Virginia Plastic Surgery Blog

The latest in Plastic Surgery and Cosmetic Enhancement, plus comments on surgical and non-surgical procedures, products and specials from the Virginia Institute of Plastic Surgery.

The fashion world of today has led some to create large holes in their earlobes that they fill with heavy jewelry. This excess weight and massive holes put the earlobes at high risk of tearing. Even small jewelry can be torn from the ears creating unattractive flaps of skin. Dr. Sundin offers earlobe reconstruction to repair torn earlobes restoring them to a more normal appearance.

Torn earlobes happen to men and women with large heavy jewelry but also to those who wear smaller, lighter earrings. There are three ways to repair a torn earlobe.  A “jelly roll” flap, a layered closure, or “Z-plasty” flap are all effective surgical techniques used to repair the earlobes.  The cause of your injury and the damage done to the tissue will determine which procedure is right for you. In many cases, a small hole can be left to allow the patient to wear earrings after the procedure.

The best way to avoid earlobe injuries is to limit the use of heavy jewelry and remember to take out your jewelry when playing sports or dealing with small children that like to tug and pull on earrings. If your ears have been injured or torn, contact our office to schedule a confidential consultation. Dr. Sundin will explain your repair options and work with you to create a surgical plan to restore your ears to a more normal appearance. In many cases, the ears can be re-pierced after they have been repaired if needed.

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In the battle against aging, there are a number of effective weapons some more invasive than others. Understanding that not all rejuvenation procedures are right for everyone, Virgina board certified plastic surgeon Dr. Burton Sundin offers his Richmond area patients a wide variety of skin care options designed to turn back the hands of time and restore youth to the face.

Skin care is often the first step in creating an exciting new look and improving your overall appearance. Using procedures such as SkinMedica, Kinerase, NIA24, and Skin Ceuticals Dr. Sundin is able to custom tailor a skin care treatments to meet your individual needs. These procedures or a combination of them can treat a variety of skin imperfections including fine lines, sun damage, rosacea even some acne.

If you suffer from a skin condition or are unhappy with the way your skin has aged contact our office to schedule your consultation with Dr. Sundin. He will help you explore the skin care options available and help you create a treatment plan so that you are putting your best face forward.

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With hundreds of thousands of women increasing the size of their breast with breast augmentation every year, many wonder why anyone would consider reducing the size of their breasts. Unfortunately, many women with extra large breasts suffer from both physical and emotional pain. Using breast reduction surgery, Dr. Burton Sundin is able to remedy theses pains.

Extra large breasts add additional weight and stress to the neck, shoulders and back making even daily physical activity painful. Women with large breasts often find it difficult to find clothing that is flattering or fits properly. Many of these women end up wearing large baggy shirts that mask their large breasts but also makes them appear heavier than they really are. Using Richmond breast reduction surgery, Dr. Sundin removes excess breast tissue and fat creating smaller, lighter breasts.

After breast reduction surgery women report not only feeling the weight lifted but a restored self confidence in their appearance. Breast reduction surgery creates breasts that are better contoured and in proportion with the rest of the body. We invite you to contact our office to schedule your confidential consultation with Dr. Sundin. He will help you understand how breast reduction surgery can improve your quality of life.

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There are various parts of our body that fat likes to collect. The midsection, upper arms, thighs, hips, and buttocks are among the most common areas people struggle to get rid of pockets of fat that have made themselves at home. Poor diet, lack of exercise and genetics are among some of the most common reasons pockets of fat begin to form. Richmond board certified plastic surgeon Dr. Burton Sundin is able to remove stubborn pockets of fat using the latest in liposuction techniques.

Diet and exercise is the preferred method of weight loss and should be attempted before considering cosmetic surgery. Unfortunately, the above mentioned trouble areas don’t always respond well to diet and exercise often leaving people feeling defeated. While liposuction is not a form of weight loss, it is a good alternative for some after hours in the gym and a healthy diet do not produce the results they are looking for. A consultation with Dr. Sundin is the first step to determine if you are a good candidate for liposuction.

If you have tried your hand at the gym and a healthy diet and are still feeling like you need to get rid of excess fat, contact our office to schedule your confidential consultation. Dr. Sundin will help you determine if liposuction is right for you.

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The self esteem of men around adolescence is rather delicate. The over development of breast tissue in males around this time is incredibly common and can have a devastating effect on self esteem. Excess breast tissue in men is called gynecomastia. This condition not only effects adolescent men but also older men, men on medications, or men that have lost significant weight. In the vast majority of cases, the cause is unknown. The only known physical remedy is  male breast reduction surgery.

Richmond Gynecomastia procedures generally take between 1 and 2 hours. Reduction of breast volume can many times be accomplished with liposuction. In some cases, a small incision may need to be made in order to remove tissue directly. In rare, extreme cases, skin may be removed from around the areola. Dr. Sundin will work with you to determine the best course of action to produce optimal results for your situation.

Virginia board certified plastic surgeon Dr. Burton Sundin understands that a sensitive condition such as gynecomasita can be emotionally damaging causing anxiety over simple tasks like taking a shirt off at the beach. Dr. Sundin offers his patients a safe, confidential environment to discuss male breast reduction procedures.

