Do you wear shirts and dresses with sleeves in the summer because you feel self-conscious about the appearance of your upper arms? Do you believe that your arms are making you look older or heavier than you really are? If so, you may be considered a good candidate for an arm tuck at the office of Dr. Bruce Kadz in Beverly Hills, CA. This procedure can improve the appearance of your arms and help you to feel more confident in your body.   How Does an Arm Tuck Work? An arm tuck improves the appearance of the upper arm, primarily, by removing excess skin. This is accomplished thanks to a strategically placed incision. There are three places the incision can be placed depending on your unique circumstances. The exact placement of the incision will be discussed during your initial consultation. We can also advise you on whether you will benefit from other procedures, like liposuction, during your initial consultation. Other ways an arm lift improves the appearance of the upper arms include tightening loose skin and removing a small amount of excess fat. However, you will need upper arm liposuction if you are concerned about a large amount of fat. What Happens During the Procedure?  The arm lift process can be broken down into a few simple steps. The first step involves preparing you for your procedure. First, we will ensure that your upper arm skin is not irritated. If it is, we will not be able to proceed with the procedure as scheduled. Assuming your skin is free from irritation and you are not ill, we will sanitize the upper arms. Then, we will use a washable marker to guide the incision placement in the next step. The last part of the preparation process is to ensure that you remain comfortable throughout the procedure. If you only need an arm lift, you will most likely be administered a local anesthetic. If you are improving the appearance of other regions of your body, too, you will probably be given general anesthesia. We will advise you on the right type of anesthesia based on your health and goals during your initial consultation. The Second Step The second step of an arm lift involves making careful incisions guided by the lines we drew in the preparation step. These incisions will allow us to remove a small amount of fat between your underarm and elbow. However, you shouldn’t expect much fat loss from an arm lift; it is not a fat removal procedure. Once we’ve removed some of your excess fat, we will remove any excess upper arm skin you may have. Once you no longer have any excess upper arm skin, the remaining skin will be tightened. If you are concerned about a large amount of upper arm fat, we can insert a cannula and suction device into the incisions made to remove the excess skin and remove a lot of upper arm fat. The Final Step Once your excess upper arm skin has been removed, your remaining upper arm skin has been tightened, and we have removed excess upper arm fat, your incisions will be sutured closed. Then, you will wait in your hospital gown for the effects of the anesthesia to wear off. Once you are fully awake, we will review your post-op care guidelines with you. Make sure you have a ride home; you will not be able to drive after the procedure. What Happens During the Recovery Process?  Everyone’s post-op recovery process is unique. If you have a sedentary job, you may only need to take three to five days off from work to focus on your recovery. However, you should keep in mind that you cannot drive within 24 hours of taking certain analgesics. Therefore, you may need to work from home or have someone drive you to work if you take prescription analgesics after your surgery. If you have a very active job, you may need to take a couple of weeks off from work to recover. Regardless of how much time you take off from work to recover, you need to keep in mind that rest is crucial to the recovery process. You should aim to sleep for nine hours consecutively every night, and you should also nap whenever you feel particularly tired. Don’t be surprised if you need to nap during the first one to three days post-op if you get general anesthesia. What Can I Do To Speed Up My Recovery Process?  If you want your recovery process to go as quickly as possible, it’s not just important that you rest. It is also important that you eat and drink right. For the first two weeks post-op, it is crucial that you do not drink alcohol. Alcohol consumption will affect your blood pressure and lengthen your recovery time significantly. It is also important to avoid nicotine consumption during this time to keep your blood pressure normal. In addition to not smoking and drinking alcohol, you need to make sure you’re staying hydrated. Your urine should be pale throughout the recovery process. If you notice it is dark, make a point to drink more hydrating fluids. Also, make sure you are eating plenty of protein and vitamin C. These nutrients, particularly if you are well hydrated, will be used to bolster the collagen in your skin so it can heal the incisions made during your surgery. Am I a Good Candidate for This Procedure?  