Doctor Loutfy in Albuquerque, New Mexico

Name: William Loutfy, MD
Last name: Loutfy
Began aesthetic medicine in: 1997
Years experience: 26
Primary Specialty: Plastic Surgeon
Business: Albuquerque Center For Plastic Surgery, P.C.
Address: 5203 Juan Tabo NE
Address suite: 1C
Phone: +1 505-299-4900
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City: Albuquerque
State: New Mexico
Zip Code: 87111
Country: US
Statement: Dr. Loutfy has earned both a medical and dental degree and has had extensive surgical training including: general surgery, oral and maxillofacial surgery as well as plastic surgery. This unique combination of education and surgical experiences gives Dr. Loutfy an opportunity to treat each patient with individualized artistic care.
Consulting Fees: 50$
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End Time: 12/31/2023
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Clinical Privileges
  • Albuquerque Center for Plastic Surgery
Education
  • Medical: MD, Medical College of Wisconsin
Postdoc Training
  • Dr. Loutfy has earned both a medical and dental degree and has had extensive surgical training including: general surgery, oral and maxillofacial surgery as well as plastic surgery. This unique combination of education and surgical experiences gives Dr. Loutfy an opportunity to treat each patient with individualized artistic care.
Member of
  • American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS)
  • American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS)

William Loutfy, MD

Board Certification
William George Loutfy (ABMSUID -07342)

Viewed: 8/14/2008
Day of birth: 11/09/1960}

Status: Alive
Certification: American Board of Plastic Surgery
Plastic Surgery – General

Status: Certified
Active Time-Limited Recertification: 12/1/2009 – 12/31/2019
Active Time-Limited Initial Certification:
3/27/1999 – 12/31/2009
Education: 1993 MD (Doctor of Medicine)
Location: Albuquerque Center for Plastic Surgery10400 Academy Rd NE Ste 230Albuquerque, NM 87111-7367 (United States)

GPS coordinates on map: 35.0804,-106.6269989

Primary location
Location name: Albuquerque
State: NM
Country: US
Map point: 35.0804,-106.6269989
Treatments
  • Arm Lift
  • Body Lift
  • Botox
  • Breast Augmentation
  • Breast Implant Removal
  • Breast Implant Revision
  • Breast Implants
  • Breast Lift
  • Breast Lift with Implants
  • Breast Reconstruction
  • Brow Lift
  • Buccal Fat Removal
  • Capsular Contracture Treatment
  • Cheek Augmentation
  • Cheek Lift
  • Chemical Peel
  • Chin Liposuction
  • Deep Plane Facelift
  • Dermabrasion
  • Dermaplaning
  • Drainless Tummy Tuck
  • Dysport
  • Ear Surgery
  • Eyelid Surgery
  • Facelift
  • Facelift Revision
  • Facial Fat Transfer
  • Genioplasty
  • Glycolic Peel
  • Gynecomastia Surgery
  • Hyaluronidase
  • Inverted Nipple Surgery
  • Juvederm
  • Lip Fillers
  • Lip Lift
  • Lip Surgery
  • Liposuction
  • Lower Facelift
  • Male Tummy Tuck
  • Mentor Breast Implants
  • Microdermabrasion
  • Microneedling
  • Mini Facelift
  • Mini Tummy Tuck
  • Mommy Makeover
  • Neck Lift
  • Nipple Surgery
  • Pelleve
  • Restylane
  • Restylane Defyne
  • Restylane Lyft
  • Restylane Refyne
  • Restylane Silk
  • Retin-A
  • Rhinoplasty
  • Salicylic Peel
  • Scar Removal
  • Sculptra
  • SMAS Facelift
  • Strattice
  • TCA Peel
  • Thigh Lift
  • Tummy Tuck
  • Tummy Tuck Revision

