Is it time for your mommy makeover?

Has having kids left you wondering what has happened to your body?  You are not alone.  Woman all over are joining the “mommy makeover” trend.  The mommy makeover is when women have multiple plastic surgery procedures designed to restore or even improve post pregnancy bodies.  This usually consists of a tummy tuck (abdominoplasty) and breast enhancement, but can also include things such as buttocks lifts, liposuction and labiaplasty as well. 

Everybody Loves Raymond star Patricia Heaton, Moesha star Shar Jackson and Extra co-host Dayna Devon have all openly discussed having procedures done.  Most women who get mommy makeovers aren't striving for a new look.  Rather, they are simply trying to restore their bodies to their pre-childbirth (or a little better) condition. 

There are benefits for patients who do the procedures together.  The one benefit is saving money. By combining multiple procedures the cost can be reduced.  The other major benefit is the recovery time is basically the same for one procedure or two.  These are some of the reasons the mommy makeover is so popular.  According to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons mommy makeovers are increasing five times faster than other surgery procedures.  If you are frustrated with your post-pregnancy a mommy makeover may be just what the doctor ordered.  

How to Shop for Your Figure

It’s true…women love to shop. However, it often proves to be a daunting task to find clothes with the proper fit, especially when it comes to jeans. When you are shopping for jeans, it can be very difficult to find that perfect pair. If you have a curvier figure, opt for mid-rise jeans instead of low-rise. This can help make your derriere look its best. Low rise jeans can create a muffin top effect and no lady wants this.

Try on many different brands and sizes. Jeans can fit differently in the same brand even if they are the same size, so be sure to try them on. Another important tip is to purchase a size that fits you. When you buy a size that fits, but is not flattering, you are doing your body a disservice. Sometimes moving up a size will be more flattering to your figure. Don’t worry so much about size and focus more on how it looks and feels. Sizing is different in all brands so picking clothing can be difficult. If you still don’t feel great in your clothes, plastic surgery in Utah can help the curving of your natural figure and give you the look you’ve always dreamed of.

Feel Healthy…Get Fit

Everyone wants to feel the best they possibly can, and many individuals take on exercise and diet routines in order to maintain their fitness levels and increase their energy level.

The most important aspect of health improvement is exercise. Whether you choose to workout in a gym, or use the great outdoors, get moving! Exercise is a mood regulator and helps to increase your energy. Eat a proper diet. Nothing can make you feel worse than ingesting loads of sugar and junk food. When you eat healthy, you feel healthy. These tips are especially important if you are looking at plastic surgery in Utah for help losing weight. You want to make sure your body is able to properly recover without complications.

Getting enough sleep can also be important for proper health. Many Americans today do not get the suggested amount of sleep to feel healthy. This can lead to a downward spiral including lack of exercise, increased caffeine, and not eating healthy. It is important to feel and look your best. This is why we recommend that you are healthy prior to considering plastic surgery in Utah so that your recovery is a speedy one.

How to Set…& Keep New Years Resolutions

It’s that time of year again.  Everyone has set themselves new goals for 2014.  Whether it is losing weight, spending more time with family, spending less time online, or managing money better, everyone is setting new goals for themselves.  The problem with New Years Resolutions is that they rarely seem to stick.  January normally goes well; the gyms are over crowded and everyone seems to carry their resolve around with them.  But by February, everyone seems to slip back into their old habits.  Here are some ways to help you stick to your resolutions and succeed in your goals. 

Make it a resolution you want to achieve.  Don’t pick something that you should be doing, but don’t really want to.  Find something about yourself you really want to change and you’ll be more likely to accomplish it. 

Don’t overreach.  Don’t make so many goals that you won’t be able to manage all of them. 

Make a Plan.  If your goal is really hard to reach, create a series of smaller goals that lead up to it.  This will help you feel less discouraged along the way and keep you motivated. 

Enlist a support group.  Telling people about your goals makes it more likely you’ll follow through with them.  Make sure you pick people that will provide advice and support as you navigate your way through your resolutions. 

  Be specific.  Instead of just saying that you’re going to exercise more, make an exercise routine.  For example, say you’ll work out every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday morning.  Something specific allows you to know what you have to do to achieve your goals. 

Resolutions are difficult, but that doesn’t mean you should stop working for them.  Treat 2014 as a clean slate and achieve the things you’ve always wanted.  

Look and Feel Younger

We hear every day that women have spent their years looking for that fountain of youth.  Although we have not discovered the fountain of youth, we have found that breast augmentation in Utah can be a great way to turn back the clock and have firmer, more even breasts.  Plastic surgery can be a great option to fight the signs of aging, but exercise and diet can help you feel younger and more energetic as well as enhance overall health.  Breast augmentation can offer you a symmetrical, natural look that can help your self image and make you feel more confident.

On top of the option of having a breast augmentation procedure in Utah, making sure you get adequate sleep each night can help you maintain your youthful appearance.  If you combine healthy eating, exercise, and getting enough sleep, this can limit the need for certain surgical procedures.  Water is also a key ingredient in maintaining your skin health.  Always be sure to drink the recommended amount of water to keep your skin supple and firm.  When diet and exercise are not enough, plastic surgery can offer options that can help maintain that youthful glow.  Injectables and skin peels are another way to firm the loose skin you may have causing wrinkles in unwanted areas.  For more information, visit our website here!

Reconstructive Surgery is Beneficial to Many

Cancer is always a scary diagnosis.  Many types of cancer can leave physical scars as well as emotional ones.  Reconstructive Surgery in our Utah office can be very beneficial to our clients that have undergone mastectomy, or skin cancer removal.  Reconstructing the breasts after mastectomy can have a huge impact on a woman’s emotional state and give her back confidence.  Maybe you have a deep hole where skin cancer once resided, Dr. Motoki is an expert in reconstructing these types of issues using your own tissue. We can set up a consultation to help you understand the various reconstructive surgical procedures that are available to you.  

There is another reason you may want reconstructive surgery in our Utah office.  Cleft lip, or cleft palate can leave you disfigured.  Many are born with this condition.  Dr. Motoki has years of experience in repairing these conditions.  Maybe you are considering breast reduction surgery due to back, neck, and shoulder pain.  We can offer reconstructive surgery for those who wish to have a breast reduction procedure done in our Utah office.  There is no need to let these conditions permanently disfigure your body.  Get back the body you are used to and regain your confidence.  Contact our Utah Office today.  

Tips for Patients Anxious About Surgery

Plastic surgery can be a great option for many men and women, but anxiety about the surgery may set in causing patients not to go through with the procedure.  There are many things you can do to set your mind at ease.  Meditation and breathing techniques have been proven to lower stress and anxiety in individuals.  Exercise is another great option to alleviate anxiety.  Make sure you avoid sugary, caffeinated beverages which can cause jitters and anxiety.  Getting plenty of rest is another healthy way to subdue anxiety.   

Depending upon the severity of the anxiety, you may want to set up a consultation with your plastic surgeon in Utah to help answer some of the questions that may be contributing to your anxiety.  You can also seek the advice of a therapist on techniques that may help you relax before your procedure.  Remember, it is very normal to have some degree of anxiety before any medical procedure.  Talking to friends or family can also be helpful, especially if they have undergone a procedure in the past.  Keep in mind, most anxiety will subside after the surgery, but there are some cases that linger for a few weeks.  If your anxiety lingers, you need to talk to your plastic surgeon in Utah and discuss options for treatment. 

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