We will advise you on whether you are a good arm tuck candidate during your initial consultation once we have discussed your health thoroughly, discussed your desired outcome, and evaluated your current aesthetic. If you are relatively healthy and neither pregnant nor breastfeeding, there is a good chance you will qualify if you’re worried about the appearance of your upper arms. Just keep in mind that this procedure may not be ideal if you plan to become pregnant. Every pregnancy is unique, but it is not uncommon for pregnant women to gain upper arm fat during their pregnancy. If you gain and subsequently lose a significant amount of weight in your upper arms, there is a chance that you will be left with excess or loose skin and need a follow-up procedure.   Am I a Good Candidate for Liposuction?  Whether you are a good liposuction candidate largely depends on how much subcutaneous fat you have in your areas of concern. While you may have visceral fat, lipo can’t do anything about it. It can only remove excess fat near the surface of the skin. Generally, there should be at least one inch of pinchable fat in an area of concern, like the upper arms, but there can’t be too much excess subcutaneous fat. As a general rule of thumb, if you are no more than 30 pounds from your goal weight, you will probably qualify for liposuction. However, this procedure is not right for women who are pregnant or breastfeeding, and it may not be right for women who plan to become pregnant in the future. It may not be right for pregnant women due to the potential of significant fat gain and the need for a follow-up procedure. Where Can Lipo Remove Fat From?  Liposuction can be used to remove excess subcutaneous fat from pretty much anywhere there is the right amount of excess fat. For instance, it can be used to remove a significant amount of fat from the upper arms. It can also be used to remove excess fat from other areas, including the chest, abdomen, thighs, buttocks, back, and neck. How Long Will My Lipo Results Last?  Liposuction removes a large percentage of the fat cells in the treatment areas. After the procedure, the treated areas are permanently smaller because adults can’t grow new fat cells. However, you’ll need to keep your weight relatively stable after your procedure for permanent results. Schedule Your Initial Consultation Today Do you think an arm tuck would help you improve your self-confidence? Do you think exercise would be easier if you had less upper arm skin? If so, you may be considered a good candidate for an arm lift. It helps to improve the appearance of the upper arms by removing excess skin, tightening loose skin, and removing a little bit of fat. Contact us today at the office of Dr. Bruce Kadz in Beverly Hills, CA to schedule your initial consultation and learn more.

Many women around the world wish they could enhance the size or symmetry of their breasts. The good news is that you can — with breast augmentation in Beverly Hills. This procedure offers you a solution to get the silhouette you have always wanted, regardless of what shape you may be starting from.  If you want to know the ins and outs of this procedure before booking an initial consultation, here is what you need to know.  What Is Breast Augmentation? Breast augmentation surgery is the term used in the plastic surgery industry to talk about breast enhancement. This procedure can modify the shape and size of the breasts by using different types of implants.  Oftentimes, the desire to make changes to the bustline is motivated by aesthetic goals. At other times, the motivation may be a medical one.  This procedure can help correct tissue loss following a surgery (most often, a mastectomy due to a battle with breast cancer). However, it can also be a great way to simply boost volume if you have any lingering dissatisfaction with your bustline.  