RealSelf Info

Rating: 4.7
Profile views: 27165
Answer count: 88
Review count: 30
1 star count: 1
3 star count: 2
5 star count: 11
Total star count: 14
Star rating: 3.5381333294329
Anonymous votes: 0
Offer count: 2
Profile created: Nov 18, 2007
Profile modified: Oct 2, 2021
Profile photo modified: Feb 23, 2021
Profile promotion: Yes
Profile inactive: No
Premier status: Free
Tier: Free-Claimed
RealCare Promise: No
Directory link: Board Certified Plastic Surgeon
RealSelf’s PRO: No
Doctor Designation Start Time: Jan 23, 2013
Doctor Designation End Time: Jan 1, 2033

Locations

  • Albuquerque, NM, US. GPS coordinates: 35.0804,-106.6269989

Latest ratings of treatments

  • Eyelid Surgery (Dec 2013) – Overall rating: 3/5 (Wait times: 3/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 4/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 3/5, Time spent with patient: 3/5, After care follow-up: 4/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 3/5)
  • Breast Augmentation (Oct 2020) – Overall rating: 5/5
  • Breast Lift with Implants (Sep 2023) – Overall rating: 5/5
  • Breast Augmentation (Sep 2023) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 5/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
  • Mommy Makeover (Sep 2023) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 5/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
  • Breast Augmentation (Sep 2023) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 5/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
  • Breast Lift (Sep 2023) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 4/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
  • Breast Implants (Mar 2011) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 5/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
  • Breast Implants (Sep 2023) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 5/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
  • Breast Implants (Sep 2023) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 5/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
  • Breast Augmentation (Sep 2023) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 5/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
  • Breast Augmentation (Sep 2023) – Overall rating: 4/5 (Wait times: 4/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 4/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 4/5, Payment process: 4/5, Time spent with patient: 4/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
  • Botox (Sep 2023) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 5/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
  • Breast Augmentation (Sep 2023) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 3/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
  • Breast Augmentation (Sep 2023) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 5/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
  • Breast Implants (Sep 2023) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 5/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
  • Breast Augmentation (Mar 2019) – Overall rating: 3/5
  • Breast Implants (Jul 2021) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 5/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
  • Breast Augmentation (Jul 2013) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 5/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 4/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
  • Chin Implant (Dec 2021) – Overall rating: 5/5
  • Chin Implant (Dec 2021) – Overall rating: 5/5
  • Calf Implant (Dec 2021) – Overall rating: 5/5
  • Breast Lift with Implants (Feb 2021) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 5/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
  • Botox (Oct 2022) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 5/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
  • Botox (Oct 2022) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 5/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
  • Tummy Tuck (Aug 2020) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 5/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
  • Breast Implants (Jun 2015) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 5/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
  • Mentor Breast Implants (Nov 2013) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 5/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
  • Breast Implants (Jul 2021) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 5/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
  • Breast Implants (Jul 2021) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 5/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)

