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Many people want to sculpt and define their bodies but are apprehensive about undergoing a surgical procedure such as liposuction or tummy tuck surgery. We all live busy lives but still want to look good while doing it. However, surgery involves a lot of downtime and pain, which requires many patients to take too much time off from work. Most people do not have the time to take away from their hectic schedules. One of the latest innovative laser technologies is SculpSure®. Like liposuction, SculpSure® can sculpt the body and remove excess fat while defining its contours. However, SculpSure® provides similar results without the surgery or any incisions. Patients can achieve a tighter, better-toned body without the long recovery and anesthesia risks.

No Downtime or Pain With SculpSure®

SculpSure® is a state-of-the-art controlled light-based technology that offers convenient and comfortable body contouring. It is an ideal procedure for those looking to remove stubborn pockets of excess fat that are unresponsive to diet and exercise. SculpSure® can be performed in-office within 25 minutes; most people are in and out of the treatment in less time than they take for their lunch break. Offering no downtime or pain, SculpSure® can treat multiple anatomical areas during the same treatment session.

SculpSure® Treatment Areas:

• Abdomen
• Flanks
• Love handles
• Muffin tops

How Does SculpSure® Work?

Prior to SculpSure® treatment, the target area(s) are marked. A customized application pattern is applied to the treatment area. Applicators are snapped into the frame and deliver laser energy to permanently destroy the targeted fat cells. Patients will feel a cooling sensation throughout the treatment to keep them comfortable.

The body will naturally absorb and remove the fat cells over the next six weeks. Complete results can be seen within 12 weeks. The number of treatments needed will depend on the amount of excess fat that is in the target area(s). Typically, most patients require two to four treatments for optimal results.

Patients are able to get up and go about their normal day immediately following treatment. Overall, they will be satisfied with their slimmer, natural-looking appearance without any surgery or downtime.

If you are interested in SculpSure®, Dr. Wald can provide you with more information during a consultation. You can contact us by calling  (714) 312-3549 or by filling out our online contact form.

The breasts can help a woman feel like a woman. They are a symbol of her femininity. When a woman is unsatisfied with the appearance of her breasts, she may feel insecure about her entire physique. Many women undergo breast augmentation to make the breasts larger or to improve the overall shape of the breasts; however, some women find that having overly large breasts makes them feel awkward or even causes them pain. To correct breasts that are large and pendulous, a woman can undergo breast reduction to achieve breasts that fit better with the rest of her body.

Feel More Confident With Breast Reduction!

Most women undergo breast reduction not for aesthetic reasons but to correct medical problems associated with the size of the breasts. Many women who have undergone breast reduction surgery have gained an increase in self-esteem and feel more attractive.

Overly Large Breasts Can Cause:

• Neck pain
• Back pain
• Skin irritations
• Skeletal deformities
• Breathing problems

Breast Reduction Can Help a Woman Have:

• Better posture
• Less pain
• A positive self-image
• Symmetrical breasts
• A more flattering figure

Dr. Wald performs breast reduction by removing fat, glandular tissue, and skin from the breasts. Overall, patients can expect smaller breasts that are lighter on the chest with more flattering contours. He can also reduce the size of the nipples and areolas.

Breast reduction can produce dramatic and satisfying results. A woman can expect to achieve breasts that are better proportioned with the rest of the body and to have clothing fit better after undergoing breast reduction.

If you have large, pendulous breasts that cause you pain or discomfort, breast reduction may be the perfect procedure for you. Dr. Wald can discuss your options during your consultation. You can contact us by calling (714) 312-3549 or by filling out our online contact form.

It is no surprise that most people find themselves feeling insecure with bathing suit season lurking just around the corner. At the beach or pool, the most common attire includes bikinis, short shorts, and tank tops – pretty much anything that reveals a lot of skin. Since getting a beach body cannot happen over night, many people diet and exercise long before summer hits so they can look and feel good when it comes time to slip into the latest summer fashions.

Although women seem to be the main ones who fear showing off their bodies during the hotter months, many men are also insecure about removing their t-shirt in front of people at the beach or pool.

Men Do Care About Their Bodies!

Whether they want to be more toned, have better-shaped pectorals, or have a more slim and muscular abdomen, many men have tried to address problem areas by practicing a healthy lifestyle. Even though diet and exercise are effective in weight loss and muscle toning, they cannot correct all features of the male body. For this reason, more men are seeking cosmetic enhancements to achieve a more masculine and toned physique.

Male Body Enhancement Procedures

• Fat reduction (liposuction): Some pockets of fat tend to be resistant to diet and exercise, especially areas such as the abdomen, flanks (“love handles”), chest, chin, and neck. Liposuction is a surgical technique used to target these fatty areas and improve the contours of the body.
• Abdominal reduction (tummy tuck): Excess abdominal fat and loose abdominal muscles and skin are often difficult for men to target without the use of surgery. Abdominoplasty, or tummy tuck surgery, can be performed on a man’s body to remove excess skin and fat, tighten the abdominal wall, and trim the waistline.
• Muscle-enhancing surgery (implants): Some men feel as if their calves are lacking fullness or would like their chest more “bulked out.” Calf or pectoral implants can be used to enhance the shape of these muscles and improve the contours of the body.