Our goal is three-pronged: we want to help you improve your shape, fullness, and size all in one fell swoop. Why Choose Breast Augmentation? There are myriad reasons to consider breast augmentation surgery. Here are a few of the top reasons we hear from our patients at Kadz Plastic Surgery in Beverly Hills, CA. Improving Your Figure  Do you feel that your breasts are too small for your frame? Any glance at popular entertainment and social media will make it clear that a certain silhouette is prized in the U.S. However, not everyone is born with a sizable bust, and the size of many women’s breasts is not in proportion to the rest of their bodies. Breast augmentation can help. Our breast enhancement procedure gives patients the full chest they desire and helps balance their overall figure. Improving Symmetry It is relatively common to see women who have uneven breasts. This asymmetry can present a challenge when it comes to finding clothes or bras that fit well. A shirt or bra may fit well on one side but appear less than flattering on the other. Fortunately, we can help correct the symmetry of your breasts with augmentation. Regaining Your Breasts Many women desire breast augmentation in Beverly Hills for medical reasons. If you have lost breast tissue due to a necessary mastectomy, you might want to restore your figure to what it was before (or enhance your previous size).  Kadz Plastic Surgery can help you regain your silhouette after a mastectomy. Types of Implants While every procedure that we perform will be unique to you, there are a few options to choose from when it comes to your implants. You will have to decide between the three major types of implants:  Saline Silicone Structured saline  Here is what you need to know about each type.  Saline Saline is one of the most popular options for natural-looking breasts. These implants are filled with sterile salt water, so they are completely natural. Most are implanted empty and are filled during the procedure so that we can achieve perfect symmetry in your new silhouette. The FDA has approved saline implants for women 18 and older. Silicone On the other hand, silicone implants are filled before they are implanted. They are known to feel more like natural breast tissue. Many patients believe that silicone breast implants feel more realistic than saline implants. Silicone implants are FDA-approved for women ages 22 and older. Structured Saline Structured saline implants are another option. These implants are filled with sterile salt water. Unlike traditional saline implants, structured saline implants also hold an inner structure to give them a realistic look and feel. They could be a good midway point if you are uncertain about saline vs. silicone implants.  Of course, we will answer all of your questions regarding which implant type is best for you during your first consultation.  Who Is the Ideal Candidate for Breast Augmentation? Are you convinced that breast augmentation surgery is the right fit for you? It’s time to look at the ideal candidate for this procedure.  You might be surprised to learn that most women can benefit from breast augmentation in Beverly Hills. To be an ideal candidate, you must be an adult woman at least 18 years old who is in relatively good health and has a desire to enhance her bustline.  To determine whether you are an ideal candidate, we want to meet with you for an initial consultation. We can evaluate your starting point and cosmetic goals, as well as answer any questions that arise surrounding the procedure.  Dr. Bruce B. Kadz will use his expertise, honed by performing thousands of these types of procedures, to determine whether you could benefit from breast augmentation. We know that there is no such thing as a one-size-fits-all solution to your breasts, so we will recommend a customized treatment plan based on your aesthetic goals. Breast Augmentation Consultation If you are ready to enhance your silhouette with a larger or more symmetrical bustline, then you need to trust your care to one of the top plastic surgeons in Beverly Hills, CA.  Patients come from across the nation and beyond to benefit from the experience and skill of board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Kadz. At Kadz Plastic Surgery, you are in the most capable hands. Give our office a call today to book your first consultation. We’ll come up with a customized treatment plan for you!

Are you looking for the best plastic surgeon in Beverly Hills? Don’t trust your transformation to just anyone. You need someone with the credentials and experience required to improve your appearance the right way.  Whether you want dramatic results or something more subtle, trust your plastic surgery to a professional who has the skills necessary to give you the change you want. Dr.  Bruce B. Kadz is the top plastic surgeon in Beverly Hills, but you don’t have to take our word for it. Take a look at his impressive experience and education for yourself!  