Breast reduction is considered one of the most rewarding and transformative cosmetic procedures available for its potential to alleviate the physical and emotional discomfort caused by overly large breasts. While many perceive breast reduction as a way to enhance appearance, it also offers significant health benefits. Here’s a closer look at the potential health advantages often associated with breast reduction surgery: Relief from pain and…

Liposuction is an extremely popular cosmetic procedure that removes fat from specific areas of the body, such as the upper arms, abs, flanks, hips, thighs, and back, among other areas. Despite its popularity, the procedure is surrounded by many myths and misconceptions. Knowing how to separate fact from fiction with regard to liposuction can help you have realistic expectations and make informed decisions about the…

Deciding to undergo a Mommy Makeover — a combination of breast and body procedures designed to address pregnancy-related changes — requires careful consideration of many different factors to ensure you’re ready to start the process. While the details behind each Mommy Makeover plan vary based on the types of procedures chosen and whether you’re completing your treatment in stages, you can evaluate how ready you…

A tummy tuck is one of the most effective and powerful procedures to reshape the abdomen, making it possible to restore a slimmer, sleeker physique after pregnancy, aging, and weight loss. However, abdominoplasty is also a highly complex procedure associated with certain complications during the healing process. At our Philadelphia practice, Dr. Bottger and our team have been using a technique known as a “drainless…

As one of the most commonly performed cosmetic procedures, hundreds of thousands of patients around the world undergo a tummy tuck every year to smooth their abdomen and achieve a slimmer waistline. It’s easy to see why tummy tuck surgery is so popular in Philadelphia and elsewhere — the procedure can be exceptionally effective at safely providing patients with a flatter, more attractive mid-section. When…