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Do I Need Liposuction or a Tummy Tuck?

How Are Tummy Tucks and Liposuction Different? Let’s Learn the Facts. If you’re concerned about loose, hanging skin or excess fat on your tummy, you might find yourself Googling what surgical options might work for you. But the internet isn’t always the best place to find medical or surgical advice. We often have patients who are understandably confused about what operation will actually meet their needs. Let’s explore the differences between liposuction and tummy tucks so you can get a sense of which one might be right for you.  What does Liposuction do? During a liposuction procedure, suction is used … Continue reading »

The Truth About Tummy Tucks: Q+A and Abdominoplasty 101

The truth about tummy tucks  Want to remedy sagging tummy skin or tighten up your abdominal muscles? If you’ve been concerned about this for a while, a tummy tuck (abdominoplasty) may be the solution. Deciding to have a tummy tuck is a big decision, and a successful operation can transform your life and positively impact your confidence and outlook. Whether you’re dreaming of a new look or making changes for your own comfort or confidence, we’re here to answer some of the most common questions we get asked by our patients in the Kitchener-Waterloo area. What is a tummy tuck? … Continue reading »

How to Plan and Prepare for Surgery

So you’re thinking about surgery? Congratulations!  Deciding on a surgical change is a big choice, and we’re here to help you choose wisely and build an effective surgical plan. A successful operation can transform your life and have positive repercussions on your confidence and outlook. Whether you’re dreaming of a new look or making changes for your own comfort or confidence, your surgical journey can be transforming in many ways. How can you make the process smoother? Keep reading to learn some of the tips we give our plastic surgery patients from the Waterloo-Kitchener area. How do you prepare your … Continue reading »

Are you prepared for your tummy tuck recovery? Here’s everything you need to know!

When you decided to get a tummy tuck in the Kitchener-Waterloo area, you likely did your research—you picked your clinic and your surgeon carefully, and you spent time figuring out exactly what to expect before, during and after your tummy tuck.  Now that you made the right choice, we want you to feel confident about every stage of the surgical process, and that includes your recovery as well. Here are some useful insights on tummy tuck recovery to make this experience comfortable, effective, and as quick as possible for you.  What can I do to make recovery more comfortable? Surround … Continue reading »

I’m unhappy with my tummy! Now what?

Dr. Shenker explores the best solutions for common tummy concerns. None of us are born unhappy with our tummies, but many of us end up there at some point in our lives, and there are many variables that lead us here. For some it’s unwanted weight gain or a large weight loss. Sometimes life gets in the way and keeps us from the gym, or we’re presented with unwise food choices all too often. Physical illness can affect our weight as well. At The Cosmetic Surgery Clinic, the most common reason we see women for tummy work is that their … Continue reading »

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The talented, experienced plastic surgeons at our Kitchener-Waterloo clinic have the advanced training to create exceptional, natural-looking results that meet the individual needs of our patients. The collaborative nature of our practice benefits patients in many ways.

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