Lewis Plastic Surgery: Gordon Lewis, MD
2331-A Robious Station Circle
Midlothian, VA 23113
(804) 267-6009
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Considering Liposuction for Your Thighs? Here’s What You Should Know

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While diet and exercise can yield great physical benefits, they may not always lead to the cosmetic results we want. The thighs, in particular, are notoriously difficult to sculpt. If you are troubled by saddlebags or frustrated that your strong leg muscles are being hidden away under fat, can help you get the sleek results you want. Here’s what you…

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Mini Tummy Tuck vs. Full Tummy Tuck: What’s the Difference?

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A “pooch” can be a confidence buster for men and women who have dieted, exercised, and worked hard to lose weight. A tummy tuck, or abdominoplasty, is often the right solution for targeting and eliminating stubborn, unwanted pockets of abdominal fat and excess skin. But which type of tummy tuck would work best for you? How do you weigh the…

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Answers to Your Top Mommy Makeover Questions

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Since Mommy Makeovers can be so different for each patient, we find people have a lot of questions about this combination procedure. Read on to get answers to your Mommy Makeover FAQs. What is a Mommy Makeover? A Mommy Makeover is designed for moms who want to restore multiple areas of their bodies after having children. But you don’t have…

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What Procedures Make Up a Mommy Makeover? The 5 Most Popular Options

What does a mommy makeover include? It’s a question I hear often from Richmond women interested in a mommy makeover. This all-in-one procedure is famous for providing many of the corrections women desire after pregnancy or other major body changes. But what actually happens to your body during the procedure? Mommy makeovers are highly customizable procedures, so they look a…

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Top Reasons to Get a Tummy Tuck

One of my favorite procedures to perform is abdominoplasty—which most people know as a tummy tuck—because the results are so transformational. Patients who want a tummy tuck at our Richmond, VA, practice are often moms who are self-conscious about their bodies even though they work out regularly and watch what they eat. Unfortunately, exercise and dieting won’t shrink excess abdominal…

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That Weight Loss “Miracle” Remedy May Actually Be a Tummy Tuck

You’ve most likely seen it for yourself: Ads appearing all over social media for “miracle” detox teas or weight-loss medications accompanied by jaw-dropping before-and-after photos. These advertisers would have you believe their products can create dramatically slimmer stomachs overnight, but there’s likely a different story behind those transformation photos. Those results may really have come from a tummy tuck, like…

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Dad Bod? Pair Liposuction With a Tummy Tuck

Rocking a “dad bod” these days? You’re not alone. Many men struggle with concerns about their bodies as they age, and it’s something I treat with plastic surgery on a regular basis. If you’re looking for medical help shaping up your dad bod, you may want to consider liposuction paired with a tummy tuck at our Richmond, VA, area practice.…

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Liposuction: Your Best Ally to Keep That New Year’s Resolution

With the start of the new year, many people are making New Year’s resolutions to eat right and be more active so they can shed unwanted pounds. And while focusing on diet and exercise is important for promoting overall health, it may not always get you the body you really want. Liposuction is 1 of the most effective ways to…

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Liposuction: It Isn’t Just for the Body

When patients come in looking for ways to restore lost facial contours or to eliminate the bulge of fat beneath their chin, they are often surprised at our recommendation: liposuction. Many people believe that liposuction is only for the body, but it can be a great asset for aesthetically enhancing the face too. This minimally invasive procedure can leave you…

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The Future of Plastic Surgery

Plastic surgery is constantly changing as new techniques are developed and as trends change. While we love working with patients in the present, we also look forward to the changes that come in the future. Keep reading for some of our predictions about the future of plastic surgery. More Minimally Invasive Offerings Minimally invasive procedures are currently one of the…

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