Education Education is one of the most important aspects of trusting your care to a plastic surgeon. You need a doctor who has spent his years learning from the best of the best. When you trust Dr. Kadz with your plastic surgery in Beverly Hills, you can rest assured that you are in the best hands possible. Dr. Kadz completed his undergraduate education locally at the University of California in Los Angeles. Then, he moved on to earn his medical degree from the Medical College of Wisconsin. Both schools are well-known in their respective fields for producing top-quality students. Under the tutelage of top-notch faculty, Dr. Kadz learned the ins and outs of his field. He has even gone on to conduct training himself. Experience as a Plastic Surgeon After his medical school education, Dr. Kadz completed his general surgery residency, giving him plenty of experience with surgical interventions. This residency was completed at the Medical College of Wisconsin Affiliated Hospitals.  However, this was not where his true passion was, and he decided to pursue a residency in the area that truly interested him: plastic surgery. Dr. Kadz completed his residency in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery at the University of Miami and Jackson Memorial Medical Center Program. He also completed a post-graduate fellowship there to cement his experience in this complex field. Continuing Education Of course, education doesn’t end when you get your degree. Particularly in the medical field, it is important to keep abreast of all of the changes that occur with modern medicine. Before you sign up for plastic surgery in Beverly Hills, you want to ensure that your doctor knows everything there is to know about your upcoming procedure.   That is why Dr. Kadz prioritizes enrolling in workshops and courses to keep up with the latest advancements in his field.   Over the past decade, he has attended more than 20 courses to study the technology associated with plastic and reconstructive surgery, including on topics like the following: Ultrasonic-assisted lipoplasty Hair restoration surgery Laser hair removal Laser surgery Aesthetic rhinoplasty Microsurgery Dr. Kadz brings all of his technical training and expertise back to his patients as the best plastic surgeon in Beverly Hills at Kadz Plastic Surgery. Teaching In addition to his own continuing education, Dr. Kadz shares his knowledge with others as the top plastic surgeon in Beverly Hills. It takes a skilled doctor to teach others what one knows, and Dr. Kadz believes in giving back to those who want to learn the art of plastic and reconstructive surgery. Dr. Kadz conducts traveler and visitor training at the University of California campuses. He teaches others what he has learned through years of experience in facial aesthetic surgery and craniofacial surgery. Professional Organizations If you want to visit the best plastic surgeon in Beverly Hills, you need someone who has the right credentials. Not only do you want a surgeon certified by the Board of Plastic Surgery, but you also want to know that your surgeon to the guidelines and standards of the best professional organizations in the country. Dr. Kadz prioritizes his membership in professional organizations, as it helps him to stay current with modern changes in the industry. He adheres to the best practices outlined by these organizations, including: American College of Surgeons American Society of Plastic Surgeons International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery Lipoplasty Society D. Ralph Millard Plastic Surgery Society These societies are top names in the plastic surgery industry, so you can rest assured that you are in good hands.  Current Work Are you interested in what the best plastic surgeon in Beverly Hills can offer you to help improve your appearance? Dr. Kadz performs a wide variety of procedures that can benefit every part of the body, from the arms to the abdomen to the buttocks. He offers surgical interventions for the body such as arm tucks, Brazilian butt lifts, breast augmentations and lifts, and liposuction. For patients who want to improve their facial appearance, Dr. Kadz also expertly performs facelifts, rhinoplasties, eye lifts, and neck lifts. If you’re not ready for an invasive procedure, there are other non-surgical options beyond plastic surgery in Beverly Hills. Dr. Kadz and his team can combat the signs of aging on the skin with the top fillers, Botox injections, and chemical peels. Book Your Consultation Are you ready to learn more about plastic surgery in Beverly Hills? You need to consult with the top plastic surgeon in Beverly Hills: Dr. Kadz of Kadz Plastic Surgery.  Dr. Kadz has the experience and education to assist you with improving your appearance with everything from surgical options to non-surgical treatments. Don’t settle for a one-size-fits-all approach when it comes to your appearance. Find out more about what Dr. Kadz can offer you by booking a consultation to come up with a customized treatment plan just for you. Give our Beverly Hills, CA, office a call to book your initial consultation today!

