Male Body Contouring After Weight Loss
Thursday, September 19th, 2024
One of the most rewarding aspects of being a plastic surgeon is helping patients who have achieved incredible personal goals. In today’s case, I had the opportunity to perform body contouring after major weight loss for a young man who had lost over 150 pounds. He worked incredibly hard to drop from his heaviest weight of 300 pounds to around 160. This was life-changing for ….
Posted by Dr. Babak Dadvand
Filed in Body Contouring
Changing Female Breast Shape: Breast Lift With Implants
Monday, June 17th, 2024
I’m thrilled to share an exciting case with you involving a breast lift surgery combined with implants, technically known as mastopexy augmentation. This surgery addressed sagging and volume loss in the breasts, a common issue many women face after pregnancy, weight loss, or breastfeeding. Our patient is a Beverly Hills mom of two who breastfed both children. Her primary concerns were droopiness and deflation in ….
Posted by Dr. Babak Dadvand
Filed in Breast Surgery
Transforming Lives Through Top Surgery: Chest Masculinization
Wednesday, April 3rd, 2024
I’m excited to share insights into top surgery for my Cisgender patient. Unlike breast reduction, top surgery, or chest masculinization surgery, aims to create a masculine chest, addressing more than just the size of the breasts. It involves a comprehensive understanding of what defines a masculine versus a feminine chest, including considerations of nipple position, areola size, and overall chest contour. Why Chest Masculinization? The ….
Posted by Dr. Babak Dadvand
Filed in Top Surgery
Redefining Male Body Contouring With Gynecomastia
Friday, February 16th, 2024
Gynecomastia, a condition characterized by the enlargement of male breast tissue, can often lead to discomfort and self-consciousness. Fortunately, modern advancements in plastic surgery offer effective solutions to address gynecomastia and restore masculine contours. I’m Dr. Babak Dadvand, a double board-certified plastic surgeon in Beverly Hills, and I help many patients transform their lives through gynecomastia male body contouring. The Quest for a Masculine Physique ….
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Filed in Gynecomastia
The Journey to Self: Top Surgery for FTM
Friday, December 22nd, 2023
Today, I want to share an inspiring patient’s journey of top surgery for FTM (female-to-male) transition. This procedure is not just about altering physical appearance; for my patient, it’s a significant step in aligning their external identity with their internal truth. The Surgical Approach In this particular case, my Beverly Hills patient required a double mastectomy with free nipple and areola grafts. This approach was ….
Posted by Dr. Babak Dadvand
Filed in Plastic Surgery
My Approach to Cisgender Chest Masculinization Surgery
Monday, September 18th, 2023
In this blog article, I want to take you through a recent chest masculinization surgery I performed. This surgery is close to my heart because it’s not just about transforming appearances; it’s about helping individuals feel more comfortable in their own bodies. Whether it’s for patients transitioning from female to male, cisgender males dealing with severe gynecomastia, or non-binary and cisgender women seeking a more ….
Posted by Dr. Babak Dadvand
Filed in Chest Masculinization Surgery
Breast Implant Revision Surgery and the Pursuit of Proportion
Friday, July 14th, 2023
Today, I want to share with you a remarkable breast revision surgery I recently performed. The patient had undergone breast implant surgery nearly a decade ago, followed by two pregnancies and childbirth. Over time, she began feeling that her breasts were too large for her body. To address her concerns and restore proportionality, we embarked on a revision journey together. The Surgical Process: Assessment and ….
Posted by Dr. Babak Dadvand
Filed in Breast Implants
Cis, Gender Fluid and Non-binary Top Surgery
Thursday, April 13th, 2023
I see many patients, and a recent patient encounter made me realize that it’s important to emphasize that like gender is fluid, so is surgery! In particular, top surgery, a life-changing procedure that has found popularity among patients seeking to align their body with their gender identity. Each Person’s Journey to Chest Masculinization Is Unique While many associate top surgery with trans men, it’s essential ….
