We Are Open! UVA Plastic Surgery has re-opened as of May 11, 2020. To maintain the safety of our patients and staff, preventative measures and social distancing will remain. We appreciate your patience as we schedule new appointments and reschedule canceled appointments as you may experience a delay while we diligently work on re-opening. Please …
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University of Virginia Plastic Surgery
1300 Jefferson Park Avenue 4th Floor
Charlottesville, VA 22908
Phone: (434) 924-1234
Location Hours: Monday–Friday | 8 a.m.–5 p.m.
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Dear current and future patients, With the COVID-19 (coronavirus) on everyone’s mind, UVA Plastic Surgery would like to share several updates to our policies intended to protect and benefit our staff and patients. Please note, we are currently not scheduling any new appointments for elective or cosmetic procedures at this time to ensure patient safety. Patients …
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Breast enhancement with breast implants is always a top procedure for our Richmond, VA patients—and for good reason. It can create transformative results and instantly add a feminine boost to your attitude. But, just like any other surgery, there are things to keep in mind when deciding on breast augmentation. A healthy mindset and realistic …
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When CoolSculpting revolutionized nonsurgical fat reduction in 2010, it was approved by the FDA for treating abdominal fat and love handles. During the past decade, though, the introduction of specialized applicators has transformed the procedure so that unwanted fat in virtually any area of the body can be targeted. The past decade has seen the …
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Both women and men can feel betrayed by their necks which show signs of aging earlier than other features. The late author Nora Ephron even wrote an essay called I Feel Bad About My Neck, which included this memorable line: "You have to cut open a redwood tree to see how old it is, but you …
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No one wants to feel self-conscious about the shape of their body. This is one of the reasons our doctors get so much satisfaction performing body contouring procedures—they get to watch our patients become more toned and confident. If you struggle with pockets of excess fat, liposuction at our Harrisonburg-area practice may be the perfect …
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Our bodies naturally change as we age. And sometimes, even for people who exercise daily and consume a healthy diet, stubborn bulges remain. Even though liposuction can reduce body fat, many people want to avoid—and may not need—invasive surgery. CoolSculpting® is a great body contouring alternative in these situations. With zero downtime and consistent results, …
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A tummy tuck, also known as an abdominoplasty, is a cosmetic surgery that targets excess skin, stretched muscles, and fatty tissue along the abdomen. It is commonly performed after pregnancy or significant weight loss. During a tummy tuck at our Charlottesville or Fishersville practice, loose skin and underlying fat are removed and abdominal muscles are …
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It is not uncommon to have areas of unwanted fat that don't respond to diet and exercise. The solution? Liposuction at our Charlottesville or Fishersville locations to get rid of this fat for good. When performed on the right candidates (men and women who are at or near their ideal body weight), the procedure can help …
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Women considering a plastic surgery procedure such as breast augmentation near Fishersville or Charlottesville, VA, often feel a combination of excitement and uncertainty. The decision to undergo breast augmentation is a significant one and patients often express concerns about life after the procedure. Our team of board-certified plastic surgeons at UVA Plastic Surgery understands adjusting …
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