Liposuction is one of the most popular cosmetic procedures in the world. It can be used to treat a wide variety of problems, including the appearance of gynecomastia in overweight men and excess abdominal and arm fat in women who were pregnant. It’s offered at the office of Dr. Bruce Kadz in Beverly Hills, CA, and we get a lot of questions about the results of this procedure. Here’s what you need to know about losing weight with lipo. How Much Weight Can You Lose From Liposuction?  You can generally expect to lose up to 10 pounds from liposuction. However, the amount of fat that can be removed safely during this procedure depends on your body mass index. If you’re already at your goal weight, we may only be able to remove one to five pounds (roughly an inch) of fat from you. On the other hand, if you are far from your ideal weight, we may be able to remove up to 11 pounds of fat from your body. Note, if you have already lost a significant amount of weight, there is a chance that you have excess skin. If you have a significant amount of excess skin, you may qualify for a body lift. For example, you may be a good candidate for upper arm lipo and an arm lift. If you qualify for a lift, we can remove excess skin, meaning you can lose even more weight safely. How Much Weight Can I Lose After Lipo?  Once your procedure is complete, you are free to lose as much weight as you want to. However, there is a limit to how quickly you should lose weight post-op. It is not advisable to lose over two pounds per week. You should also keep in mind that you should make an effort to lose no more than 1% of your body mass weekly. Therefore, if you weigh only 130 pounds, you should lose no more than roughly 1.3 pounds per week post-op. There is a good reason it is a good rule of thumb to lose no more than 1% of your body mass weekly. The faster you lose weight, the more likely you are to have loose skin when you reach your ideal weight. Note that there are other factors that affect your risk of developing loose skin if you lose weight rapidly. Among these factors are the quality of your diet, how well you care for your skin health, and your age. Can I Work Out After My Lipo Session Is Complete?  Yes, it is possible to work out after your lipo session is complete. In fact, regular moderate exercise is strongly recommended during the early stages of your recovery. You shouldn’t expect to feel up to working out during the first 24 hours post-op due to the way sedation or general anesthesia affects your body. If you are administered general anesthesia, there is a good chance that you will feel unusually tired for three days after your procedure. Once you’re feeling up to it, you should get moderate exercise as often as you can. It is crucial that you do not overexert yourself, so you can’t do vigorous exercise. You also shouldn’t exercise for too long. Ideally, you should aim for 10- to 30-minute long moderate cardio sessions. If you still have quite a bit of weight to lose, it is okay to get up to 60 minutes of moderate exercise daily five days per week. Just make sure you’re getting plenty of rest, too. Can I Do Resistance Training?  During the first several weeks following your fat removal procedure, you should avoid resistance training as a way to burn calories. Even if you only lift weights at a moderate intensity, you can lengthen your recovery process. We will advise you on the weight lifting restrictions you will have during your initial consultation, and you may be able to start lifting sooner if you recover quickly. As a general rule, you should refrain from lifting anything weighing 10 pounds or more during the first couple of weeks post-op. It will be approximately six to eight weeks before you can safely resume lifting heavy weights and engaging in other vigorous physical activity. What Should I Eat During My Recovery Period?  Most of your diet during your recovery period should comprise high-quality protein and soluble fiber. It is particularly important to make sure you’re eating enough soluble fiber during your recovery period because you do not want to have uncomfortable constipation symptoms while you’re recovering from surgery. It is very important to eat plenty of protein during your recovery period because protein is made up of amino acids. Everyone needs to consume an adequate amount of nine essential amino acids to stay relatively healthy. If an insufficient amount of essential amino acids is consumed, your body’s ability to build things made up of protein, like muscle tissue and collagen, is impaired. To recover from your procedure as quickly as possible, it is essential that you get enough amino acids to build plenty of collagen. Collagen plays a crucial role in helping the skin heal itself. What Foods Should I Incorporate Into My Post-Op Diet?  Dark green vegetables are great to incorporate into your post-op diet because they are high in protein, soluble fiber, and vitamin C. Both protein and vitamin C are key ingredients in collagen. If possible, eat dark green veggies with every meal. For example, you may have a kale smoothie and scrambled eggs with spinach for breakfast. For lunch, you may have a broccoli salad, and you may have Brussels sprouts with dinner. Am I a Good Candidate for This Procedure?  