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Debunking 5 Myths About Tummy Tucks

Debunking 5 Myths About Tummy Tucks
Endless ab workouts and clean eating aren’t always enough to tackle loose skin or that stubborn lower belly pooch. If surgery is on your mind but myths are holding you back, it’s time to get the facts and find out what a tummy tuck can do.
Jun 1st, 2025
5 Common Questions About Facelifts Answered

5 Common Questions About Facelifts Answered
A facelift is a powerful way to achieve a more youthful, rejuvenated look. Before you commit to going under the knife, understand the procedure, recovery, and results. Here are five of the most common questions and answers about facelifts.
May 1st, 2025
Upper, Lower, or Both? Your Eyelid Surgery Choices

Upper, Lower, or Both? Your Eyelid Surgery Choices
Your eyes are often among the first areas to show signs of aging. Eyelid surgery rejuvenates sagging and puffy lids. Read on to determine whether upper, lower, or both surgeries would be best for your aesthetic concerns and goals.
Apr 1st, 2025
INTRAcel FRM®: Remarkable Skin Rejuvenation Without Surgery

INTRAcel FRM®: Remarkable Skin Rejuvenation Without Surgery
Rejuvenate your skin and restore confidence with INTRAcel FRM® — a revolutionary treatment that offers visible, long-lasting results without surgery. Read on to learn about how this advanced technology helps improve the look of your skin.
Mar 7th, 2025
How Does Hair Grafting Work?

How Does Hair Grafting Work?
If you’re experiencing hair loss and want solutions for how to restore your lush locks, hair grafting may be an option. Read on to learn how this effective treatment for hair loss works.
Jan 2nd, 2025
Can I Still Breastfeed If I Have a Breast Augmentation?

Can I Still Breastfeed If I Have a Breast Augmentation?
A common question women ask before getting breast implants is whether they’ll still be able to breastfeed if they choose to have children later. Learn how surgery affects nursing and why most women still have success after augmentation.
Dec 2nd, 2024
5 Popular Benefits of Noninvasive Liposuction

5 Popular Benefits of Noninvasive Liposuction
If you’re looking to enhance your body’s contours without invasive surgery, noninvasive liposuction is for you. Read on to learn more about the benefits of this innovative procedure.
Sep 18th, 2024

Potential Pros and Cons of a Brazilian Butt Lift
A Brazilian Butt Lift enhances the shape and size of your backside to give you a more shapely physique. If you’re considering the procedure, weigh the potential benefits and drawbacks to determine if a Brazilian Butt Lift is right for you.
Aug 7th, 2024
What to Expect from Your First Dermal Filler Treatment

What to Expect from Your First Dermal Filler Treatment
Dermal fillers offer a minimally invasive way to create a more youthful appearance. Read on to learn what to expect when you come to our office for your first dermal filler treatment, so you feel confident and relaxed.
Jul 9th, 2024
4 Signs You're a Good Candidate for a Tummy Tuck

4 Signs You're a Good Candidate for a Tummy Tuck
A tummy tuck flattens and tightens the abdominal area. But how do you know if it's the right choice for you? Read on to learn the four signs that you’re a good candidate for this body-transforming surgery.
Jun 18th, 2024
Bothered by Under Eye Bags? Blepharoplasty Can Help

Bothered by Under Eye Bags? Blepharoplasty Can Help
Are under-eye bags making you feel self-conscious or tired-looking? Do you find yourself constantly reaching for concealers or eye creams to hide them? Read on to learn how blepharoplasty may be the way to eliminate these bags and brighten your look.
May 9th, 2024
All About Awake Liposuction

All About Awake Liposuction
Traditional liposuction requires general anesthesia, but modern methods can be performed while you’re awake. Awake liposuction offers a safe, effective solution if you’re seeking to enhance your body contours. Here’s what you need to know.
Apr 8th, 2024
Why Is Belly Fat So Stubborn?

Why Is Belly Fat So Stubborn?
You diet, you exercise, but you still have a belly pooch. Read on to learn why belly fat persists despite your efforts and how surgery can help you smooth your stubborn midsection.
Mar 7th, 2024
4 Reasons to Consider a Brazilian Butt Lift

4 Reasons to Consider a Brazilian Butt Lift
A Brazilian butt lift offers a way to achieve the curves you've always desired. Here are four good reasons to set up a consultation and start the process of getting a curvy backside today.
Feb 1st, 2024
What’s the Best Age to Get a Facelift?