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There are some effects of time that we simply can not reverse. However, advancements in cosmetic surgery have added some powerful tools to our anti-aging arsenal. Richmond plastic surgeon Dr. Burton Sundin offers his patients a wide variety of rejuvenation options. From surgical procedures such as a face lift to injectable dermal fillers such as Restylane or BOTOX, Dr. Sundin will work with you to create a rejuvenation plan to meet your needs.

Dermal fillers are among some of the most popular rejuvenation products. Dr. Sundin recognizes that there is no one dermal filler that is right for everyone. Additionally, some dermal fillers are more effective treating a particular part of the face than others. For these reasons, Dr. Sundin offers BOTOX, Restylane, Juvederm, Prevelle, and Evolence as treatment options to his cosmetic surgery patients.

Dermal fillers can be an effective alternative to more invasive procedures such as face lift or brow lift. Fine lines and wrinkles can be treated with one of the many dermal fillers available. During your consultation, Dr. Sundin will help you determine which dermal filler will best meet your needs and produce optimal results. Patients who opt for dermal fillers generally need to have followup treatments 3-6 months later to maintain the same youthful appearance.

If you would like to discuss how dermal fillers can help you achieve a young, rejuvenated appearance, contact our office to schedule an appointment. Our friendly staff is ready to provide exceptional customer service from the very first phone call.

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When determining if plastic surgery is right for you, paying for the procedure is almost always a factor that takes extensive consideration. Not every one is able to pay for their cosmetic procedure using traditional methods of payment such as cash or credit card. Understanding that everyone has a different financial situation, Richmond board certified plastic surgeon Dr. Burton Sundin works with a variety of financing companies in order to make plastic surgery an option for almost anyone.

One of the largest benefits to financing your cosmetic procedure is the ability to have the procedure now rather than having to wait for months or even years while you save. Don’t let your immediate financial situation keep you from the body of your dreams. There are financing options for almost any situation. There are even low or no interest rates for those who qualify.

Click here to learn more about your options for financing Richmond plastic surgery

Posted in Cosmetic Enhancement

Losing weight shows a dedication to your health and the desire to put the best you forward. Whether you have lost weight due to bariatric surgery or hard work in the gym coupled with a healthy diet, weight loss is a big accomplishment anyone should be proud of. Unfortunately for some, after their weight loss transformation, sagging skin is left behind as a reminder of the size they once were. Dr. Burton Sundin uses arm lift surgery to remove excess skin from the upper arm.

Arm lift surgery or Brachioplasty, is an elective surgical procedure used to remove unwanted fatty deposits and excess skin from the upper arm region . The result is an upper arm that is proportionate to the rest of the arm and body, and one that is smooth, contoured and toned.

Don’t let your weight loss success be overshadowed by sagging skin and bothersome fat deposits. Richmond plastic surgeon Dr. Burton Sundin will work with you to create a surgical plan that enhances your weight loss accomplishment.

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There is nothing we can do to keep the hands of time from turning. As time passes, signs of aging begin to appear across our face. Skin begins to sag and lines begin to form in places that were once smooth in the days of our youth. Facial rejuvenation can be obtained with a face lift. A Virginia Face lift can be used to reverse the signs of aging by removing excess fat, tightening underlying muscles and re-draping the skin of your face and neck.

A  face lift is rejuvenation surgery that now goes beyond just tightening skin. Gone are the expressionless, wind-tunneled looks of the past. Today, Richmond board certified plastic surgeon Dr. Burton Sundin strives to create a natural, rejuvenated look with little telltale signs of surgery.  Face lift may be performed by itself or in conjunction with other procedures such as brow lift, eyelid surgery, ear reshaping or nose reshaping to achieve the desired result.

The best candidate for a face lift is a man or woman whose face and neck has began to sag, but whose skin still has good elasticity and whose bone structure is strong and well-defined. Face lift procedures can be tailored to the needs of individual patients. To determine if a face lift is right for you, schedule a consultation with Dr. Sundin. A face lift does not stop the clock. It simply “resets” it.

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Virginia board certified plastic surgeon Dr. Burton Sundin offers a number of procedures designed to restore youth to your face. Each procedure targets a specific part of the face, helping men and women appear more youthful. One of the most commonly complained about areas of the face is that above the eyes. Using Richmond brow lift procedures, Dr. Sundin is able to improve the signs of aging.

Using brow lift surgery, sometimes referred to as a forehead lift, Dr. Sundin is able to improve the appearance of sagging eyebrows and frown lines in the forehead. The result is a more relaxed, refreshed appearance.  Brow lifts have recently gained popularity as they are commonly performed in conjunction with other rejuvenating procedures such as a facelift or eyelid lift.

If you would like to learn more about brow lift surgeries or how a browlift procedure can benefit you, contact our office to schedule a confidential consultation. Dr. Sundin specializes in facial rejuvenation and will work with you to determine the best procedures to meet your needs.

Posted in Cosmetic Enhancement