The only way to determine whether you are a good fit for this procedure is to attend an initial evaluation. This procedure is extremely effective in some cases, but it is not effective in every case. To ensure that you will achieve your desired results with lipo, we need to evaluate your areas of concern and verify that there is the right amount of fat in your areas of concern. If you’re considering lipo, it is important to understand that this fat removal technique is not the most effective when there is little fat in an area of concern. You also must understand that this procedure may not be able to provide you with your desired results if there is a very large amount of excess fat in an area of concern. How Does My Health Affect My Candidacy for Lipo?  It is of the utmost importance that you are healthy to qualify for lipo. Most people who undergo this procedure are given general anesthesia due to its ability to put you to sleep, ensuring you’re calm, and numb your entire body, ensuring that you feel no pain or discomfort. To be a good candidate for general anesthesia, your heart and lungs must be healthy. Also, it is important that you can regulate your blood sugar effectively. Effective blood sugar regulation is important because you will need to fast for eight hours prior to the administration of the general anesthesia. Fasting is a critical preparation step because if your stomach is not empty when you are intubated, how your body reacts to the medication can be affected. Therefore, to qualify for general anesthesia, you cannot have uncontrolled diabetes. Other health factors that affect your candidacy include: Your pregnancy status A history of cancer Liver failure Renal failure   Find Out Today Whether Lipo Is Right for You The amount of fat you can lose from lipo depends on your body mass. We can’t tell you how much weight you can expect to lose without evaluating your cosmetic goals, subcutaneous fat distribution, and body mass. What we can tell you is that you shouldn’t expect to lose more than 10 pounds from this procedure unless you have a lot of weight to lose before you reach your goal weight. We can also tell you that you can lose even more weight if you opt for a body lift if you have excess skin following your weight loss. If you think lipo could improve your self-confidence, we’re here for you. Contact us today at the office of Dr. Bruce Kadz in Beverly Hills, CA to schedule your initial liposuction consultation. We can’t wait to create a customized treatment plan that will help you solve all of your body contouring problems.

Have you tried every diet under the sun to budge stubborn pockets of excess fat? Have you been exercising diligently for years without sculpting your ideal contours? If so, you may be an excellent candidate for liposuction, a body contouring procedure offered at the office of Dr. Bruce Kadz in Beverly Hills, CA. However, people have a lot of questions about this cosmetic procedure. In this comprehensive guide, we answer them. How Long Is Recovery After Liposuction?  The liposuction recovery process can take a couple of months, but you shouldn’t need to take more than a few weeks off from work to dedicate to your recovery. As a general rule, you can expect to take a week off from work if you have a sedentary job. You can expect to take two weeks off from work if you have a physically demanding job. However, if you can work from home, you shouldn’t need to schedule more than three days off to recover. Note, even though you won’t need to take a lot of time off from work to dedicate to your recovery, it is of the utmost importance that you make rest, hydration, and nutrition your top priorities for the first couple of weeks post-op. The reason why you shouldn’t have to take more than a few days off from work if you can work remotely is that it is very important that you nap whenever you feel particularly tired during the first week or two of your recovery. What Restrictions Will I Need To Adhere to During My Recovery?  Don’t Smoke For the smoothest possible recovery, it is crucial that you do not smoke or consume any other product containing nicotine. Nicotine elevates your blood pressure, making it harder for your heart to circulate crucial, healing nutrients throughout your body. In other words, if you smoke or consume other forms of nicotine during your recovery, your body will take longer to heal than it should. Excessive caffeine consumption also elevates your blood pressure. Don’t Drink Alcohol Drinking alcohol, like consuming nicotine, elevates your blood pressure. However, alcohol can be seen as worse than smoking for your recovery, because it doesn’t just make it harder for your heart to circulate blood. It also dehydrates you and causes your body to flush out essential nutrients. Additionally, alcohol impedes your ability to get deep sleep. Unfortunately, plenty of deep sleep, adequate hydration, and optimal nutrition are all required post-op. Don’t Forget To Eat Your Vegetables Remember, it is very important to not smoke because nicotine consumption makes it harder for your skin to get the nutrients it needs. If you fail to eat nutritiously, however, it doesn’t matter much whether you consume nicotine or not. Just like you can’t draw blood from a stone, your skin can’t create the collagen