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Smartlipo DC: What are the Benefits of Laser Liposuction?

Posted on December 18, 2017 by dcadmin

If diet and exercise alone have proved futile and ineffective, it may be time to consider DC Smartlipo, the laser liposuction procedure, as an extra step to achieving the goals you’ve been working toward.

What is Smartlipo?

It is the process of removing excess, unwanted pockets of fat on the body through careful, targeted suction. Smartlipo DC differs from the process of regular liposuction performed by DC plastic surgeons, Drs. Bruno and Brown, because a laser is used to assist in the process.

How is Smartlipo Different from Regular Liposuction?

Recovery time with Smartlipo DC is significantly less than with traditional liposuction. The Smartlipo procedure performed by top plastic surgeons, Drs. Bruno and Brown, also frequently results in less swelling or bruising around the treated area. Smartlipo is considered less invasive than traditional liposuction- especially because it leaves smaller incisions.

Like traditional liposuction, Smartlipo uses a small tube inserted just below the skin. However, with Smartlipo, there is also a small laser fiber inside the tube, which targets fat cells directly and allows the surrounding tissue to tighten more quickly. Smartlipo literally melts away fat, and it eliminates sagginess much faster than traditional liposuction, though the two procedures can be used in conjunction if necessary.

What to Expect from your DC Smartlipo?

The overall procedure typically only lasts 1-3 hours depending on the size of the area treated, and because it is a minimally invasive procedure it can be performed by Drs. Bruno and Brown under local anesthesia. While many patients are able to return to normal activity within a few days, you may need to wear a compression garment to support the treated area. Learn more about what you can expect from a body contouring DC Smartlipo procedure, performed by Drs. Bruno and Brown,here.

If diet and exercise fail to yield the results you’ve been working toward, consider treating yourself to a Smartlipo DC procedure to help achieve your body contouring goals.

Finding The Right Plastic Surgeons For Your DC Brazilian Butt Lift

Posted on October 12, 2017 by dcadmin

The importance of Board-Certified and insured plastic surgeons for your Brazilian butt lift DC

Brazilian butt lift dc Plastic surgeons have seen a recent but steady rise in the popularity of Brazilian butt lift procedures, about 18 and 26 percent over the last two years respectively, according to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons. However, there has also been a rise in the number of unlicensed and uninsured individuals impersonating plastic surgeons to perform Brazilian butt lift procedures, without the knowledge or equipment to do so properly.

There have been several cases reported recently of individuals impersonating plastic surgeons, claiming to be licensed and insured, so that they can perform Brazilian butt lifts on patients. Usually, they attract appeal solely because they advertise well below market prices. These unlicensed individuals impersonating plastic surgeons to perform Brazilian butt lifts, often have no medical knowledge and operate in very unsafe and unsterile conditions, usually without medical supplies.

The most recent case being Allison Spence, who claimed to be a plastic surgeon, the botched Brazilian butt lift she performed involved injecting industrial grade silicone- purchased from a hardware store- into the buttocks of her patient in an unsterile apartment, which she claimed was a clinic. The procedure resulted in the patient having an embolism because of a misplaced injection, which eventually caused her death. As a result of this botched Brazilian butt lift procedure, Allison Spence will be serving prison time under manslaughter charges.

Another example of one such individual performing an unlicensed Brazilian butt lift procedure resulted in the death of Kelly Mayhew from Queens, NYC in 2015, who received a buttocks injection in the practitioner’s basement. The individual who impersonated the practitioner to give the injections has still not been found. This growing cash business is resulting in senseless deaths, and it has to be stopped. It is important not only for victims to come forward, despite any regret or embarrassment they may feel, to receive the proper medical attention, but it is also important for individuals seeking buttocks augmentation to seek out licensed and insured medical professionals.

The appeal of extremely low prices for Brazilian butt lifts is tempting; however, the risks of having an unlicensed plastic surgeon are severe, many cases resulting in death from botched Brazilian butt lifts. If it seems too good to be true, it probably is. The quality of a Brazilian butt lift procedure will alter your body forever, it is definitely something worth investing it.

Not only is it important to look for a licensed and insured medical practitioner, but it is also important to look for the most experienced and skilled surgeons in the field, as their experience has a direct correlation to the quality of the results of your procedure. With experienced and expert surgeons, like those at Bruno|Brown Plastic Surgery, you can be sure you are receiving the top care available.

Read the full article about the botched plastic surgery here.

If you’re interested in hearing more about our qualifications and experience, or if you’re interested in receiving a Brazilian butt lift, contact us today.

DC Breast Augmentation: Why Have Breast Augmentation Surgery?

