Pregnancy and weight loss often leave behind excess skin and fat in the midsection that diet and exercise alone may not be able to fully address, and a traditional tummy tuck, or abdominoplasty, has been the standard procedure to achieve a smoother, more youthful midsection and also address abdominal separation (diastasis recti). A newer tummy…
Fairfax plastic surgeon Dr. Christopher Hess of Hess Plastic Surgery was featured in a recent Healthline article, Everything You Need to Know About Gynecomastia Surgery. For many men who suffer from gynecomastia, a condition marked by excess breast tissue, gynecomastia treatment can be a life-changing procedure. In the article, Dr. Hess and two other respected…
Are you considering getting an enhanced backside contour with the popular Brazilian butt lift, or BBL, procedure? As common as this surgery seems to be, it is actually quite dangerous—and board certified plastic surgeon Dr. Christopher Hess advises his patients to think twice before seeking it out. Below, we explain why. The technique required to…
Plastic surgeons often combine plastic surgery procedures for their patients: Arm liposuction and arm lift, for example, yields a complementary result and may be performed all at once. Procedure combinations allow patients to have a single recovery, attend fewer appointments, and to save on certain costs. However, plastic surgery isn’t always “mix and match,” and…
On their own, tummy tuck, arm lift, facelift, and breast augmentation surgeries are some of the most transformative and satisfying procedures available. Yet, pairing each of these touchstones with its companion procedure can help our DC-area patients take their results to the next level. Below, we explore 5 of our favorite plastic surgery procedures and…
If you are fed up with shoulder pain, bra straps digging into your skin, and difficulty exercising, you may be a good candidate for breast reduction surgery (also known as reduction mammaplasty). This procedure provides relief from a number of symptoms associated with large breasts. But you will be making an investment of time and…
You’ve seen the before and after photos of patients who have had tummy tucks and liposuction of the belly area. It’s clear there are similarities: slimmer waistlines, flatter stomachs. But when you look in the mirror, it may not be obvious which procedure will achieve the kind of results you want for your shape. The…
RealSelf’s 20 most “worth it” procedures of 2020 are in, and we think they’re pretty spot-on. From weight loss surgery to Dysport and everything in between, the RealSelf team has compiled a list of patients’ top-ranked cosmetic surgery procedures of the “Zoom Boom” year. If you’re considering plastic surgery to enhance your appearance in 2021,…
As a board certified plastic surgeon with over 16 years of experience, I have helped numerous women achieve their dream breast augmentation results. Getting beautiful results that last for years isn’t easy, but working with a board certified plastic surgeon who will take the time to help you find the breast implants that best fit…
What’s the first thing most people do when looking for a plastic surgeon? It’s natural to start with browsing various doctor’s “before” and “after” photos given they are a key way to gain insight into what results a surgeon can give you, as well as what results are possible with your anatomy. But how do…