Latest Prices

Eyelid Surgery Prices

  • $12000 – Dec 11, 2013 – Albuquerque, NM

Breast Augmentation Prices

  • $12000 – Oct 14, 2020
  • $9000 – Sep 2023 – Albuquerque, NM
  • $5300 – Sep 2023 – Albuquerque, NM
  • $7000 – Sep 2023 – Albuquerque, NM
  • $5707 – Sep 2023 – Albuquerque, NM
  • $6200 – Sep 2023 – Albuquerque, NM
  • $4500 – Sep 2023 – Albuquerque, NM
  • $6550 – Mar 27, 2019
  • $5800 – Jul 17, 2013 – Albuquerque, NM
  • $12000 – Oct 14, 2020
  • $12000 – Oct 14, 2020
  • $12000 – Oct 14, 2020
  • $12000 – Oct 14, 2020
  • $6700 – Jun 19, 2019
  • $6800 – Jun 19, 2019
  • $6550 – Mar 27, 2019
  • $6208 – Mar 27, 2019
  • $6208 – Mar 27, 2019
  • $5250 – Jun 15, 2011 – Albuquerque, NM
  • $5300 – Feb 2018 – Albuquerque, NM
  • $4500 – Nov 2017 – Albuquerque, NM
  • $9000 – Aug 2017 – Albuquerque, NM
  • $5300 – Jul 2017 – Albuquerque, NM
  • $5800 – Jul 17, 2013 – Albuquerque, NM
  • $6050 – Jun 1, 2015 – Albuquerque, NM
  • $5999 – May 2015 – Albuquerque, NM
  • $5100 – Nov 12, 2013 – Albuquerque, NM
  • $4500 – Aug 2014 – Albuquerque, NM
  • $6000 – Nov 12, 2013 – Albuquerque, NM
  • $6100 – Nov 12, 2013 – Albuquerque, NM
  • $6100 – Nov 12, 2013 – Albuquerque, NM
  • $6100 – Nov 12, 2013 – Albuquerque, NM
  • $9000 – Sep 2012 – Albuquerque, NM
  • $5707 – Aug 2012 – Albuquerque, NM
  • $5707 – Aug 2012 – Albuquerque, NM
  • $7000 – Aug 2012 – Albuquerque, NM
  • $7000 – Aug 2012 – Albuquerque, NM
  • $7000 – Aug 2012 – Albuquerque, NM
  • $5300 – Jun 2012 – Albuquerque, NM
  • $5300 – Jun 2012 – Albuquerque, NM
  • $9000 – May 2012 – Albuquerque, NM
  • $9000 – May 2012 – Albuquerque, NM
  • $5250 – Jun 15, 2011 – Albuquerque, NM
  • $5250 – Jun 15, 2011 – Albuquerque, NM
  • $6200 – Jan 2012 – Albuquerque, NM
  • $6200 – Jan 2012 – Albuquerque, NM
  • $4500 – Sep 2011 – Albuquerque, NM
  • $5250 – Jun 15, 2011 – Albuquerque, NM
  • $5250 – Jun 15, 2011 – Albuquerque, NM
  • $5250 – Jun 15, 2011 – Albuquerque, NM
  • $5250 – Jun 15, 2011 – Albuquerque, NM
  • $5250 – Jun 15, 2011 – Albuquerque, NM
  • $5250 – Jun 15, 2011 – Albuquerque, NM
  • $5250 – Jun 15, 2011 – Albuquerque, NM
  • $5250 – Jun 15, 2011 – Albuquerque, NM
  • $5250 – Jun 15, 2011 – Albuquerque, NM
  • $5250 – Jun 15, 2011 – Albuquerque, NM
  • $5250 – Jun 15, 2011 – Albuquerque, NM

Mommy Makeover Prices

  • $13000 – Sep 2023 – Albuquerque, NM
  • $13000 – Mar 2021 – Albuquerque, NM
  • $14000 – Jun 6, 2011 – New Mexico
  • $14000 – Jun 6, 2011 – New Mexico
  • $13000 – May 2012 – Albuquerque, NM
  • $14000 – Jun 6, 2011 – New Mexico

Breast Lift Prices

  • $9001 – Sep 2023 – Albuquerque, NM
  • $9001 – Nov 2017 – Albuquerque, NM
  • $9000 – Feb 2017 – Albuquerque, NM
  • $9000 – Sep 2012 – Albuquerque, NM
  • $9000 – Sep 2011 – Albuquerque, NM

Breast Implants Prices

  • $6300 – Mar 11, 2011 – Albuquerque, NM
  • $5820 – Sep 2023 – Albuquerque, NM
  • $5800 – Sep 2023 – Albuquerque, NM
  • $5800 – Sep 2023 – Albuquerque, NM
  • $6987 – Jul 28, 2021
  • $6050 – Jun 1, 2015 – Albuquerque, NM
  • $6500 – Dec 11, 2017 – Albuquerque, NM
  • $5800 – Oct 2018 – Albuquerque, NM
  • $5800 – Oct 2018 – Albuquerque, NM
  • $6500 – Dec 11, 2017 – Albuquerque, NM
  • $5820 – Sep 2017 – Albuquerque, NM
  • $6050 – Jun 1, 2015 – Albuquerque, NM
  • $6050 – Jun 1, 2015 – Albuquerque, NM
  • $6050 – Jun 1, 2015 – Albuquerque, NM
  • $6050 – Jun 1, 2015 – Albuquerque, NM
  • $6050 – Jun 1, 2015 – Albuquerque, NM
  • $6300 – Mar 11, 2011 – Albuquerque, NM
  • $6300 – Mar 11, 2011 – Albuquerque, NM
  • $5800 – Apr 2013 – Albuquerque, NM
  • $5800 – Apr 2013 – Albuquerque, NM
  • $5800 – Oct 2012 – Albuquerque, NM

