Breast reduction surgery is a common outpatient procedure in which the surgeon removes excess skin, fat, and tissue from the breast. This not only balances the patient’s body proportions, but it can also correct multiple problems associated with larger breasts. You may be considered a good candidate for a breast reduction if you answered yes […]
Read MoreSun Safety
Summertime means fun in the sun. Sun safety is about making good decisions for yourself and those around you while enjoying the beautiful outdoors. Effects of long-term sun exposure Prolonged sun exposure has been shown to be associated with hyperpigmentation and texture issues. The development of fine lines and premature aging as well as all […]
Read MoreCommon Questions About Breast Augmentation
Every year, as bathing suit season approaches, the interest in Breast Augmentation increases. Here are the answers to some of the most commonly asked questions of Dr. Antimarino regarding this procedure. 1. How many breast augmentations have you performed? With more than 15 years of experience in private practice, Dr. Antimarino has performed more than […]
Read MoreLiposuction
Liposuction is an outpatient surgical procedure that improves body contour by removing fat found between the skin and the underlying muscles. It is a sculpting procedure for various parts of the body: the abdomen and waist; hips and thighs; and the cheeks, chin, and neck. It can be used to reshape areas of the body […]
Read MoreKybella vs. Submental Liposuction
A common complaint, by both men and women, is the dreaded double chin. There are two procedures used to correct this, one is surgical, the other is not. Kybella is the only FDA approved injectable used to destroy fat cells under the chin. This is a non- surgical approach to achieve an improved profile and […]
Read MoreLip Injections
The 101 on Lip Fillers at Bellissimo Plastic Surgery Lip injections or “lip fillers” as they are commonly known as, are a popular cosmetic procedure in Pittsburgh. Their purpose is to give your lips a fuller appearance while looking as natural as possible. Pamela, our nurse injector here at Bellissimo Plastic Surgery, shares her top 4 […]
Read MoreBrazilian Butt Lift
A buttock lift in our culture can have two definitions. A traditional buttock lift is performed on patients after significant weight loss and is done to address excess, sagging skin as well as loss of volume. This is typically combined with a tummy tuck and removes excess skin along the lower back and buttocks to […]
Read MoreUpcoming Trends
As we move forward into 2017 we would like to highlight some of the upcoming trends we are seeing for the New Year. Since trends are driven by consumer demand we should see a rise in certain procedures as demand increases. This list represents what we currently see trending for 2017 in plastic surgery. Minimally […]
Read MoreEyes
Pull your hat down and throw a scarf around your neck. What is it that stands out as we move into the winter months? Your eyes! The old adage still stands true today, “The eyes are the window to one’s soul”. As we age this can often be misleading. For many people the first signs […]
Read MoreBreast Reconstruction
Breast cancer remains one of the leading causes of cancer in the U.S. According to the American Cancer Society, approximately one in eight women will develop breast cancer in their lifetime. Many of these women are between the ages of 35-50 and may have no prior family history. The decision to undergo a breast reconstruction […]
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