Frequently women come to the office for consultation and say, “Dr. Dickinson, no matter how hard I exercise, the fat on the back of my upper arm and bra line persists. I become self-conscious of this when I wear a bikini or strapless dress. Can liposuction help?” Liposuction of the upper arm and bra fat can be very rewarding to…
Abdominoplasty is a common procedure in both male and female patients. The satisfaction rate is extremely high after an abdominoplasty. We recommend that patients eat a diet that is high in protein for 4-6 weeks prior to surgery and for 4-6 weeks after surgery. This high protein diet can ensure that there are enough protein stores for collagen synthesis and…
Removal of breast implants is a very common procedure. There are many women who have had breast implants in for a long period of time and who would like to have their implants removed. As patients reach 40’s and 50’s it is quite common for patients to want to participate in yoga, pilates, or other excercises that require more mobility…
Breast cancer reconstruction is an area of my practice which is rewarding as we are often able to successfully treat a patient’s breast cancer effectively, yet at the same time prevent a deformity of the breast or in some cases enhance the appearance of the breast. Elite athletes who have successfully completed IronMan/IronWoman triathlons are patients who are dear to…