Botox Prices

  • $28 – Oct 2022 – Albuquerque, NM
  • $28 – Oct 2012 – Albuquerque, NM

Tummy Tuck Prices

  • $10999 – Aug 31, 2020
  • $8200 – Dec 30, 2015 – Albuquerque, NM
  • $11000 – Aug 31, 2020
  • $11000 – Aug 31, 2020
  • $6300 – Dec 11, 2014 – Albuquerque, NM
  • $10000 – Oct 2018 – Albuquerque, NM
  • $8200 – Dec 31, 1969
  • $8200 – Dec 31, 1969
  • $8200 – Dec 31, 1969
  • $6300 – Dec 11, 2014 – Albuquerque, NM
  • $6300 – Dec 11, 2014 – albuquerque, nm
  • $6300 – Dec 11, 2014 – Albuquerque, NM
  • $10000 – Sep 2011 – Albuquerque, NM
  • $10000 – Sep 2011 – Albuquerque, NM

Mentor Breast Implants Prices

  • $5100 – Nov 12, 2013 – Albuquerque, NM

Juvederm Prices

  • $680 – Jul 14, 2016 – Albuquerque, NM
  • $680 – Jul 14, 2016 – Albuquerque, NM
  • $680 – Jul 14, 2016 – Albuquerque, NM

Other Prices

  • $9000 – Sep 2012 – Albuquerque, NM
  • $13000 – May 2012 – Albuquerque, NM
  • $13000 – May 2012 – Albuquerque, NM
  • $13000 – May 2012 – Albuquerque, NM
  • $4500 – Sep 2011 – Albuquerque, NM

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Dec 3, 2019 /
Dec 31, 2023
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$50 Consultation Fee
Apr 17, 2019 /
May 17, 2033
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Doctor's answers

Question
Answer Header & Date
Answer Snippet
5'3", 115lbs. 34a. Will 304cc Bring Me to a C Cup?
Cup size and implants
Sep 26, 2012
Unfortunately there is no absolutely accurate way to assess a given implant size to a specific cup size. Realistically speaking, accurate breast measurements obtained at your consultation will guide both you and your surgeon to implants that will fit your body.
Im 25 Yrs Old I Have Had 4 Children 3 of Which Were Csections How Can I Get Rid of my Overlap?
Extra skin
Sep 14, 2012
Exercise and dietary restraint is very helpful, however if you have loose skin after childbirth then it is unlikely that any other treatment aside from surgery will address your concerns.
Will a Breast Lift Improve Skin Texture or Just the Shape?
Skin texture
Sep 13, 2012
Unfortunately, surgery never improves skin quality- it only removes excess skin. Once the skin has been stretched beyond its elastic recoil it cannot rebound to its original position
How Much Rest Do I Need After a Tummy Tuck?
How much rest after a tummy tuck?
Sep 11, 2012
You should be walking immediately, but not excessively. This is to decrease the risk of developing a blood clot. I advise patients not to exercise for at least six weeks- similar to a woman that has had a C-section. It is most appropriate to have your activity questions addressed by your surgeon. He/She will be grateful that you are trying to be compliant and taking your recovery seriously.
Do I Need a Lift/Advice Benefits of Going over the Muscle?
Lift vs no lift, above vs below muscle?
Sep 10, 2012
In general, below the muscle- dual plane with silicone gel is a better overall outcome. Above the muscle with saline is likely to relate more long term cosmetic issues such as visible wrinkling . As far as the lift aspect of your question, a thorough exam would be necessary to give you all your options.
I Am Planning a Lift with Augmentation. I Have a 3 Wk Vacation to Get This Done?
RECOVERY TIME
Sep 2, 2012
Depending on your job requirements, 3 weeks is a reasonable time frame; however each surgeon may have different postoperative recommendations and restrictions to allow for uncomplicated and satisfactory healing. Keep in mind that at 3 weeks you are still healing--not fully healed--that process goes on for up to 1 year.
Losing Cc's Under the Muscle?
volume and under the muscle?
Aug 29, 2012
After several years of submuscular implant placement, I have come to the conclusion that there is so much variability even from one side of a patient's breasts, and chest wall and muscles-that I can not say that 50ccs will correct that difference. My best advice is to work with the base dimension of your breast measurement and find an implant that corresponds to that measurement.
Should I Get Tummy Tuck or Liposuction if I Am Only 19 Yrs Old?
Tummy Tuck vs Liposuction
Aug 28, 2012
I understand the confusion that you must be having, as you may get different opinions from different surgeons. However, given your height and weight -any surgery that is recommended to you is probably not your best option. An abdominoplasty is not an ideal procedure if you plan to have children . Liposuction is better suited if you are close to your goal weight. You may consider weight loss prior to investing your time, and hard earned money, and avoid disappointment in your surgical...
Do I Require a Breast Lift or Can I Just Get Implants?
To lift or not to lift?
Aug 14, 2012
Given your photos, it would be difficult to completely determine that as your arms are lifted, which changes the exam and your appearance. Patients frequently have an assumption that a very large implant may " lift" the breast, and avoid the needed for a breast lift.

