male Plastic Surgery Procedures

More and more men are undergoing cosmetic plastic surgery in order to reduce wrinkles, tone their frame, and look their absolute best. Let's take a…

Posted by Stuart Baker on May 14, 2013

How to Get a Great Butt - Cosmetic Treatments for the Buttocks

If you are unhappy with the appearance of your derriere, it can damage your self-confidence. Find out how you can get a great looking butt…

Posted by Stuart Baker on Mar 01, 2012

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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