According to a study conducted by Bernard F. Simon, M.D., Saul Hoffman, M.D., and Sidney Kahan, M.D. (Ref 2) in 1973, gynaecomastia is the most common breast condition among males, accounting for more than 65% of all breast-related disorders in men. Commonly caused by an imbalance between the hormones oestrogen
Abdominoplasty hernia repair combines an abdominoplasty with hernia correction in one surgery. This procedure not only elevates the look of your abdomen but also treats the functional issues caused by hernias. By reading this article, you’ll learn how this surgery can benefit you, what the process includes, and how to
Worried about abdominoplasty scars? This article will show you how to help you learn about the healing stages, effective treatments, and steps to prevent visible scars. Key Takeaways Understanding Abdominoplasty Scars Disclaimer: Operation performed by Dr Bernard Beldholm. Adult content, surgery has risks; individual results vary, seek 2nd opinion. Please see
Choosing the right body contouring procedure can be challenging, especially when you’re unsure about the difference between abdominoplasty and lipectomy. Abdominoplasty targets the abdominal area for a firmer look by removing excess skin and tightening muscles. Lipectomy, however, can treat multiple body parts, reducing fat and excess skin. In this
Curious about whether a C-section or an abdominoplasty is more painful? You’re in the right place. While both surgical procedures come with their own levels of pain and recovery challenges, recent insights suggest that abdominoplasty might be more painful. According to a survey conducted by Dr. Beldholm, which gathered responses
Umbilical hernia is a common condition in infants, occurring as a bulging navel that is particularly noticeable when the infant cries. It’s mostly painless and heals on its own between the ages of one and five. An umbilical hernia may also occur in adults, also appearing as a protruding umbilicus,
If you have loose skin and fat around your tummy, hips, lower back, buttocks, mons, and thighs after a significant amount of weight loss, you could be a candidate for a circumferential lipectomy, also known as a lower body lift or belt lipectomy surgery. This operation removes excess skin and tones the midsection
Developed by Jeffrey A. Gusenoff to classify gynecomastia based on the severity of breast tissue enlargement, skin excess, and the degree of ptosis, the Gusenoff Gynaecomastia Classification System is particularly focused on guiding surgical treatment for patients, providing a clear framework for surgeons to choose the appropriate technique based on
Key Takeaways Common Abdominal Concerns Post-Pregnancy Disclaimer: Operation performed by Dr Bernard Beldholm. Adult content, surgery has risks; individual results vary, seek 2nd opinion. Please see the full disclaimer. Postpartum women often experience significant physical changes, particularly in the abdominal area. It’s not unusual to still look a few months pregnant
After your arm lift (brachioplasty) surgery, it takes an average of two to three weeks before you can resume driving. Before then, you’ll need someone to drive you from the hospital after your procedure and during our follow-up appointments. Your arm lift (Brachioplasty) surgery will affect the full functioning of