What’s the Best Age to Get a Facelift?
The ideal age for a facelift is mainly about personal choice and your natural skin conditions. Choosing an experienced cosmetic surgeon can help you navigate every aspect of your procedure — and love the results.
Nov 21st, 2023

Help! I'm Struggling to Lose Weight
If you’re struggling to achieve a healthy size, know that weight loss is not a one-size-fits-all endeavor. Here’s how our customized, science-based approach to weight loss can help you take off pounds and get the physique you want.
Oct 10th, 2023
My Drooping Eyelids Are Affecting My Eyesight: What Now?

My Drooping Eyelids Are Affecting My Eyesight: What Now?
If you have drooping eyelids that impact your eyesight, blepharoplasty may be the answer. This surgical procedure removes excess skin and tightens the underlying muscles, so you can see clearly again. Read on to learn more.
Sep 6th, 2023
Can Laser Hair Removal Free Me from Shaving Forever?

Can Laser Hair Removal Free Me from Shaving Forever?
No matter what you do, hair just continues to grow, doesn’t it? Are you tired of waxing, shaving, and plucking unwanted hair? Laser hair removal can free you from the upkeep associated with smooth, hair-free skin. Read on to learn more.
Jul 12th, 2023
I'm Losing My Hair: Can You Help?

I'm Losing My Hair: Can You Help?
If you’re losing your hair, you don’t have to settle for a shiny scalp or “hair plugs.” Advanced transplant techniques help you achieve natural-looking, thicker strands and a full head of hair. Read on to learn more.
Jun 2nd, 2023
Why You Should Only Let a Professional Administer Botox

Why You Should Only Let a Professional Administer Botox
Botox® is an incredible injectable cosmetic that reduces the visible signs of aging. The results are quick with no downtime, and the procedure seems simple enough, but you shouldn’t let just anyone administer your injections. Here’s why.
May 15th, 2023
Is Blepharoplasty (Eyelid Surgery) Right for You?

Is Blepharoplasty (Eyelid Surgery) Right for You?
Droopy, sagging eyelids can make you look older than you actually are and even interfere with your vision. Blepharoplasty fixes your eyelids so that you look brighter and see better. Here’s how to determine if the surgery is right for you.
Apr 12th, 2023
Tummy Tuck or Liposuction: Which is Right for Your Muffin Top?

Tummy Tuck or Liposuction: Which is Right for Your Muffin Top?
A poochy belly resists traditional weight loss methods like diet and exercise, but keeps you from having the taut physique you desire. A tummy tuck and liposuction can address this belly fat – but which one is right for you? Read on to find out.
Mar 10th, 2023
5 Advantages of the FUE Method of Hair Transplantation

5 Advantages of the FUE Method of Hair Transplantation
FUE, or follicular unit extraction, offers significant benefits over other methods of hair transplantation. Here’s why you should consider this outpatient procedure if you’re looking to restore a full head of hair.
Feb 14th, 2023
What Kind of Results can I Expect From a Brazilian Butt Lift?

What Kind of Results can I Expect From a Brazilian Butt Lift?
If you want a bigger, rounder backside, without implants, a Brazilian Butt Lift may be for you. The procedure can help reduce fat in “problem areas” and transfer it to enhance the look of your buttocks. Here’s more about your potential results.
Jan 25th, 2023
5 Reasons to Consider Blepharoplasty

5 Reasons to Consider Blepharoplasty
Among the most popular cosmetic surgeries in the United States, blepharoplasty (or eyelid surgery) reduces excess skin and fat around the eye area. Read on to learn how it can improve your sight and rejuvenate your appearance today.
Dec 12th, 2022
What to Expect After Breast Augmentation

What to Expect After Breast Augmentation
If you’re considering breast augmentation, you might be wondering about what the recovery process might be like. Read on to learn more about general recovery times, side effects, and post-operative care.
Nov 9th, 2022
Can You Get a Tummy Tuck if You're Overweight?