Posted by Dr. Babak Dadvand
Filed in Breast Information, Breast Surgery, Plastic Surgeon, Plastic Surgery, Top Surgery
An Introduction to FTM Top Surgery
Thursday, January 19th, 2023
For people undergoing female-to-male (FTM) or female-to-nonbinary (FTN) transition, top surgery, sometimes referred to as “chest masculinization surgery”, can be a crucial step to being able to align how they look on the outside with how they feel and who they are on the inside. My team and I in Beverly Hills strive to create a welcoming and comfortable environment, and as specialists in FTM ….
Posted by Dr. Babak Dadvand
Filed in Top Surgery
Gynecomastia Scar Tissue Management Post-Op
Wednesday, December 14th, 2022
The formation of scar tissue post-gynecomastia surgery is one of the rare potential side effects of the procedure. Scar tissue is basically the build-up of collagen as the body’s natural healing process kicks in. Fortunately, this can be managed in three ways! Post-Gynecomastia Surgery Scar Tissue Treatment I can marvel at the body’s natural healing ability, such as the stimulation of collagen production. Unfortunately, sometimes ….
Posted by Dr. Babak Dadvand
Filed in General Information
Chest Contouring Surgery After Weight Loss
Tuesday, October 18th, 2022
In Beverly Hills, I often consult with patients who, through a significant amount of determination, achieved their ideal body weight through diet and exercise. In this particular case, my patient lost 65 to 70 pounds. This, however, is not the end of his journey. Losing a huge amount of weight has resulted in sagging skin and a change in nipple position. You will see in ….
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Filed in Uncategorized
Why Do Patients Have Tummy Tuck Surgery?
Thursday, August 25th, 2022
A tummy tuck, or abdominoplasty, is a surgery that removes your excess abdominal skin and fat. During the procedure, the abdominal muscles are also tightened, which will affect your belly button. During my years as a double board-certified plastic surgeon, I have helped countless Beverly Hills patients achieve the slim, youthful look they desire. There are many reasons why patients in Beverly Hills choose to ….
Posted by Dr. Babak Dadvand
Filed in Tummy Tuck
The Impact of FTM Surgery by Dr. Babak Dadvand
Wednesday, July 13th, 2022
Masculinizing chest surgery is a life-changing procedure that profoundly impacts the quality of life for female-to-male (FTM) and female-to-nonbinary (FTN) transitioning patients. As a double board-certified plastic surgeon, I take great pride in being part of my patients’ FTM or FTN journey. During your female-to-male top surgery evaluation, it’s not only the breast size that is considered, but also the amount of excess skin, and ….
Posted by Dr. Babak Dadvand
Filed in Top Surgery
FTM TOP Surgery Techniques
Wednesday, January 27th, 2016
As a board-certified plastic surgeon specializing in FTM Top surgery, one of the discussions I have with patients is what the most appropriate surgical procedure is. The best technique is based on two things, breast size and nipple position. Those with larger breasts who have lower positioned nipples benefit from the Double Incision technique with Free Nipple Grafts. This technique allows for the correction of ….
Posted by Dr. Babak Dadvand
Filed in Top Surgery
Choosing Breast Implants with 3D Imaging
Wednesday, October 28th, 2015
Selecting breast implants is a crucial step in breast augmentation. With different sizes and materials to choose from, selecting the right breast implant can be difficult. Dr. Dadvand is one of the first surgeons to use the Vectra 3D Imaging System to provide patients with an accurate representation of their desired breast size. Unlike traditional methods, the Vectra 3D allows patients to see implants underneath ….
Posted by Dr. Babak Dadvand
Filed in Breast Implants
Gynecomastia Explained
Wednesday, October 21st, 2015
There are many reasons why certain men develop gynecomastia. Some men may develop gynecomastia during puberty or can be genetically related. Dr. Dadvand explains gynecomastia surgery and the common causes. Dr. Dadvand is one of the most experienced Gynecomastia surgeons in the LA area.
