Most surgeons advise new mothers to wait at least six months before undergoing a Mommy Makeover, a treatment plan which incorporates multiple aesthetic procedures to improve the areas commonly affected by pregnancy. This timeframe offers a general rule of thumb for women who are considering the combination surgery, but many factors can affect the best Mommy Makeover timing for your individual needs, including: Your child’s…

Dr. David A. Bottger, based in the Newtown Square region of Philadelphia, performs a multitude of facial plastic surgery procedures to reverse signs of aging, enhance facial balance, and improve the profile of the face and neck. Unlike aesthetic providers that seek to produce a dramatic and potentially unnatural change, Dr. Bottger aims to rejuvenate while preserving the natural characteristics of each patient’s facial features….

Our office has reopened! As shelter-in-place restrictions in our community begin to ease, we would like to provide you with an update on the reopening of our practice and the precautions we are taking to maintain the safest possible office environment. We are very excited to see you and we want you to be assured that your health and safety are our top priorities. Our…

Breast ptosis, or the stretching and drooping of breast tissue, is a concern faced by most women as they grow older and begin to lose the youthful, shapely contours of their breasts. This can be exacerbated by factors that range from genetics, weight fluctuation, and breastfeeding to unprotected sun exposure and smoking. While the development of breast sag is completely natural, many women seek out…

Under-eye bags often convey a look of tiredness or exhaustion, but puffiness in the lower eyelids can form regardless of how much sleep is achieved. The main causes of lower eyelid bags are aging and genetics, meaning even the most well-rested patients may still be susceptible to puffy eyes. Some patients with genetic predisposition may exhibit prominent lower lid bags, even at a very young…

Dr. David A. Bottger, a Philadelphia-area plastic surgeon, has been recognized by Castle Connolly Ltd. research group as a “Top Doctor 2019” in the field of Plastic Surgery. Philadelphia, PA — Each year, local publication Philadelphia magazine partners with Castle Connolly Ltd.—a national healthcare research and information company—to identify the best doctors and physicians in the region. The result of their collaboration is a meticulously…

The decision to finally start the journey towards achieving the look you desire can be equal parts exciting and nerve-racking. Cosmetic surgery is a major decision that has the potential to be very rewarding, but your results largely depend on the ability of your plastic surgeon to interpret what you envision for the outcome and make it a reality. With that in mind, we’ve put together…