Liposuction is a popular type of cosmetic surgery in this country. In fact, of the 1.7 million cosmetic surgical procedures performed in 2015, liposuction was the second most popular, at 222,000 procedures, an increase of five percent from the previous year, according to the American Society of Plastics Surgeons. Liposuction is a cosmetic procedure that removes stubborn fat that you cannot get rid of through regular diet and exercise. A plastic surgeon can perform this procedure on your hips, belly, thighs, buttocks, face, back or arms to improve their shape and remove excess pockets of fat. It can be performed in conjunction with other types of plastic surgeries, such as facelifts, breast reductions and tummy tucks. How to Prepare In preparation for liposuction surgery, you may be asked to do the following from your doctor: • Obtain lab testing or a medical exam • Take certain medications or adjust your current ones • Stop smoking • Stay away from aspirin, anti-inflammatory drugs and herbal supplements because they can increase bleeding You may receive liposuction in the doctor’s office, a surgical facility, an ambulatory surgical center, medical center or a hospital. You should have a friend or family member drive you to and from the appointment. Ideally, you should have someone stay with you overnight that first night. What to Expect Liposuction is a day surgery, which means no overnight stay in a hospital is necessary and you are not admitted. You will have the surgery, stay for a bit to recover, then go home that same day. If you are having a very large amount of fat removed, you may want to get the procedure done in a hospital so you could stay overnight if you chose to. Here are a few things to expect: • Before beginning the procedure, your doctor will mark the areas of your body to be treated, perhaps taking photos for later before-and-after comparisons. • You’ll then either be put under general anesthesia so you won’t be awake during the procedure, or under local anesthesia so you’ll be awake but won’t feel any pain. This is entirely up to your doctor and the complexity of the procedure. • Once you return home, you will begin to notice bruising, swelling and soreness for two to three weeks. • You may be asked to wear a compression garment for one to two months post-surgery to control the swelling. • Your doctor will likely prescribe you some antibiotics to keep possible infection at bay. • You should be able to return home within a few days and resume normal activity in two weeks. This varies by person, though, so ask your doctor and take it easy, assessing how you feel on a daily basis. To learn more about liposuction by Dr. Bruce Kadz in Beverly Hills, contact us at 310-276-3662.

Hard work pays off. If you’ve been steadfast with your diet and exercise, you’re likely to see the numbers on your bathroom scale drop quickly. Losing unwanted extra weight is an amazing feeling, but it does bring with it a few challenges. For example, you may find that your old clothes are ill-fitting for your new body. In the same way that your wardrobe will change, your skin will also need to adapt to your new physique. Reshaping Your Skin Post Weight-Loss No matter how much time you put into sculpting your body, your skin will likely resist your effort. Gravity, age, and genetics typically leave women with drooping skin. So, what’s the easy solution? Post weight-loss surgery. How It Works Post weight-loss surgery may be the perfect finale for your masterpiece. After taking control of your body, you deserve skin that fits your curves. The procedure works to remove that pesky, excess fat and skin and restore weakened or separated muscles. Results You Want Completing the operation will give your body the toned look you desire. Whether you’re still recovering from pregnancy or you have a genetic struggle with loose skin, the post weight-loss surgery will leave your body taut and lean. Recovering Better Than New After a successful surgery, you can expect to resume your normal activities in 3-5 weeks. Each patient is different, which is why it is crucial to choose a qualified surgeon that offers individual attention to each unique case. That way, you can get back to your day-to-day as soon and as safe as possible. Getting the Best Results You’re guaranteed to get the best results when you work with an experienced and qualified board-certified surgeon like Dr. Kadz. At our office, we will help you choose the perfect solution for your individual needs. With over 20 years of experience, you can relax knowing you’re in good hands. Contact Dr. Kadz today to turn your work of art into a masterpiece to proudly display.

Did you know approximately 97% of women will think, “I hate my body,” just today? About 20,000 ladies across the U.S. have negative self-image thoughts in the time it takes to read this paragraph. But what if there was a way to take fat away from unwanted areas and use it to fill your curves elsewhere? What is the Brazilian Butt Lift? The Brazilian butt lift is known professionally as buttock augmentation, but its better known as the best way to achieve a fuller, firmer butt. That’s why nearly 26,000 women completed the procedure last year. How It Works The procedure works to repurpose fats from less ideal areas (like your abdomen, thighs, hips, and back) to your rear-end making it rounder. Your surgeon will simply use a fat grafting technique to balance your figure, and you’ll be sporting the butt of your dreams in no time. Recovery The expected downtime changes person to person, which is another reason a qualified professional, like Dr. Kadz, is crucial for the procedure. With the right surgeon, you can expect to get back to your routine as quick and safe as possible. Once the initial swelling and bruising diminish after two to four weeks, you’ll start truly enjoying your curves. Why You’ll Love It After your recovery, you’ll feel like a whole new person. The satisfaction rate is incredible because ladies around the country are rewarded by not only a backside with wonderful shape and contour but also a refreshed self-image! To learn more about Brazilian butt lift procedures you can call us at 310-276-3662 or you can fill out this Contact Us form online. We will help you choose the perfect solution for your individual needs. With over 20 years of experience, you can relax knowing you’re in good hands.

