Top 10 plastic surgery procedures to enhance your natural beauty

Whether you’re a woman whose abdomen has been stretched out by pregnancy, a cancer survivor who needs reconstructive surgery, or just looking to restore a youthful look, Gundersen can help. Our board-certified plastic and reconstructive surgeons offer a comprehensive range of procedures in the safety of our respected medical center in La Crosse. If you’re considering plastic surgery, read on to learn about our most popular plastic surgery procedures for the breasts, body and face.

Procedures for the breasts

1.  Breast augmentation

During a breast augmentation, saline or gel-filled implants are used to increase the size of your breasts. There are several implant sizes and profiles available to achieve your goals, and your surgeon can help you select the best breast implant choice for you. Oftentimes, breast augmentation will be performed in conjunction with a breast lift (Mastopexy) when changes to breast position and volume are desired.

2.  Breast reduction 

When the weight of your breasts causes problems with your back, neck or shoulders, a breast reduction can help by restoring proportion to your chest. Insurance often covers breast reduction surgery when the breasts cause medical problems. Males with enlarged breasts, or gynecomastia, may also elect for breast reduction surgery to reshape their chest area. 

3.  Breast reconstruction 

If you lost a breast to cancer or other disease, breast reconstruction surgery can recreate all or part of the breast that was removed. Reconstruction may be done using your own tissues, a breast implant or a combination of the two depending on your anatomy and lifestyle. 

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Procedures for the body

4.  Tummy tuck (Abdominoplasty) 

If your abdomen has been stretched out by pregnancy or if you have excess skin from significant weight loss, a tummy tuck can help re-sculpt your midsection. During a tummy tuck, the excess fat and skin are surgically removed from the abdomen and the muscles are tightened to provide a flatter and smoother appearance.  

5.  Liposuction 

If you are near your ideal weight but want to change the shape and contour of your hips, thighs, stomach and other areas, liposuction can help. During the procedure, excess fat is removed through suctioning to recontour the target body areas.

6.  Scar revision 

Scar revision surgery alters and improves the appearance of scars on your body or face, and may also restore function to a part of the body that a scar restricts. While scars cannot be completely removed, their appearance can often be minimized and smoothed.

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Procedures for the face

7.  Nasal reshaping (Rhinoplasty) 

Rhinoplasty, commonly referred to as a nose job, changes the size and shape of your nose and nostrils for cosmetic and/or functional purposes. Nasal reshaping can rebalance your facial features, and breathing issues can be improved by correcting any structural issues in the nose.

8.  Eyelid surgery (Blepharoplasty) 

Eyelid lifts can correct drooping eyelids by removing loose skin from your upper and lower eyelids. Excess fat from the eyelids may also be removed to reduce puffiness and redefine the shape of your eyes.

9.  Brow lift 

A brow lift, also known as a forehead lift, elevates the position of your eyebrows, tightens loose skin in the forehead and reduces wrinkles to give you a more youthful and awake look.

10.  Facelift 

As we age, our skin begins to lose its elasticity and firmness resulting in less defined facial contours. Facelifts tighten loose skin in the neck and jowl areas. Today’s techniques provide natural-looking facial rejuvenation with less downtime than ever before.

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By understanding the different plastic surgery options available for your breast, body and face, you can make informed decisions about procedures that may help you feel and look your best. When you consult with our board-certified plastic surgeons, always share your goals and expectations so you can learn about all your options and the benefits that come with each.  

To schedule a consultation appointment, contact Gundersen Plastic Surgery by calling (608) 775-2376.