it needs to heal itself if you are not eating nutritiously. Make a point to consume at least 14 ounces of fruits and veggies per day, focusing on vegetables that are high in protein, vitamin C and water. Such foods are ideal because your skin needs protein, vitamin C, and water to create the collagen it needs to heal itself. Examples of great vegetables to incorporate into your post-op meal plan include: Kale Broccoli Spinach Brussels sprouts   Don’t Skip Your Naps It is also very important that you don’t fight to stay awake when you feel tired. If you feel tired, your body is trying to tell you that it needs rest, and you should heed its plea for the sake of your recovery. Whenever you feel particularly tired, take a nap. Ideally, your brain should wake you up once your body has had enough rest. However, this isn’t always the case, especially if you have pets or small children in the house. In addition to napping whenever you need to nap, it is highly advisable to aim for nine consecutive hours of sleep nightly. Most of the time, adults can get only 7.5 hours of sleep nightly and be healthy. However, most of your body’s healing occurs during the final stage of the sleep cycle, so you want to spend as much time as possible in this stage. Typically, sleep cycles last around 90 minutes, so you should get six or seven full cycles if you nap, too. Don’t Forget To Hydrate Allowing yourself to become dehydrated during your recovery period will slow your skin’s collagen production process to a crawl. Depending on the scope of your lipo, your health, and your personal preferences, you may receive general anesthesia or local anesthesia. If you receive general anesthesia or intravenous sedation, it is highly advisable to have someone stay with you during the first 24 to 72 hours of your recovery period. During this time, you may feel so tired that you don’t feel like going to the kitchen to make yourself a glass of water. However, it is crucial that you drink water regularly throughout the whole recovery process. If you have someone stay home with you during the first few days of your recovery, you can have them bring you cold water every hour. Some people hydrate better when water is cold because they find it more palatable. More Tips for Staying Hydrated Colder water may be more palatable to you, but it can still get boring. You should aim to drink around three quarts of water per day. If you find yourself getting bored of plain water, try to tantalize your taste buds with fruit-infused water. Just have your partner fill a pitcher of water roughly three-quarters of the way to the top. Then, have them fill the rest of the pitcher with your favorite fruit, like mango chunks, orange slices, and strawberries or blueberries. You also may find it easier to stay hydrated if you snack on fruits throughout the day when you’re feeling peckish. Most fruits, like many vegetables, are rich in water. You can also meet your hydration goals by eating a bowl of broth-based soup every day. The great thing about soup is that you can vary the ingredients to prevent boredom. For instance, you can eat a chicken broth-based soup one day and a beef broth-based soup the next day. Don’t Exercise Too Much Avoiding vigorous exercise is also very important during your recovery period. Depending on the scope of your procedure and how well you care for yourself overall during your recovery period, you may need to avoid intense physical activity for six to eight weeks. Adhering to this restriction can be tricky, especially if you have a physically demanding job. If you can’t take two months off from a physically intense job, speak to your supervisor about modifying your duties temporarily. Alternatively, let them know that you will need to decrease your rate of production temporarily, but you can still get some of your work done. You may want to wear a smartwatch that monitors your pulse while you’re working to ensure you’re not exerting too much effort. Don’t Be Too Sedentary Moderation is an important part of life, but it is a particularly important part of lipo recovery. While it is important that you do not exercise intensely to the point of high blood pressure, profuse sweating, and an extremely elevated pulse, it is also important that you don’t spend your entire recovery sitting or lying down. Don’t feel any pressure to get a lot of exercise during the first 24 hours of your recovery period. However, the day after your liposuction, do your best to perform gentle exercises, like walking laps around the inside of your house. It may take a couple of weeks for you to feel like you have your old energy levels again. It’s okay to break your exercise up into 10-minute sessions if that is all you can manage before you start to feel too tired. It is highly advisable to get up for at least a couple of minutes every hour when you are not sleeping. Schedule Your Initial Consultation Today All told, lipo recovery takes several months. However, you should feel like your old self in just a couple of weeks, and if your supervisor is flexible, you will only have to take a few days off from work. Are you interested in learning more? If so, contact us today at the office of Dr. Bruce Kadz in Beverly Hills, CA to schedule your initial liposuction consultation and learn more.