The reasons for loose, sagging skin are unforgiving and numerous: Common aging Hereditary Weight loss Sun exposure If you suffer from these issues, there’s no need to panic. It’s never been easier to regain tight plump skin!

Your body is unique, so shouldn’t your consultation be personalized to you? When receiving an initial consultation it’s natural to feel nervous, but you should expect nothing less than personal care and attention for your unique needs. From a review of your medical history, to suggestions for your particular body type, every stage of your consultation should put your mind at ease. In order to make sure that you are receiving the care and attention that you deserve, the American Board of Cosmetic surgery recommends asking these 5 questions:

While you may think liposuction and a tummy tuck are one and the same, there are actually a few differences between the two. It all has to do with the abdominal wall, whether or not you have excess fat and whether loose skin is present after extreme weight loss or pregnancy. Depending on your situation, your plastic surgeon will recommend one or the other. Let’s take a look at what makes the two procedures different and what their respective recovery times are. Tummy Tuck If you have recently lost a lot of weight and are left with excessive loose skin on your stomach, a tummy tuck—technically called abdominoplasty—may be order. This procedure involves removing excess fat and skin and restoring weakened or separated muscles for a smoother and firmer belly, according to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons. While many people strive to get a tighter stomach through diet and exercise, this isn’t always possible due to several factors, such as age, heredity, extreme weigh fluctuations and past pregnancy. As a result, many people—particularly older women—enlist the help of a plastic surgeon to address the sagging skin and pull it tighter. Liposuction This procedure is a bit different in that it’s not quite as invasive as an abdominoplasty. Liposuction is a process that removes small bulges of fat—not cellulite—which diet and exercise can’t fix; the procedure is most commonly performed on the hips, stomach, abdomen, thighs, buttocks, and face, according to WebMD. Candidates for this procedure should be of average weight with firm skin and concentrated pockets of fat. Liposuction can be done in the doctor’s office or at an outpatient facility. The doctor performing the surgery makes small incisions to remove fat through the insertion of a suction device. Liposuction usually requires only local anesthetic, while a tummy tuck entails general anesthesia. Cosmetic Results The overall result of both procedures is largely the same but with a few small differences. One difference is that a tummy tuck can effectively remove stretch marks and other scars because some skin is actually removed. With liposuction, no skin is removed—only fat is suctioned out. That’s why liposuction is best for those who already have tight abdominal muscles with firm skin tone. A tummy tuck will tighten up the abdomen and smooth out the skin to result in a tighter stomach. Your doctor will let you know which procedure is best for your body type. Generally, older women who have had babies and need to tighten up their abdominal muscles, as well as remove sagging skin, are good candidates for tummy tucks. Those who want to remove fat from their stomachs but don’t need abdominal tightening are better candidates for liposuction. Recovery time for a tummy tuck can be up to four times longer than for liposuction. The procedure is also much more invasive and presents more risks. Be sure to always get a consult with a plastic surgeon to go over all possible options before undergoing surgery.  You can contact us today for a complimentary consultation!

Getting into shape for bikini season doesn’t just require commitment; it requires knowledge. There are people who wake up every day and perform an endless routine of crunches and sit-ups, chasing that bikini body that always seems to elude them. Without knowledge, even the strongest commitment will wane when no results are forthcoming. It’s time to make your sure your natural excitement about working out is rewarded this summer. Here are just a few tips for getting into shape for bikini season. Water Adds Natural Resistance One of the best workouts out there is entirely dependent on the medium: water. Taking a brisk walk to get your blood pumping is great exercise for the beginner; doing this same workout with half of your body underwater increases the resistance and ratchets it up to an elite workout. The results of a dedicated water-walk or jog can be exceptional; you’re essentially weightlifting with every move as you fight the water’s subtle resistance. Although walking underwater will help you shed fat to get that bikini body and significantly improves your cardiovascular health, many people think of it as a primarily rehabilitative exercise. It certainly helps athletes recuperate and the disabled strengthen their muscles, but make no mistake, it’s good for everyone. If you can locate a gym or swim center with underwater treadmills, all the better, but a simple swimming pool, lake or dip at the beach will do. Combine High-Intensity Workouts to Burn Fat Vigorously Since it’s now widely known that you can’t simply target the fat on your body and work out just those regions, find your favorite workouts and do several of them in a single routine. For example, if you like to work out your triceps with pull-downs, biceps with curls, and latissimus dorsi with lat-pull-downs, combine them. Do the triceps first, since it’s the biggest muscle group on your arms, then rest just a few seconds before moving on to the other two in succession. This counts as single set. Repeat 3-4 times and you’ll feel the burn that tells you you’re really working out. The point is, compound exercises are the straightest line to that bikini body. Naturally Compound Exercises An alternative to using several different exercises to sculpt and shape that bikini body is to choose naturally difficult workouts that recruit as many muscle fibers as possible. Because your legs work in tandem in almost everything they do, it should come as no surprise that squats and deadlifts dominate here. People tend to skip these workouts in the gym precisely because they’re so taxing, but it’s this taxing effort that will burn off the unwanted fat faster than anything else you do. To perform squats and deadlifts correctly, start out with just your body weight to get a feel for the right form, then add weight incrementally. It’s often useful to ask a trainer at the gym to show you the proper form first time, or consult online videos and practice the form at home. These workouts will have you strutting around with a toned physique in no time at all. Man or woman, your body will be ready to hit the beach in no time.