If there is significant excess skin, a very large implant will unfortunately accelerate the sagging process. You would be best suited getting opinions of a few different plastic surgeons.

Fat Removal or Weight Loss?
Buccal fat pad removal?
Aug 5, 2012
Considering that you are 21, and our faces can thin out and lose fat as we age; I would consider optimizing your weight first prior to proceeding with any surgical procedure that is not reversible. Buccal fat pad excision is performed more frequently in patients undergoing upper jaw surgery were surgical elevation of the jaws may cause excessive fullness in the cheeks. It is much less frequently performed in other situations.
I Want my Breast Inmplants Deflated. Can I Do That Instead of Removal? Costs?
Should you remove them?
Aug 4, 2012
I have had an experience that a patient wanted the implants removed within the first 2 weeks after surgery. I suggested that she wait to allow the settling process to occur; but she instead had another surgeon honor her request- and he removed them.

She returned to me for a request for a second augmentation within 6 months. It would be wise to allow your tissues and your feelings to settle for a while before you make your final decision.

Does surgery only close the gap or does it improve muscular function too?
Diastasis and back pain
Jul 30, 2012
Generally speaking, closing a Diastasis is more of an aesthetic issue than a functional issues as it is not truly a hernia. However, I have had a few patients inform me after an abdominoplasty ( the Diastasis was repaired) that their back pain was markedly improved.

I would not recommend to patients to have an abdominoplasty solely to improve chronic back pain; if it it incidentally helps, then that is an added benefit.

It is 7/2 and I Have Abdominoplasty Scheduled 8/16, I Am a Smoker and 24 Years Old. Risks?
Quit Smoking---now.
Jul 30, 2012
Regardless of the surgery planned, smoking increases the risk of complications significantly-this has been studied in plastic surgery as well as other surgical specialties. If you are concerned about accommodating your schedule, you will likely have a complication with healing that will take much longer to recover from than scheduling your surgery in the future.
Full Tt or Mini Tt?
Full vs. Mini?
Jul 22, 2012
Very few patients benefit from a mini abdominoplasty, since most women notice some muscle weakness or laxity above their belly button. If you are one of the fortunate ladies that has tight muscles above the belly button then a " mini" may be acceptable to you.

Be sure that you completely relax your abdomen during your examination.

Will 270 Cc Give Me a Full C Cup? I Am Currently a Small B, 5'8'' and 117 Lbs.
Confusing cup sizes
Jul 17, 2012
Unfortunately there is no direct correlation between implant size and cup size. You may have noticed that some of your friends have the same size implant as others but have a different appearance and bra size. Moreover there is no "standard' among bra manufacturing companies to insure consistency. The best recommendation that I may suggest is to visit with your plastic surgeon and have he or she examine you thoroughly. Then try different size and style implant sizers to get comfortable...

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