Recent Posts in Body Category

What Are the Benefits of Inner Thigh Lift Surgery?

The upper legs, or thighs, are one of the most problematic areas for many women, especially as they begin to age. This part of the body is often stubborn and resistant to diet and exercise, allowing fat cells, cellulite, and excess skin to accumulate, particularly in the inner thigh region. Unfortunately, as a result, a person can look heavier, less fit, and even older than they actually are, ...

What is the Difference Between Vaginoplasty and Labiaplasty? Can I Get Both Done?

The relationship a woman has with her vagina can impact several areas of her life, from her self-esteem to her ability to enjoy sexual intercourse. If you have had multiple vaginal childbirths, you might have experienced a weakening of your vaginal muscles, which can potentially cause problems for you and your partner. Additionally, if you have a large or oversized labia, this could cause ...

Brazilian Butt Lift - Frequently Asked Questions

We live in a society where the full and voluptuous booties of celebrities like Jennifer Lopez or Kim Kardashian are coveted and considered ideal. Unfortunately, this is generally not something a person can exercise and diet their way toward, which can leave one feeling frustrated and disappointed. However, with procedures like the Brazilian Butt Lift, anyone can achieve the fuller, shapelier ...

Can Fat Return After Liposuction?

For those who cannot ever seem to get rid of stubborn fat in infamously troublesome areas, liposuction often seems like the perfect solution to finally eliminating these extra pockets of fat and achieving the ideal silhouette. In fact, even the fittest individuals find it rather difficult to rid themselves of these pockets of fat, which are often unresponsive to diet and exercise. That said, ...

Are You a Good Candidate for Butt Implants?

If you are unhappy with the look of your backside, you are not the only one. In fact, butt implant procedures are growing in popularity, offering individuals the option of improving their shape and achieving a curvier, more voluptuous figure. A potential candidate’s desire for a fuller butt can stem from a variety of reasons, including changes in shape due to weight loss or pregnancy. Regardless ...

The Secret to Keeping Weight Off After Liposuction

You might be wondering what you can do to develop the right habits afterward to ensure you do not put the weight back on. After all, you put work into researching the procedure, you know what to expect, and know that it is what you desire. Now, all you have to do is make sure you commit to a healthier lifestyle to keep your body looking its best and maintaining the beautiful results you receive ...

Who is an Ideal Candidate for Vaginal Tightening?

These days, many of us are living longer. In fact, the average lifespan for women in the United States is about 81 years old and, according to several polls, as many as 1 out of 3 people over the age of 70 have sex at least once a week. However, living longer does not always mean our bodies are keeping up with us. For women, the condition of the vagina can result in reduced sensation during ...

How to Get Rid of Cellulite

Cellulite is a stubborn issue many women face. In fact, it is estimated that about 80% to 90% of women, regardless of how fit they are, struggle with cellulite that not even the most active lifestyle can guard against. Despite the fact that so many people have to deal with the dimpled presence of cellulite on various areas of the body, not much is actually understood about cellulite. Here are some ...

Give the Gift of Beauty This Season

We all want to be the best version of ourselves and there is no better time to do it than when you are nearing the start of a new year. Plastic surgery is not about becoming someone else, but rather about improving what is already within you through science and art through the use of cutting-edge technology. At Smith Plastic Surgery, our practice is devoted to helping our patients achieve their ...

Maintaining Your Summer Look

Summertime dawns with the promise of lovely weather - a chance to shed bulky clothing and enjoy some much needed downtime with friends and family. Because there are so many celebrations and opportunities to get out and socialize, a lot of people start thinking about ways to improve their appearance for the summer. This might be anything from a new hairstyle to a new wardrobe, to extra care with ...

The Female Form - Visions of Perfection Through the Ages

What's in vogue isn't only relegated to the style of clothing women wear. Throughout our history there have been trends in the way society views the ideal standard of beauty in terms of body shape, skin tone, and even hair coloring. The standards do evolve over time and some of them even depend on the culture or location. For instance, a recent study on beauty indicated that 60% of US women ...

Vaser Hi DefⓇ For High-Definition Contouring

Do you worry that your chest lacks definition? Do you long to see a smooth, sculpted body in the mirror every morning? Can’t seem to eliminate that stubborn fat around certain parts of the body? While working out and a healthy diet will help, sometimes it’s difficult to get the look we desire. Enter VASER Hi Def® body sculpting liposuction. VASER Hi Def®, part of the VASERlipo System, is the next ...

How Can Vaser Hi DefⓇ Liposuction Benefit You?

VASERlipo ultrasound-assisted liposuction is a procedure that utilizes highly targeted ultrasound waves to eliminate fat in small or large areas of the body. It’s a clinically proven, minimally-invasive alternative to liposuction that is quickly becoming the gold standard for fat removal. How Does It Work? The VASERlipo procedure begins with a special saline treatment that numbs and shrinks the ...