Have you seen a change in your breasts over time? Various factors can alter the way your breast tissue sits on your chest. Things like age, pregnancy, and significant weight loss can lead to a change in breast volume and skin elasticity, causing the breasts to sag and drop downwards.  When this happens, many women want to restore their breasts to a higher, more youthful position. A breast lift procedure can reposition your breasts and lift them into a higher position on the chest. Kadz Plastic Surgery in Beverly Hills offers breast lift surgery to help patients achieve the desirable figure they truly want. To learn more about breast lifts, continue reading this comprehensive guide to the procedure. What Is a Breast Lift? A breast lift is a plastic surgical procedure that aims to lift the breasts to a higher position on the chest. By altering the skin and breast tissue, the breasts can effectively be moved upwards to restore a more youthful, shapely figure. What Causes Breasts to Sag or Drop? Most of our patients seek breast lift surgery because they feel their breasts sit too low on their chests. Many women’s breasts naturally sit high when they are young and begin to drop downwards over time.  This drooping is usually due to several natural changes that occur with age. The skin experiences a decline in collagen and elastin production, which causes it to lose elasticity and firmness. This leads to sagging. There is also a natural loss in volume that occurs with age. This can cause the breasts to lose fullness and hang lower. When it comes to sagging breasts, other factors can cause younger patients to see this change in their appearance. The volume fluctuations that occur with pregnancy and breastfeeding can cause the breasts to droop downwards, even at a younger age.  Significant weight loss is another cause of sagging breasts. When the breasts lose a large amount of volume, they will appear empty and hang lower than before. How Is a Breast Lift Performed? Before having a breast lift procedure, it’s important to know all that the process involves. Below is a breakdown of what to expect before, during, and after breast lift surgery. Preparation Before you’re ready to schedule a breast lift procedure, you must book a consultation with us. We will assess your breast tissue to evaluate whether a breast lift is the best course of treatment. Some of the other treatments we offer may be more suitable to enhance your figure. If you are found to be a good candidate for breast lift surgery, you will be able to schedule your procedure and move forward with preparation.  Before your surgical date, you will need to receive complete medical clearance from your general physician. This may involve diagnostic testing, blood panels, and more. Medical clearance ensures that you are healthy enough to have a breast lift performed, as this procedure is done under general anesthesia. The night before your surgery, you will be asked to abstain from eating or drinking. This is a safety precaution for anesthesia. We will discuss any further details of precautions or preparation during your consultation. Procedure Your breast lift will be performed under general anesthesia for optimal comfort. Once you are placed under, Dr. Kadz will begin by making incisions on the breast in order to remove excess skin. There are a variety of incisions that can be used to remove skin and lift the tissue. Breast lift techniques can be any one of the following types: Crescent With a crescent incision, a small amount of skin is removed just above the areola in a half-moon shape. Donut Skin is removed from around the areola in a circular shape for a donut incision. Lollipop The lollipop incision is named for its shape: Skin is removed from around the areola and then in a vertical line down to the bottom of the breast. Inverted T For an inverted T incision, skin is removed from around the areola, then in a vertical line down to the bottom of the breast. An additional line is made horizontally across this downward line. The incision and technique used during your breast lift surgery will be discussed during your initial consult. This technique is determined based on the shape of your breasts and the amount of skin that must be removed or repositioned. Once the skin has been removed and the breast tissue has been lifted, the incisions are closed using small sutures. A breast lift procedure will usually take about three to four hours to complete. Recovery After your breast lift is complete, you may need to remain in a plastic surgery aftercare center for monitoring. Many patients are able to return home the same day as their procedure, but others may need to remain overnight.  Once you return home, we may ask you to wear a compression garment around your chest. This promotes optimal healing during the initial weeks of your recovery.  You can expect to see the final results of your procedure about three months after your surgery. This gives the skin and tissues enough time to settle into their new position. Breast Lifts at Kadz Plastic Surgery Are you ready to improve the appearance of your bustline? If aging, weight loss, or pregnancy have caused your breasts to sag and drop downwards, a breast lift could be the best solution.  Kadz Plastic Surgery in Beverly Hills, CA, offers breast lift procedures to help patients restore their breasts to a higher position on the chest. Contact us online or by phone to schedule a consultation.