Posted on September 25, 2017 by dcadmin

Top rated DC Plastic Surgeons Drs. Bruno and Brown are often asked what benefits are associated with breast augmentation.

Every patient considering breast augmentation has to weigh the benefits and risks associated with the surgery, when making their decision. Here, we examine some of the reasons women choose to undergo breast enhancement surgery and what the possible benefits are.

When rating their experiences before and after undergoing breast augmentation surgery, women overwhelmingly report an increase of 7 points in their self-esteem and an increase of 6.5 points in their sexual satisfaction, using a 36 point measurement scale. You can read more about the results of this study conducted by the University of Florida here.

What Are the Benefits of Breast Augmentation?

The benefits of breast augmentation surgery have been shown to include major increases in positive body imaging, or how a woman views her body and herself. Breast enhancement can help a woman feel better about her appearance, increasing her self-confidence and self-esteem. It can also help make a woman feel like herself again, if major changes occurred to her body occurred over time through extreme weight loss, child birth or any other circumstances.

Whatever the reason, breast augmentation is a safe and popular procedure which helps women feel more comfortable in their bodies.

How Popular is Breast Augmentation?

Last year alone, 290,000 breast augmentation procedures were performed, and since 2000, breast augmentation procedures have risen 31% which accounts for nearly one third of the 115% rise in the number of overall plastic surgery procedures performed each year since 2000.

Can Breast Augmentation Benefit My Sex Life?

There are major benefits for women with increased sexual activity and overall satisfaction with their sex lives. This is heavily tied to the woman’s increased self-esteem and positive body image. In a recent survey, many women reported a 70% increase in sexual satisfaction after undergoing breast augmentation surgery, as well as a 61% increase in the frequency of their sexual activity. You can read more about this study, here.

Can Breast Augmentation Restore My Breasts After Childbirth or Weight Loss?

There are many motivations to receiving breast augmentation surgery if over time, breast shape and definition has changed or is not the same as it used to be. Many people who have undergone extreme weight loss suffer a loss of muscle and definition with their breasts, and breast augmentation can quickly and easily correct those problems. Many women also notice an extreme change in their breasts shape and definition after breast feeding. Before their child is born, most women will experience rapid breast growth due to the natural process of the body creating milk for the baby, but after breast feeding, the breasts can quickly lose that shape and definition. Breast augmentation can quickly and simply return the breasts to how they were before childbirth.

What Are the Risks of Breast Augmentation?

Besides the normal risks associated with any surgery, there are very few risks associated with breast enhancement surgery because it is a minimally invasive procedure, but the benefits to this procedure are substantial.

Click to find out more about DC breast augmentation with Drs. Bruno and Brown.

Dr. Brown announced as new Chief of Plastic Surgery at Sibley Memorial Hospital – Washington, DC

Posted on July 10, 2017February 23, 2023 by dcadmin

Our very own Dr. Brown has been elected by his peers to become the new Chief of Plastic Surgery at Sibley Memorial Hospital.

Sibley Memorial Hospital in Washington, DC offers patients outpatient and inpatient aesthetic or reconstructive surgery with a dedicated plastic surgery team. With state-of-the-art technology and equipment, as well as an extremely safe approach to anesthesia and patient monitoring, Sibley hospital offers some of the best facilities, support staff, and care in the area.

Are you interested in cutting-edge care and plastic surgery techniques in the Washington, DC, area?
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Summer Specials are in at Bruno|Brown Plastic Surgery!

Posted on June 14, 2017April 14, 2022 by dcadmin

THIS OFFER HAS EXPIRED.

Let Drs. Bruno and Brown help you get smoothed out in time for your summer vacation. Don’t delay- these prices are for a limited time!

Dermal Fillers: 20% OFF*

If you have experienced a loss of facial volume as natural collagen decreases, dermal injectable fillers may be right for you.

Botox: $12/unit*

Unhappy with skin wrinkles and other signs of aging? It may be time to consider Botox, one of the most effective and minimally invasive procedures.

These specials are good from now until July 10! THIS OFFER HAS EXPIRED.

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Bruno|Brown Plastic Surgery specializes in DC-area plastic surgery procedures. From DC Breast Augmentation to PRP Injections to Botox and Fillers, our top rated plastic surgeons are here to make you look and feel your best!

In Hollywood, Breast Augmentation is King, but Ariel Winter Breaks the Mold by Discussing her Breast Reduction Surgery.

Posted on June 6, 2017 by dcadmin

Hollywood gets a lot of notice for making breasts bigger through breast augmentation, but Ariel Winter is breaking the mold by discussing her breast reduction.