Introducing Vaser Hi DefⓇ Liposuction

VASER High Definition Liposuction is a new form of fat removal that works on both small and large areas of the body. It is a clinically proven form of liposuction that allows for precise contouring while sparing surrounding tissue from damage. It can be accomplished in one session, and offers minimal downtime following the procedure. How Does Vaser Liposcution Work? The VASERlipoⓇ system uses high ...

What Are Your Options to Enhance Your Buttock?

The appearance of your buttock is highly dependent on your fat distribution and genetics. Because many people desire a rounder, perkier bottom half, buttock augmentation has become one of the fastest growing areas in plastic surgery. According to the American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery 2014 Statistics on Cosmetic Surgery, “buttock augmentation procedures increased in number by 86% in ...

Little Known Areas You May Not Know Can Be Improved by Liposuction

Perhaps one reason liposuction has become the most common cosmetic surgery procedure in the United States is its versatility. It can be used for both women and men, to improve nearly any part of the body where you have excess fat, including areas you might not have considered. Typically we think of liposuction as beneficial for re-shaping the hips, thighs, abdomen or neck. Here in Las Vegas, our ...

3 Reasons Both Men and Women Should Practice Yoga

If you have been to a gym in the past 5 years, you have probably noticed the increased attendance of yoga classes or at least the increase of class offerings on the group fitness schedule. Maybe you are even in on the craze. If you have ever walked by a class and thought “that’s not for me” or even “that’s a girly class,” we are here to open your eyes. Here are our top 3 reasons why yoga is ...

Why Muscle Toning Needs to Be A part of Any Weight Loss Plan

When it comes to overall body beautification, diet and exercise are at the top of the list. But many people have an incorrect viewpoint that weight training is only for men, or people who want to bulk up their muscles. As a result, many women steer clear of strength training and muscle toning activities in fear that strengthening muscles means they will gain weight and achieve a masculine figure ...

Tummy Tuck Scar Patterns Define the Technique

Tummy tucks, liposuction, and mini tummy tucks are among our most popular surgeries at Smith Plastic Surgery. Dr. Lane Smith has performed thousands of these procedures in his years of practice. A main goal most tummy tuck patients in Las Vegas have is to gain confidence from a slimmer, more beautiful silhouette - especially in a bikini. Naturally, patients have questions and concerns when ...

Does Exercise Make You Smarter?

Get Smart: Start Exercising We all know exercise is beneficial and important to our bodies for many reasons. Indeed, medical organizations around the world tout numerous benefits of exercise, including everything from the obvious weight loss, to even improving your sex life . But a long-standing debate exists over whether or not exercise can actually increase your cognitive function, essentially ...

Stretching: How it Can Improve Your Day to Day Routine

Feeling and looking your best is achieved by incorporating physical activity into your weekly routine. You’ve probably heard it said that you should ideally exercise 3-5 times a week for at least 30 minutes a pop. Biking, running, swimming, and lifting weights are common workout choices. But, don’t leave out one of the most beneficial aspects of exercise: stretching. Daily stretching holds more ...

Enhance Your Diet With 5 Nutrient-Packed, Superfood Ingredients

When you are looking for ways to improve your health, enhance the glow of your skin , and keep your body looking its best, consider incorporating superfoods – like grains and seeds – into your diet. Some of them may be unfamiliar despite the fact that they have been enjoyed for centuries in other cultures. All in all, the superior nutritional value of these whole grains and nutritious seeds puts ...

Don't Drink Your Calories, Try These Healthy Cocktails

It’s hard enough to avoid temptation from all the delicious sweets, desserts and deep fried goodies that are around every corner. But even if you’ve mastered the foods you should eat versus the foods you should avoid, you may not be aware of how many calories you ingest simply by sipping a cocktail with friends. Not all bad cocktail choices are as obvious to avoid as a giant Mudslide from ...

Implants VS. Brazilian Butt Lift: Which is Best for You?

Q. I have always had a very flat bottom. I have tried exercises but nothing has given me the shape that I want. What are my options to make my butt look more youthful? A. We frequently hear from patients that they desire a more youthful, perky appearance to their buttocks. Having a round, firm bottom is a symbol of youth and sexiness, celebrated in hit songs like Sir Mix-a-Lot’s “Baby Got Back” ...

All About the Brazilian Butt Lift

Brazilian butt lifts are one of the most popular procedures in plastic surgery these days. The trend is due in part to the influence of such booty-blessed celebrities as Kim Karshadian, Jennifer Lopez, and Beyonce. In addition, a perky “bubble butt” is considered a sign of youth and sexiness. Many of today’s body-conscious dresses and skinny jeans play up a round, high bottom—leaving women whose ...