Can You Get a Tummy Tuck if You're Overweight?
A tummy tuck isn’t generally recommended for weight loss, but it can eliminate excess fat and skin to help even mildly overweight patients feel better about their physique. Here’s more information about who should pursue a tummy tuck.
Oct 11th, 2022
Here's How to Prepare for Your S-Lift Procedure

Here's How to Prepare for Your S-Lift Procedure
An S-lift corrects a slack, jowly jawline and excessive folds and fat deposits around the chin and neck. It’s a type of facelift that’s less invasive than a traditional surgery. Here’s how to prepare for the S-lift procedure.
Sep 14th, 2022
The Role of Collagen and Elastin in Your Skin

The Role of Collagen and Elastin in Your Skin
Collagen and elastin are essential proteins that give your skin its resilience and elasticity. That’s why procedures that boost production of these compounds help you get a more youthful look. Here’s what you should know about collagen and elastin.
Aug 21st, 2022
Lose Those Last Pesky Fat Deposits Once and for All

Lose Those Last Pesky Fat Deposits Once and for All
You diet. You exercise. Yet, you still have stubborn pockets of fat that won’t budge. Get rid of these pesky pounds for good with services like SculpSure® and laser liposuction. Here’s how to get started.
Jul 12th, 2022
I'm Embarrassed About My Thinning Hair

I'm Embarrassed About My Thinning Hair
If hair loss is negatively affecting your self-confidence, a hair transplant can help. Here’s what to know about the most advanced technology for hair transplants and how it can help you restore a healthy head of hair.
Jun 1st, 2022
How to Prepare for a Brazilian Butt Lift

How to Prepare for a Brazilian Butt Lift
Looking to make a small, but significant, change to your appearance? A Brazilian butt lift gives you a curvier, fuller backside. Here’s how to prepare your body for surgery and recovery from this fat-transfer procedure.
May 1st, 2022
Can SculpSure Give Me a Slimmer Chin?

Can SculpSure Give Me a Slimmer Chin?
Even if dieting and exercise have failed, noninvasive chin reduction is possible with SculpSure® technology. Refine your profile, and feel more confident with your look. Here’s how SculpSure can help slim your chin.
Apr 1st, 2022
A Facelift versus Botox and Fillers: Which to Choose?

A Facelift versus Botox and Fillers: Which to Choose?
You want to smooth out the lines, creases, and sagging skin that makes you look old and tired. Are a few injections of Botox® and fillers enough, or is it time for a facelift? Here’s what you should consider when making a decision.
Mar 2nd, 2022
4 Reasons Men Choose Liposuction

4 Reasons Men Choose Liposuction
If you’ve noticed pockets of fat that you can’t seem to lose no matter what you do, you might consider liposuction — which isn’t just for women. Here’s how men benefit from this popular cosmetic procedure.
Feb 1st, 2022
What Is J-Plasma Energy?

What Is J-Plasma Energy?
If you’re tired of how tired your skin looks, we have a solution for you. Tighten sagging, lax skin from the inside out with J-Plasma energy. Here’s what you need to know about how this energy works to revolutionize your look.
Jan 5th, 2022
Am I A Candidate for Laser Liposuction?

Am I A Candidate for Laser Liposuction?
Laser liposuction is a minimally invasive way to eliminate unwanted pockets of fat and get a sleeker, more contoured body. Read on to learn if this procedure is what you need to get the physique you desire.
Dec 1st, 2021
Everything You Need to Know About Eyelid Rejuvenation

Everything You Need to Know About Eyelid Rejuvenation
Aging causes wrinkles and sagging skin to develop everywhere, even at your eyelids. Eyelid rejuvenation lifts lax skin and depuffs your eyelids to give you a brighter, more youthful look. Read on to learn more about this cosmetic procedure.
Nov 22nd, 2021
What Imperfections Does Botox Fix?