Last year, the celebrity was seen sporting a strapless dress that exposed her scars from the recent breast reduction surgery. She now poses in an un-retouched shoot for Self magazine saying that breast reduction was “honestly the greatest choice I made”. For years she says she suffered through back and neck pain, while also being scrutinized by media for being too curvy. In an article with Entertainment Tonight, she talks about her experience.

“Women are already over-sexualized, and I grew into my body so young,” she continued. “I was 13, 14 years old, and I looked 19. Suddenly, people didn’t want to talk about my job — they just wanted to talk about my cleavage.”

Winter received plenty of unwanted attention online.

“I’d go to awards shows and the next day see everyone on the Internet telling me I shouldn’t look like this and dress like that,” she wrote. “The conversation became about my looks instead of my talent and work — everything that I didn’t want. I even started getting messages from older male fans, and let’s just say they were gross.”

Of course, her issues were more than psychological.

“It’s really difficult to be such a small girl and have so much weight on your chest,” Winter explained. “You physically hurt. You can’t find clothes that fit right. I couldn’t find a cute bathing suit. Everything looked like I was trying to be ‘sexy.’ It didn’t help that I didn’t look like any of my friends my age.”

She emphasized though that the decision she made was for herself.”I mainly did it for myself,” Winter said at the Teen Vogue Young Hollywood party in Beverly Hills, California. “Yes, I had many comments, and it bothered me that that was kind of what I was known for. And that was kind of what people were commenting on my photos. That bothered me, but it wasn’t the main reason I did it.”

Now, more than ever, she is a strong proponent of body positivity. “Don’t get me wrong: I don’t think women should ever change themselves based on anyone else’s standards,” she wrote. “My surgery got a lot of criticism from some people, but I’m happier for it. In the end, I think it’s all about how you feel — not what other people think.”

Read the full Entertainment Tonight article about Ariel Winter’s breast reduction surgery here.

Bruno Brown Plastic Surgery are experts in DC breast augmentation procedures and breast reduction procedures in Washington DC, Chevy Chase, MD and Northern Virginia.

PRP Injections: Q&A with Sara

Posted on May 17, 2017 by dcadmin

Skin Specialist, Sara answers the most common questions about PRP Injections, a natural product created from your body that combats signs of aging.

Q: What can I expect during my PRP treatment?
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Upon your arrival, we collect one tube of blood and spin it down to obtain the PRP, after we prepare the PRP for injections, one of our Doctors will then mark the area to be treated and inject accordingly

Q: What areas can be treated with PRP?
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Any area can be treated with PRP, but PRP is mostly done under the eyes, crow’s feet, nasolabial folds, perioral wrinkles (smokers lines), the cheek area for collagen/elasticity loss.

Q: How many sessions does it take to be effective?

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We suggest doing 2-3 sessions, depending on the damage. Often times PRP alone is not enough to repair or to see a significant difference, which is we highly suggest pairing it with other treatments such as Laser Skin Resurfacing, Micro-Needling, and Deep Chemical Peels for optimal results.

Q: Does the treatment hurt?

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It can be uncomfortable, especially around the mouth area as there are more nerve endings.

Q: Is it more effective for under eye bags/dark circles than fillers?

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Some patients like to pair the injections with filler or Botox because while they give you an instant fix, the PRP is injected to actually rebuild and repair area (while the fillers are giving you a smoother more youthful appearance immediately).

Q: Is there any downtime?

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Directly after the injections, the skin will be puffy and swollen due to the amount of fluid that is injected. Several hours after the injections, it begins to go down as your body resorbs the fluid. Bruising can last up to a week so we do suggest planning accordingly. We send patients home with camouflage makeup that won’t irritate the skin but will help hide any small bruises.

Q: How long do results last?

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One important thing to remember is PRP injections are not a quick fix. PRP is something to rebuild and lay a foundation for long-term anti-aging and repair. It’s a great tool for patients who are looking to really begin a strict skin regimen and want to reverse a lot of the damage that has already been done. The PRP can stay in the body for approximately 15 months, and during this time it repairs and rebuilds.

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Bruno | Brown Plastic Surgery is an expert in anti-aging treatments such as PRP injections the DC, Chevy Chase and Northern Virginia area.

What’s the difference between Laser Resurfacing Treatments and IPL?

Posted on May 9, 2017March 17, 2020 by dcadmin

If you’re confused, you’re not the only one! Our skin care specialist Sara Maxsell was featured answering this question in today’s Alexandria Stylebook.

Click through to read it there, or see below for the full post!