Posted by Dr. Babak Dadvand
Filed in Gynecomastia
Permanence of Gynecomastia Surgery
Wednesday, October 14th, 2015
Dr. Dadvand explains to Cosmetic Network about the permanence of gynecomastia surgery and why people should not worry about fatty breast tissue growing back post-surgery. Learn how surgery can be an option for your if you are suffering from enlarge breasts.
Posted by Dr. Babak Dadvand
Filed in Gynecomastia
Dr. Dadvand’s Inspiration to Become a Surgeon
Wednesday, October 7th, 2015
Cosmetic Network interviews Dr. Dadvand about his choice to practice plastic surgery. Dr. Dadvand discusses his background in fine arts and how it launched him in his career as a plastic surgeon.
Posted by Dr. Babak Dadvand
Filed in Plastic Surgeon, Plastic Surgery
Breast Augmentation Patient Testimonial
Wednesday, September 30th, 2015
Last June, our patient had a consultation with Dr. Dadvand about breast augmentation after reaching her desired weight goal. Losing weight can often lead to reduction in breast size. After meeting with Dr. Dadvand and the friendly office staff, she underwent breast augmentation and was delighted with the results.
Posted by Dr. Babak Dadvand
Filed in Breast Augmentation, Breast Implants
Breast Lift Patient Testimonial
Wednesday, September 23rd, 2015
Our patient shares her breast lift experience with Dr. Dadvand. She describes it as clean, impeccable and an incredibly easy process. Being an artist by hobby, Dr. Dadvand brings his artistic aesthetics into his profession by providing his patients with clean and natural looking results.
Posted by Dr. Babak Dadvand
Filed in Breast Lift
Chin Augmentation Patient Testimonial
Wednesday, September 16th, 2015
Our patient shares his life changing chin augmentation experience with Dr. Dadvand. David had a chin augmentation consultation with Dr. Dadvand and was very pleased with how knowledgeable the doctor was on the subject. David also speaks about how plastic surgery can be seen as vain, but can help build confidence in your life.
Posted by Dr. Babak Dadvand
Filed in Chin Augmentation
Facelift Patient Testimonial
Wednesday, September 9th, 2015
Dr. Dadvand’s philosophy on cosmetic surgery is providing patients with an exceptional cosmetic experience and natural results. In this video, Erica speaks about her face lift experience with Dr. Dadvand. Wary of looking “done” after cosmetic surgery, Erica’s concerns disappeared after meeting Dr. Dadvand. Her consultation and pre-operation visit with Dr. Dadvand helped her prepare for her surgery and recovery.
Posted by Dr. Babak Dadvand
Filed in Facelift
Gynecomastia Patient Story
Wednesday, September 2nd, 2015
Gynecomastia surgery is more than just a cosmetic solution to enlarged male breasts. Our patient, Tony shares his experience with gynecomastia, explaining his consultation with Dr. Dadvand and the smooth recovery process. With the help of Dr. Dadvand, he was able to regain confidence in his own body.
Posted by Dr. Babak Dadvand
Filed in Gynecomastia
Gynecomastia Patient Testimonial
Wednesday, August 26th, 2015
A few years ago, Anthony found browsed the internet and found Dr. Dadvand’s website. After researching many surgeons in the Los Angeles area, Anthony decided to schedule a consultation with Dr. Dadvand. From his consultation to his follow up appointments, Anthony was very pleased with the level of service with Dr. Dadvand and his staff. Anthony is now able to share his experience with other ….
Posted by Dr. Babak Dadvand
Filed in Gynecomastia
Actor & Gynecomastia Patient Mini Documentary
Tuesday, August 18th, 2015
In a recent video we follow Robert, an actor in Los Angeles, through his gynecomastia journey. Gynecomastia can cause men to feel ashamed and uncomfortable in their own skin. In Robert’s case, his gynecomastia caused him physical pain, making exercising painful. After consulting several doctors who were not able to properly diagnose Robert’s condition, Dr. Dadvand was able to confidently provide Robert with the information ….
Posted by Dr. Babak Dadvand
Filed in Gynecomastia