What Imperfections Does Botox Fix?
As you age, your skin loses some of its important skin-strengthening compounds, causing wrinkling, lines, and laxity. Don’t just tolerate these signs of aging! Botox can fix many of these imperfections. Here’s what this amazing neuromodulator does.
Sep 6th, 2021
What to Expect When You're Recovering from Nose Surgery

What to Expect When You're Recovering from Nose Surgery
You’re certain your decision to undergo nose surgery to improve its look and function is the right one, but you may still be apprehensive about your recovery. Here’s what to expect in the days, weeks, and months after a rhinoplasty procedure.
Aug 15th, 2021

For Men Only: How to Treat Overdeveloped Breasts
Overdeveloped breasts in males are a common problem in older and younger men, but easily treated with surgery. Read on to learn how you can get masculine contours and better body confidence.
Jul 27th, 2021

Is Laser Assisted Liposuction Safe?
Laser assisted liposuction selectively reduces fat and tightens areas that just don’t respond to diet and exercise. When offered by an experienced provider, the procedure is incredibly safe and effective. Read on to learn more.
Jun 25th, 2021

How Does Microneedling Work?
Microneedling is all the rage and for good reason. The minimally invasive procedure smooths skin, encourages hair growth on the scalp, and boosts collagen development. Wonder how one procedure can do all this? Read on to find out.
May 4th, 2021

Get Your Beach Body Ready With Laser-Assisted Liposuction
There’s no substitute for self-discipline, diet, and exercise to achieve the body shape you want. However, there are places where your body often doesn’t cooperate. For stores of fat that resist shaping efforts, there’s laser-assisted liposuction.
Apr 18th, 2021

6 Benefits of Minimally Invasive Hair Transplant
If you’re losing your hair, you have options. Minimally invasive hair transplant surgery means you get a great head of hair without hassle of incisions, scars, or downtime. Here’s why you should consider hair transplant surgery.
Mar 4th, 2021

Chest Reduction for Men
Men who are uncomfortable going shirtless in public because of enlarged breast tissue aren’t alone. Many men suffer from gynecomastia, or abnormally swollen breasts. Here’s what you can do about the condition to restore body confidence.
Feb 3rd, 2021

Benefits of Botox® and Fillers
Do you want wrinkles and fine lines to disappear? Dermal fillers and Botox® do just that in a simple, nearly pain-free appointment. Read on to learn the many benefits of these popular cosmetic injectables.
Jan 1st, 2021

What Does Cosmetic Surgery Offer Men?
Cosmetic surgery isn’t just for women. Men deserve to look and feel their best, too. Read on to learn how many cosmetic procedures can enhance a man’s confidence and appearance.
Dec 9th, 2020

Post-Op Recovery Tips for Your Facelift
You just had a facelift to create a more youthful look and can’t wait to show it off. Recovery is a crucial time to ensure your results will be beautiful. Follow these post-op recovery tips to help you heal quickly.
Oct 8th, 2020

Is a Breast Augmentation Right for You?
Breast augmentation is much more than a vanity procedure. Enhancing the shape and size of your chest can help you feel and look your absolute best. If you’re considering the procedure, read on to learn how to know it’s for you.
Aug 14th, 2020

Be a Beach Stud This Summer With Chest Reduction for Men
If you’re a man with disproportionately large breasts, you may feel self-conscious, especially in summer when you’re covering up in a shirt at the beach or pool. Read on to learn how you can reduce excess tissue and feel confident going shirtless.
Jul 17th, 2020

Benefits of Renuvion J-Plasma
Tighten up sagging, loose skin on your body, neck, and face with Renuvion/J-Plasma® nonsurgical treatments. Read on to learn how you can benefit from the precision and effectiveness of this heat therapy.
May 20th, 2020

What Parts of Your Body Respond Well to Laser Liposuction
Laser liposuction may be the key to a sculpted body, especially if you’re at a healthy weight but have areas that won’t shrink no matter how much you diet and exercise. Read on to learn if your problem areas will respond to this innovative procedure.
Apr 27th, 2020

Types of Breast Implants: Explore Your Options
If you’re unhappy with the look of your breasts, implants can add size, boost shape, and balance out asymmetry. Breast implants aren’t all the same, however. Read on to learn about the types of implants and incisions available.
Mar 20th, 2020

Why Winter Is a Great Time for Laser Skin Rejuvenation
If you’re considering laser skin rejuvenation to revitalize your complexion and even out your skin tone, winter is your season. Read on to learn why going now, rather than in the sunny summer months, is a plus for recovery and results.
Feb 4th, 2020

