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 ...
Posted by Dr. Babak Dadvand
Filed in Plastic Surgery
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 ...
Posted by Dr. Babak Dadvand
Filed in Breast Information, Breast Surgery, Plastic Surgeon, Plastic Surgery, Top Surgery
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. [video width="640" height="360" mp4="https://drdadvandplasticsurgery.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/La-Plastic-Surgeon-Dr.-Babak-Dadvand_-Why-Does-Dr.-Dadvand-Choose-to-Work-as-Plastic-Surgergeon_.mp4"][/video] ...
Posted by Dr. Babak Dadvand
Filed in Plastic Surgeon, Plastic Surgery
Gynecomastia Surgery for Out of Town Patients
Tuesday, July 15th, 2014
As a specialist in gynecomastia surgery I see and perform this surgery on a routine bases. One of the interesting things I have been noticing is the number of patients who are coming to see and be treated by me from outside of Los Angeles. Gynecomastia is a relatively common issue affecting men of all ages and sizes. Whether ...
Posted by Dr. Babak Dadvand
Filed in Breast Information, Breast Revision, Breast Surgery, Gynecomastia, Plastic Surgeon, Plastic Surgery
Gynecomastia Surgery Revision: There is Hope
Monday, June 30th, 2014
With any surgery, there is always a risk of needing revision surgery. As an expert in gynecomastia surgery, I see patients in consultation who have had their surgery elsewhere and are not happy with their results. Typically, patients needing revision fall into two categories: over-resection and under-resection. Both types of patients have different challenges but by far the more ...
Posted by Dr. Babak Dadvand
Filed in Breast Revision, Breast Surgery, Gynecomastia, Plastic Surgeon, Plastic Surgery, Scars
No Smoking…If You Want Plastic Surgery
Friday, December 27th, 2013
Everyone is aware of the health risks that smoking cigarettes can pose. Heart disease, lung cancer, emphysema…the list of medical problems caused by smoking is long. But this blog post is not about preaching about smoking cessation. It is about smoking and its implication on your plastic surgery results. Nicotine is known to constrict, or tighten, the blood vessels that ...
Posted by Dr. Babak Dadvand
Filed in Plastic Surgery, Safe Surgery
Can a Tummy Tuck be Performed in Obese People?
Friday, November 15th, 2013
As a plastic surgeon specializing in tummy tucks, or abdominoplasty, I need to determine who is and isn’t a good candidate for surgery. While there are many benefits for people undergoing tummy tucks (better shape, improved self-esteem), it is very important to know what makes someone a good or bad candidate for tummy tuck surgery. The ideal candidate for ...
Posted by Dr. Babak Dadvand
Filed in Abdominoplasty, Plastic Surgery, Tummy Tuck
Recovery Tips After Your Mommy Makeover
Friday, October 25th, 2013
Now that you have undergone your “Mommy Makeover,” what is the next step? Well, in a word…recovery. The recovery process is very important in all surgeries, especially when multiple procedures have been performed. Here are the 5 steps to a smooth recovery: No strenuous activity for 6 weeks. By strenuous activity, I am referring to exercise, both with weights or ...
Posted by Dr. Babak Dadvand
Filed in Abdominal, Abdominoplasty, Breast Augmentation, Liposuction, Mommy Makeover, Plastic Surgery, Tummy Tuck
What to Expect From Your Mommy Makeover Consultation
Friday, October 18th, 2013
Coming in to see a plastic surgeon for a consultation can be exciting for a patient. Once a patient has scheduled the consultation what is the next step? The consultation is a very important process. It allows the patient to get all of their questions answered and at the same time allows me to develop a tailor made surgical plan ...
Posted by Dr. Babak Dadvand
Filed in Abdominal, Abdominoplasty, Breast Augmentation, Liposuction, Mommy Makeover, Plastic Surgery, Tummy Tuck
Best Candidates for a Mini-Tummy Tuck
Friday, October 4th, 2013
As a plastic surgeon who specializes in tummy tucks, I frequently get asked by patients whether they are candidates for a mini-tummy tuck. To answer this question I typically discuss the difference between a full tummy tuck and a mini tummy tuck. The main difference between the two is that in a mini tummy tuck the surgery is limited ...
Posted by Dr. Babak Dadvand
Filed in Abdominoplasty, Plastic Surgery, Tummy Tuck
Abdominoplasty and C-Section at the Same Time
Friday, August 23rd, 2013
One of the most common reasons a woman presents for abdominoplasty, or tummy tuck surgery is child birth. During pregnancy, the abdominal skin is stretched as are the rectus muscles to accommodate the growing uterus. This occurs in conjunction to the weight that is gained during the pregnancy. Once the baby is born the skin and muscles may not ...
Posted by Dr. Babak Dadvand
Filed in Abdominoplasty, Plastic Surgery, Tummy Tuck
Can the Pubic Area be Lifted in a Tummy Tuck?
Friday, August 16th, 2013
Abdominoplasty, or tummy tuck surgery is one of the most rewarding surgeries I perform as a plastic surgeon. Patients who are candidates for this procedure typically have loose skin in their lower and/or upper abdomen. There are certain patients who also have looseness in their pubic areas. This can be anything from a minor laxity to completely overhanging to ...
Posted by Dr. Babak Dadvand
Filed in Abdominoplasty, Plastic Surgery, Tummy Tuck
What is a Reverse Tummy Tuck?
Friday, August 9th, 2013
A traditional abdominoplasty, or tummy tuck, involves a curved incision along the lower abdomen and pubic area, typically just below the bikini line. This allows treatment of loose skin in the lower and upper abdomen as well as tightening of the muscles. In some women they have loose skin just above their belly buttons or in their upper abdomen but ...
