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Liposuction removes fat but does not tighten skin or repair muscle. A tummy tuck removes excess skin and repairs separated abdominal muscles. Patients with good skin tone and isolated fat are candidates for liposuction alone, while those with loose skin or muscle separation usually need a tummy tuck, often combined with liposuction.

Most patients take about 2–3 weeks off work and avoid heavy lifting for 4–6 weeks. You'll be up and walking soon after surgery, with results refining over several months. CSPS provides a personalized recovery timeline for your specific combination of procedures.

While a tummy tuck is safe after having children, it is generally recommended to wait until you are finished having children, as future pregnancies can reverse the muscle tightening and skin-removal results.

We use sizing systems and your measurements to help you visualize results. We focus on proportion to your frame for a natural, balanced look — not just a number.

Many patients are able to breastfeed after a breast lift, but it cannot be guaranteed. Numbness and decreased nipple sensation are normal at first and typically return over a few weeks to a few months. Tell your surgeon during consultation if future breastfeeding is important to you.

Yes, if a patient has different sized breasts, a breast reduction is one solution for creating breasts that match in size. However, for patients who would prefer the smaller breast to match the larger breast, a breast augmentation is the better solution.

Most patients take about two weeks before returning to social activities. Swelling and bruising resolve over several weeks, and final results continue to refine over the following months.

Rhinoplasty can either improve or, in rare cases, complicate breathing — depending on technique and surgical goals. Functional rhinoplasty is specifically designed to improve breathing by addressing issues like a deviated septum, internal valve collapse, or enlarged turbinates. Cosmetic rhinoplasty performed by a skilled surgeon should preserve or enhance breathing function. At CSPS, Dr. Moore and Dr. Sarosiek evaluate both aesthetic and functional concerns to ensure breathing isn’t compromised.

There’s essentially no downtime. We’ll share simple aftercare guidance — stay upright, avoid rubbing the area, and skip strenuous exercise for the rest of the day.

Yes. In the clinical studies behind its FDA approval, repeat treatments continued to work, with no loss of effect across repeated sessions. Treatments should be spaced at least 3 months apart. Your provider will review your history before each treatment.