Why arm lifts are so popular
Advances in surgical techniques and faster recovery times are making arm lifts more appealing than ever. In addition, the surge in GLP-1–assisted weight loss has further increased demand. More patients are interested in arm lift surgery to improve their arms contour, address excess skin and enhance their post-weight-loss results. Written by Mark Domanski, M.D. Arm […]
Fix a crooked nose
Can I fix a crooked nose without a full rhinoplasty? Written by Mark Domanski, M.D. I spent 5 years living in the deep south, and in the deep south they do grammar and diction. So, as a tribute to my surgical professors who corrected my grammar when I was in my 30s, let’s focus on the […]
Ice or Cold Compresses?
Should I use ice or cold compresses after plastic surgery? Written by Mark Domanski, M.D. I was recently at a rugby match where I watched players receiving ice on the field immediately after an injury. This made me consider the evidence for and against icing after plastic surgery procedures. What Icing Does Lowering the temperature […]
Dermal fillers and facelifts
What is the Impact of dermal fillers on future facelifts in Northern Virginia? Written by Mark Domanski, M.D. Do dermal fillers affect future facelifts? Does doing dermal filler injections now make future facelifts harder or better? This is a common question I get in my consultations. I generally consider fillers to be adjunct procedures, separate from […]
Plastic surgeon near me
The benefits of choosing a plastic surgeon close to home Written by Mark Domanski, M.D. Why choosing a local plastic surgeon matters Of all the internet searches patients perform, I think “Plastic Surgeon Near Me” is the most important. Most areas of the country have excellent plastic surgeons. Being close to your plastic surgeon makes before and aftercare […]
Surgical recovery in Northern Virginia
Surgical Recovery in Northern Virginia Written by Mark Domanski, M.D. McLean is not Miami! Patients in Northern Virginia need to get back to work. Can’t miss the next “Status Update Meetings” or “Check-the-Box Training?” This guide for plastic surgery recovery is for you! In general, I like my patients to be back at work within 2 weeks of […]
Cost of plastic surgery
How do plastic surgeons determine the cost of cosmetic surgery? Written by Mark Domanski, M.D. The cost of plastic surgery can vary significantly depending on several factors, which often leads patients to wonder why prices differ so much. Many people ask: why do plastic surgery prices vary so widely? What am I actually paying for? And […]
C-section vs tummy tuck
Recovery Comparison: C-Section vs. Abdominoplasty (Tummy Tuck) Written by Mark Domanski, M.D. By definition, and abdominoplasty is generally performed on someone who has stretched abdominal skin and muscles from pregnancy. Therefore, it would make sense to consider how abdominoplasty recovery is different and similar to a c-section. Purpose of Surgery C-Section (Cesarean Delivery) Performed to […]
Surgical pain and discomfort management
Plastic Surgery – Pain and discomfort worse than anticipated? Written by Mark Domanski, M.D. The topic of surgical pain and discomfort management frequently arises in online plastic surgery groups and threads so I am going to explore it further. When I was in medical school, patients with pain received opioids. However, this overly simplistic approach […]
Can You Combine a Tummy Tuck with Hernia Repair in Northern Virginia?
Tummy Tuck with Hernia Repair in Northern Virginia? Written by Mark Domanski, M.D. We’ve recently had several patients inquiring about tummy tucks who also have hernias, so I wanted to cover the basics. What is a hernia? A hernia is a hole in a container. Think of your bathtub: the drain is a kind of hernia. The […]