Written for patients of Widder Plastic Surgery, 8230 Leesburg Pike, Vienna, VA 22182, in the Tysons Corner area of Fairfax County.Medically reviewed by Shlomo Widder, MD, board-certified plastic surgeon, American Board of Plastic Surgery. Reviewed August 27, 2026. Dr. Widder has practiced cosmetic surgery exclusively since 1989 and operates in the AAAASF-accredited surgical suite he… Read More »
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Loose Skin After Ozempic and Other GLP-1 Medications: What Surgery Can and Cannot Address
Loose skin after Ozempic and other GLP-1 medications: why it happens, whether it tightens on its own, and what skin removal surgery can and cannot do.
Benefits of Having Plastic Surgery in the Winter
You’ve decided that you’re ready to undergo plastic surgery, but now the question you need to consider is, “When should I schedule my surgery?” An ideal time to undergo plastic surgery is the winter. Whether you’re interested in breast augmentation or body contouring with liposuction, the winter weather makes for the perfect time to schedule… Read More »
Seven Most Popular Procedures for Men
Another plastic surgery myth is proven wrong every day. More and more men are taking advantage of cosmetic medicine via surgical and non-surgical aesthetic improvement. As a result, many plastic surgery offices have seen an uptick in male patients. These men are looking to improve their facial appearance and physique to gain a professional advantage… Read More »
Tips for Choosing a Facelift Surgeon
If you’re researching a facelift procedure, one of the first (and most important steps) is finding the right surgeon. The best plastic surgery results depend on finding the perfect surgeon to perform your procedure. In addition, you’ll want someone with plenty of experience performing a facelift, as it can be a complex procedure that requires… Read More »
Tips to Feel Good and Look Great this Holiday Season and Into the New Year
The holiday season brings a time of festivities, parties, and trips spent to visit loved ones. While it is incredibly special and exciting, this time of year also brings a certain level of stress. We see people we haven’t seen all year (or in years) at work parties and family reunions. These interactions can all… Read More »
How to Prepare for Breast Reduction Surgery
Breast reduction surgery, also known as reduction mammoplasty, is a popular cosmetic procedure that aims to surgically reduce the size of the breasts. A breast reduction is a great option to help you improve the look and feel of your breasts and to alleviate some of the physical discomforts associated with large breasts, such as… Read More »
If You Start Injectables Young, Can You Prevent Aging?
Unfortunately, age comes for all of us. Many of us begin to see signs of aging around our 30s and 40s. That’s generally when wrinkles and fine lines start to set in around the eyes and the mouth the most. We may also see the effects of volume loss in our cheeks and lips, which… Read More »
Belly Button Bleeding After Tummy Tuck
A tummy tuck procedure entails removing excess belly fat you might have struggled to burn off through regular diet and exercise and excising any loose skin that may remain after weight loss. When done by a board-certified plastic surgeon, a tummy tuck can successfully smooth, flatten, and repair your abdomen so you can feel confident… Read More »
When Is the Best Time for Body Contouring After Major Weight Loss?
Losing a significant amount of weight with diet and exercise or even bariatric surgery requires tremendous dedication. Unfortunately, many people who have lost excess weight struggle with folds of loose, hanging skin on their abdomen, arms, back, thighs and breasts. This unwanted, stretched skin can conceal the shape you’ve worked so hard to finally achieve…. Read More »