Laser? IPL? Answers from Sara Maxsell

By: Elizabeth Cestrone

People ask me about laser and IPL all the time. Having never received either of these types of treatment, I honestly had no idea what to tell them, except a half-hearted shill for the Mystical and Wonderful Powers of Google. Enter Sara Maxsell, a friend of one of our great clients. Sara works as an aesthetician at Bruno/Brown Plastic Surgery and was kind enough to answer some questions for us!

What’s the difference between laser resurfacing treatments and IPL? A lot of people (including me!) get confused around this terminology.

Confusing the two treatments is very common, as many times, they are just different hand pieces on the same machine. IPL stands for Intense Pulsed Light, and is NOT a laser. IPL shares some similarities with laser treatments, however, in that they both use light to heat and destroy their targets. IPL is used for hair removal, pigmentation issues, acne, and rosacea (to name a few). As for Laser Skin Resurfacing, there are several different types; here in our office, we use a fractional non-ablative laser, called The ResurFX. “Non-ablative” means that unlike other lasers, ours does not remove any skin; the laser penetrates to the deeper layers of skin to stimulate collagen growth without damaging the skin’s surface.

You assist with and consult on laser appointments. What does a consultation for that look like?

Generally, patients with skin concerns will start by coming to me for a complimentary consultation. Many patients are unsure what they want/need, and are looking for some guidance. During the consultation, I determine lifestyle habits, current skincare regimen, schedule, concerns, etc., and I can make my recommendation from there. On occasion, the patient’s concerns can be as simple as mild redness or a facial vein that bothers them (easily corrected with a few IPL sessions), but more often than not, they are also struggling with a whole slew of issues — anything from collagen loss, to severe wrinkling, to melasma, and more, all of which can require a more aggressive approach.

We are currently offering a comprehensive evaluation with Dr. Bruno or Dr. Brown and me. We are able to take the time to discuss a wide variety of issues and concerns, and answer any questions a patient may have. During this evaluation, we come up with a treatment plan and work together to accomplish their goals for the skin, and this plan usually involves a blend of several different treatments over several different sessions to achieve the best result. This comprehensive evaluation is something we are really excited about because we are able to take aging head-on, and correct and prevent in every way we can. There is nothing better than seeing someone confident in their own skin again, and we really pride ourselves on improving not only the aesthetic of the skin, but the overall health.

What’s your number one, most frequently asked question about IPL treatment? (And what’s the answer?)

“Why can’t I just get one treatment?” The answer is that pigmentation issues are not just on the surface. There are so many layers to the skin, and a lot of damage is underlying. IPL isn’t just a quick cure for cosmetic issues; we are also removing a lot of underlying damage to prevent it from popping up in the near future. Accumulative sun damage isn’t just black and white; the pigment can sit in different layers and some can be quite stubborn, which is why we recommend doing six sessions, to ensure efficacy and long-term success.

What’s something that no one asks, but should know before investing in a course of IPL?

Not many people ask what they can do to prevent future damage. I always recommend being on a pharmaceutical-grade tyrosinase inhibitor, generally a stable ascorbic acid (Vitamin C). This prevents the formation of brown spots, and ascorbic acid is a potent antioxidant, so you’re also getting protection against environmental aggressors. The most important thing to always do is wear a broad spectrum SPF. I’m sure people get tired of me saying that, but I always make sure to add that in!

And now something no one asks (but should) about laser resurfacing treatments?

Not many people ask what they can do to continue results. Now, with the laser, you are stimulating collagen and elastin on a dermal level to repair and renew the cells and bring new fresh skin to the surface. Chemical exfoliation is a great step you can do to maintain results as the acids penetrate to loosen the “intercellular cement,” allowing new cells to turn over at a rapid rate and bring new skin to the surface. Stimulation to those deeper layers is key, so I always suggest my patients come in for a peel every few months, use a prescription-strength Vitamin A derivative, or use a daily regimen of a pharmaceutical-strength exfoliant to have that constant stimulation.

What’s the range of fees someone might encounter when it comes to IPL?

For one session on the face and neck, IPL is $350, but we do suggest purchasing a package of six sessions for $1,400 to maximize results and minimize future pigmentation issues. We also offer a photo-fraction, which is a combination of IPL and Laser Skin Resurfacing in one session. A one-time laser treatment is $800, but we do suggest a package of four for $2,600, to ensure you receive the very best results, and set your skin up for future success.

Click for more information about IPL or Laser Skin Resurfacing at our plastic surgery office in DC.

[Skinceuticals, Dr. Dennis Gross, and Alchimie Forever have many products that fit perfectly into a post-treatment skincare regimen. Swing by Bellacara to create your own bespoke routine after beginning a course of treatment with Sara!]

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