By undergoing one or a combination of these procedures, a man can achieve a figure that is more slender, toned, and masculine. He can walk onto the beach or into the pool area and proudly take off his shirt and enjoy the summer weather with confidence.

Do you want to achieve more toned and slender body contours? Dr. Wald is an experienced plastic surgeon who can help you decide on the best procedure to meet your goals. You can schedule your consultation by calling (714) 312-3549 or by filling out our online contact form.

Have you found yourself cringing at the thought of putting a bathing suit on during the summertime? Maybe you have been good all year, keeping to a strict diet and exercising regularly, yet you find those specific areas of fat unresponsive to a healthy lifestyle.

Often, certain areas of fat cannot be addressed with traditional weight-loss methods. This is why many men and women look to surgery to get rid of fatty deposits throughout the body. Liposuction can be used to remove fat from specific areas and sculpt the body. Instead of having to squeeze into a bikini, shorts, or other summer styles, liposuction can be used to address those last remaining inches so you can be comfortable and confident.

It is time to get summer-ready and to get rid of areas of fat causing you to be insecure about showing off your body at the pool or beach. Liposuction can be used to eliminate fatty areas as well as to improve the contours of the body.

Common Liposuction Areas

• Hips
• Thighs
• Abdomen
• Knees
• Ankles
• Face
• Neck

Liposuction can be performed anywhere on the body that has localized fat deposits. To remove fat and to sculpt the area, Dr. Wald uses a small cannula to vacuum suction out the fat. After the procedure, swelling and bruising are normal, but once the area has healed completely, patients can expect dramatic results.

Liposuction Benefits

• Provides a smoother, better-contoured body
• Reduces localized fat deposits
• Eliminates the appearance of cellulite
• Improves the texture of the skin tone

Don’t go through another summer covering up your body because you are insecure about stubborn excess fat. You can tackle those last few inches with liposuction! Liposuction patients can expect an overall improvement in their body contours and can achieve a smoother, more flattering physique. If you just have a few areas of fat you would like to target, Dr. Wald can help you get bathing-suit ready by using liposuction to enhance your body shape.

To learn more about liposuction, Dr. Wald can provide you with additional information. You can schedule your consultation by calling (714) 312-3549 or by filling out our online contact form.

Spring is here! The flowers are blooming and the sun is shining, but you may find yourself looking in the mirror and see that your face is not reflecting in the same bright and beautiful way. The cold winter months have likely taken a toll on your facial skin. Fine lines, wrinkles, splotches, sun damage, and acne scars may make you feel and look old, tired, and worn out. It is time to brighten up the facial skin so you can enjoy some springtime fun. With so many non-surgical cosmetic options available, you can rejuvenate the face to gain fresher and smoother skin without having to undergo a strenuous procedure that requires a long recovery time.

Non-Surgical Facial Rejuvenation

• BOTOX® Cosmetic: This FDA-approved neurotoxin is made up of a protein derived from botulinum toxin type-A that blocks nerve impulses to temporarily paralyze the facial muscles that cause wrinkles. BOTOX® Cosmetic can reduce the appearance of:
  • Lines and wrinkles on the forehead
  • Frown lines between the brows
  • Crow’s feet

• Injectable fillers: Injectables reduce signs of aging on the face by filling in wrinkles and creases and adding volume to restore a fuller, more youthful look. Depending on the target area and the patient’s preference, Dr. Wald will use one of the following injectable formulas:
  • JUVÉDERM®
  • Restylane®
  • RADIESSE®

• Laser Skin Resurfacing: This laser treatment uses an erbium-yag laser that emits a beam of light to remove unwanted tissue, such as scarred, wrinkled, and lined skin. It works by vaporizing the skin cells by emitting bursts of light  that are absorbed by the water in those cells. It can target:
  • Tiny wrinkles
  • Acne scars
  • Minor skin imperfections
• Sciton® Laser: Infrared energy is used to heat dermal collagen deeply while protecting the treatment area with sapphire contact cooling. Dr. Wald manipulates the laser to emit the wavelength appropriate for the target depth of damaged tissue. The Sciton® Laser can help to diminish the appearance of:
  • Blemishes
  • Acne and acne scarring
  • Lax, aged, or damaged skin

By undergoing one or a combination of non-surgical rejuvenation treatments, a patient can expect to have softer, brighter, more youthful facial skin. With shorter recovery times, immediate results, and minimal pain, non-surgical treatments are an excellent option for providing natural-looking improvements to the face.

To find out how you can achieve smoother, rejuvenated skin, schedule your consultation with Dr. Wald by calling (714) 312-3549 or by filling out our online contact form.