Has pregnancy, weight fluctuations, aging, prior surgery, or even hereditary factors left you with extra skin on your abdomen or weak abdominal muscles? If so, you could be an ideal candidate for tummy tuck surgery near Grand Rapids, MI. Many men and women have found their abdomen protrudes, sags, or folds over their waistline, even with proper...
View MoreEven with diet and exercise, many men and women find they still have unwanted excess fat that won’t go away despite their efforts. It can be frustrating to work hard, yet see little results. So what can be done? If you are ready to improve the shape and proportion of your figure, Dr. Steven Ringler offers the newest innovations in the plastic...
View MoreBreast revision surgery is an intricate procedure. It is a surgery that requires attention to detail, specialized planning, and meticulous surgical skills. If you think you need breast revision surgery, it is important to work with a board-certified plastic surgeon trained in performing this specific type of surgery. Dr. Steven Ringler has more...
View MoreBreast lift or breast augmentation? Or both? During an in-depth and private consultation process, Dr. Steven Ringler will help you determine whether a Grand Rapids breast lift combined with breast augmentation is the best route to help you achieve the look you desire. The Difference Between a Breast Lift and Breast Augmentation Why would...
View MoreHow can you get great results from your cosmetic surgery? According to research by the University of Basel, most cosmetic surgery patients are pleased with their results (source). Patients tend to feel more confident and report a higher quality of life after their procedure. However, one research group found that “patients who have unrealistic...
View MoreWhat do you know about your breast implant options? The breast implants you choose will affect how natural your results look, as well as how likely you are to need surgery in the future. But with so many opinions out there, how do you know you are getting good information? We created a quick primer on breast implants using only fact-based...
View MoreMore men and women across the country are choosing to receive plastic surgery than ever before. The American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) found that, “$16.7 billion was spent on cosmetic procedures in the U.S.” as part of their 2017 Plastic Surgery Statistics Report. The latest advancements in technology have made new products,...
View MoreWhen women consider the safety of breast implants, it is important to look at the facts. New FDA trial data is now available that shows the rupture rate and capsular contracture percentages of IDEAL IMPLANT® Structured Breast Implants compared to three types of popular silicone gel implants. While the IDEAL IMPLANT has not been around for as...
View MoreThe body you had prior to pregnancy can be hard to get back, especially after multiple pregnancies. Women often discover that the weight fluctuations, the breastfeeding, and the stretching of skin that they experience while pregnant and after giving birth contribute to permanent changes with their body. This can take a physical and emotional...
View MoreA 2017 report by the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) states, “Breast augmentation continues to be the top cosmetic surgical procedure and has been since 2006.” Why is it so popular? It has a high patient satisfaction rate. In the May 2013 issue of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, findings from a study of 225 women following...
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