Abdominoplasty in patients with prior abdominal surgical scars can be challenging. Some scars can alter the proper blood flow to the healing incisions and lead to wound healing problems and tissue necrosis. Midline scars of the lower abdomen can be completely eliminated in most patients while upper abdominal scars, above the umbilicus cannot be eliminated…
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Weight Loss After Mommy Makeover in Raleigh, NC
Should I Lose Weight Before a Mommy Makeover or Afterward? Dr. Glenn Lyle, a board-certified plastic surgeon in Raleigh, NC, says one of the most common questions he hears from patients considering a Mommy Makeover is whether they need to lose weight before surgery or if it’s okay to proceed at their current weight. Let’s…
What is the age limit for a tummy tuck? 5 things to consider after age 50.
One of the most frequent questions patients ask Dr. Glenn Lyle, a board-certified plastic surgeon in Raleigh, NC, is, “Is there an age limit for a tummy tuck?” It’s understandable aging brings changes to our bodies that can affect confidence and quality of life. Let’s discuss in-depth five key factors you should consider if you’re over…
How to Stop Smoking Before Your Plastic Surgery
Why You Must: Tips & Techniques to Quit Smoking is one of the most significant risk factors for complications during and after surgery. It impairs blood circulation, hinders wound healing, increases the risk of infection, and can even lead to breathing complications under anesthesia. If you’re preparing for a cosmetic procedure or any surgery, stopping…
Where Can You Get Dermal Fillers On Your Face?
Dr. Glenn Lyle , a board-certified plastic surgeon in Raleigh, NC, says if you’re considering dermal fillers, you’re probably wondering where exactly they can be used and how they can enhance your facial appearance. Injectable dermal fillers are extremely versatile and can be used almost anywhere to restore lost volume, improve symmetry, and enhance certain…
Tummy Tuck After Age 50: Am I Too Old for Abdominoplasty? The Answer is No!
Dr. Glenn Lyle, a board-certified plastic surgeon in North Carolina, has helped countless women achieve a flatter, more toned abdomen through tummy tuck surgery, also known as abdominoplasty. If you want a tummy tuck over 50 and are wondering if you’re too old for this procedure, the answer is a resounding NO. In fact, age…
Teenage Breast Reduction
Dr. Glenn Lyle, is a board-certified plastic surgeon with extensive experience performing breast surgery including teenage breast reduction surgeries. While teenage breast reduction is a specialist surgical procedure that should not be taken lightly, it can be life-changing for the right candidate. Dr. Lyle performs these surgeries occasionally, and when he does, he finds them…
Rejuvenation in High Risk Patients-Direct Neck lift and Upper Blepharoplasty
This 78-year-old woman had a history of heart problems and required a pacemaker. Otherwise, she was generally healthy just had high blood pressure but had never had a heart attack. She was hopeful to have a full facelift and upper blepharoplasty with concerns primarily related to her neck. To undergo this type of surgery, either…
Isolated Neck Lift-Improves Sagging Neck Line
The sagging neck is one of the first things that start to bother women as they age. In fact, even younger people often “hate their neck”. The advent of videoconferencing and Zoom meetings really led to more and more interest in surgical and non-surgical treatment options for the aging neck. Non-surgical options include Sofwave- which…
Submental Liposuction – An Effective Procedure for Neck Contouring
Submental liposuction (also called neck liposuction) is an effective tool for the properly selected patient to achieve slimming and better contour of the neck. It is especially successful for patients with good skin tone, not a lot of loose skin and fat that is distributed above the underlying neck muscles. In many cases, a thick…