Posted by Dr. Babak Dadvand
Filed in Abdominoplasty, Plastic Surgery, Tummy Tuck
Does Insurance Cover Abdominoplasty Surgery?
Friday, August 2nd, 2013
Abdominoplasty, or tummy tuck, surgery makes a dramatic difference in a person’s body. It is one of the most satisfying procedures I perform as a plastic surgeon. One of the main questions patients ask during the consultation is whether insurance would cover the procedure. For most patients who require an abdominoplasty, there is some loose skin and excess fat as ...
Posted by Dr. Babak Dadvand
Filed in Abdominoplasty, Plastic Surgery, Tummy Tuck
Abdominoplasty in Over Weight Patients
Friday, July 26th, 2013
There are many factors that make someone an ideal candidate for a surgical procedure. Abdominoplasty surgery is no different. Deciding who is a good candidate for abdominoplasty, or tummy tuck, is crucial in obtaining the best results. Typically ideal tummy tuck candidates have loose skin, some excess fat, loose muscles, and are within a reasonable weight range for their ...
Posted by Dr. Babak Dadvand
Filed in Abdominoplasty, Plastic Surgery, Tummy Tuck
Brave New World
Friday, July 19th, 2013
The last 10 years has seen an explosion in plastic surgery and aesthetic procedures. There has been a greater acceptance of plastic surgery correlating to increased exposure in the media. While this certainly has had positive effects on patients, there are certain ramifications to this burst of popularity. As a double board-certified plastic surgeon, I have spent thousands of hours ...
Posted by Dr. Babak Dadvand
Filed in Aesthetic Surgery, Plastic Surgeon, Plastic Surgery
Buyer Beware
Friday, February 8th, 2013
What is the difference between a plastic surgeon and a cosmetic surgeon? A plastic surgeon has trained specifically in the field of plastic surgery for a minimum of two years. This is in addition to three to five years of general surgery training. A cosmetic surgeon is not necessarily a plastic surgeon. Some dermatologists, gynecologists, or internists refer to ...
Posted by Dr. Babak Dadvand
Filed in Plastic Surgeon, Plastic Surgery
Body Dysmorphic Disorder and Plastic Surgery
Friday, February 1st, 2013
The last eight years have seen a boom in cosmetic plastic surgery procedures. Patients of all ages, races, and genders have come into plastic surgeons’ offices in the search for self-improvement. There is a small, but real, subset of patients that are looking for more than what a plastic surgeon can deliver. These patients have body dysmorphic disorder. In ...
Posted by Dr. Babak Dadvand
Filed in Plastic Surgeon, Plastic Surgery
Smart Lipo – Just the Facts
Friday, November 2nd, 2012
When I am doing a liposuction consultation, I frequently get asked about Smart Lipo; so much in fact that I decided to write a blog about it. Smart Lipo has been around in Europe for over 10 years. It was FDA approved in the U.S in October 2006. It is a laser (1064nm ND:YAG to be specific) that serves ...
Posted by Dr. Babak Dadvand
Filed in Liposuction, Plastic Surgery
Endermologie – Does It Really Work?
Friday, October 26th, 2012
Endermologie is a non-invasive technique targeted to treat cellulite. It was originally developed in the 1980's as a non-surgical method to treat scars in burn victims. These patients began to notice improvements in their cellulite and soon endermologie was considered by the FDA the first cellulite treatment. Endermologie is a massage machine with two rollers that apply positive pressure to ...
Posted by Dr. Babak Dadvand
Filed in Endermologie, Liposuction, Plastic Surgery
Silicone Breast Implants
Friday, October 19th, 2012
The FDA took silicone implants off the market back in 1992 amidst reports that the silicone product was causing a wide variety of ailments in women who had the implants and had them leak. Many studies were done to prove one way or another that the silicone was responsible for one or all of the ailments afflicting these women. ...
Posted by Dr. Babak Dadvand
Filed in Breast Implants, Implants, Plastic Surgery
Scarless Breast Reduction
Friday, October 5th, 2012
Breast reduction surgery is one of the most satisfying procedures for women because it alleviates many of their symptoms immediately. Women who decise to undergo breast reduction surgery are so fed up with the symptoms and interference with activity that they are more than happy to accept the incisions that come with the procedure. In a previous blog entry I ...
Posted by Dr. Babak Dadvand
Filed in Breast Surgery, Plastic Surgery
Breast Reduction
Friday, September 28th, 2012
Breast augmentation surgery is the most common cosmetic surgical procedure performed in the US. However, for some women, the opposite treatment is their goal. Large breasts can actually cause medical issues for women. Common symptoms include upper back and lower neck pain, shoulder grooving from bra straps, rashes in the breast folds, and interfence with daily activities. Unfortunately there is ...
Posted by Dr. Babak Dadvand
Filed in Breast Surgery, Plastic Surgery
Tuberous Breast
Friday, September 21st, 2012
As a breast surgery specialist I come across many different types of breast conditions. One of these conditions is tuberous breast deformity. It occurs during breast development and can affect either one or both breasts. Typically the characteristics of tuberous breast deformity are: 1) Constricted or narrow breast base 2) Puffy enlarged areola 3) High breast fold 4) Ptotic, or droopy, nipples Women can ...
Posted by Dr. Babak Dadvand
Filed in Breast Implants, Breast Surgery, Plastic Surgery
Double Bubble
Friday, September 14th, 2012
One of the less frequent but more challenging problems in revision breast augmentation is the “double bubble”. The term double bubble refers to how the breast looks. Typically it looks like there are two breasts on one side, one being above the other. The causes of double bubble are varied as are the treatment options. In some patients, an implant ...
Posted by Dr. Babak Dadvand
Filed in Breast Implants, Breast Lift, Breast Revision, Plastic Surgery
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