5 Reasons Microneedling Is So Effective
When it comes to regaining your youthful skin, few treatments rival microneedling. From acne scars to wrinkles, microneedling tackles them all. Here’s a look at just five of the many reasons why microneedling is so effective.
Dec 1st, 2019

Give Your Butt a Boost With the Brazillian Butt Lift
The Brazilian butt lift is a revolutionary procedure that uses your body’s own fat to achieve a curvier backside. Learn more about what this procedure includes and why it’s a superior alternative to implants.
Nov 1st, 2019

How Blepharoplasty Can Take Years Off Your Face
Your full-lidded eyes have always been part of your unique look, but when your heavy lids interfere with your vision or make you look older, it’s time to do something about it. Learn how blepharoplasty can make you look younger.
Oct 1st, 2019

5 Things to Consider Before Getting a Face-lift

Combatting signs of aging and achieving a more youthful appearance is possible, but requires a serious commitment. Understand what it means to elect a face-lift as an option for turning back time on your skin.
Sep 1st, 2019

These Are Your Options for Revitalizing Sun Damaged Skin
Summertime and beach living is often easy, but harmful UV rays can damage your skin, even when you do your best to protect it. New advances, including lasers and radiofrequency technology, can reverse many of the sun’s effects.
Apr 5th, 2019

Choosing Between Silicone and Saline Breast Implants
When it comes to enhancing your breasts with implants, both silicone and saline options are equally good choices. So how do you know which one is right for you? Understanding their differences, similarities, and risks can help you decide.
Feb 1st, 2019
SculpSure, Lansdowne Aesthetic Center

Achieve Your Body Goals This Year With SculpSure
Are resistant pockets of fat keeping you from feeling great about your body? Noninvasive body contouring with state-of-the-art SculpSure could be just what you need to get over the hump and enjoy a slimmer, sleeker you.
Jan 16th, 2019
Brazilian Butt Lift, Lansdowne Aesthetic Center, Dr. Yaqub Baraki

5 Reasons You Want to Consider Getting Brazilian Butt Lift
The days of the flat bottom are long gone. Today, everyone wants a luscious booty. If your buns aren't all you'd like them to be, a Brazilian butt lift could be just what you need. Here are 5 ways a lift could improve your profile - and your confidence.
Nov 30th, 2018

Botox: Why It Is Still Number One After All These Years
So you've heard about Botox, and you're wondering whether it's worth trying? The answer is a resounding yes, judging by the millions of patients praising it. There are a number of reasons why Botox has been number one for so long. Here's what you need to k
Oct 30th, 2018

Am I a Good Candidate for a Mommy Makeover?
Are you thinking about scheduling a mommy makeover? Read on to learn if you're a good candidate and what to expect from this transformative procedure. Learn how you can restore your confidence and feel amazing in your body again.
Jul 1st, 2025

Telehealth: The Advantages of Telemedicine
Struggles to get to the clinic? Trying to reduce your exposure to COVID-19, as well as other contagious illnesses, and still need to see your doctor? Telehealth is safe and easy — receive quality care from anywhere.
Feb 20th, 2024

How to Get a Natural-Looking Facelift
The last thing you want to hear after a facelift is, “Who did your face?” A beautifully done facelift should look so natural that everyone thinks you hit the genetic jackpot. So, how do you get that kind of “wow” effect?
Jul 18th, 2018

Why the Brazilian Butt Lift Is So Popular
Ready to take your flat booty to the next level? If so, schedule a Brazilian butt lift consultation with Dr. Baraki at Lansdowne Aesthetic Center today! You can instantly transform flat to fabulous with minimal downtime and surgical risks.
Jun 19th, 2018

Get Rid of Tired-Looking Eyes with An Eyelid Lift
Do sagging eyelids made you look tired or older than you are? You can eliminate those loose lids as well as under-eye bags with an eyelid lift from Dr. Yaqub Baraki at Lansdowne Aesthetic Center. Read on to learn all about this procedure.
May 15th, 2018

The Most Popular Cosmetic Procedures for Men
Cosmetic procedures are not just for women anymore; men now account for nearly 10% of all cosmetic treatments performed in the US and all signs indicate that number is growing. Dr. Baraki discusses the top six aesthetic procedures chosen by men.
Feb 28th, 2018
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