Dr. Fata's Plastic Surgery Blog

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Dr. Fata offers a range of surgical and nonsurgical treatments that can be used alone or in combination to create the firm, youthful, and attractive appearances our patients deserve. If you have been considering a cosmetic procedure, we encourage you to call our office for a consultation today.

Breast lift surgery is designed to lift sagging breast tissue for a perkier, firmer, and more youthful appearance. Indianapolis plastic surgeon Dr. Joseph Fata was one of the first in the area to offer the short-scar breast lift technique. This technique requires only a small incision be made next to the nipple and is ideal for women with mild breast sagging.

For more pronounced tissue sagging, incisions may need to extend around the nipple and, when needed, vertically from nipple to breast crease. During your initial consultation, it will be determined which option will produce the best results.

Tummy tuck surgery, also known as abdominoplasty, is used to remove excess fat and unwanted skin from the midsection. During a full tummy tuck procedure, Indianapolis plastic surgeon Dr. Joseph Fata will also reattach separated stomach muscles (diastasis recti) to further draw in the waist and to help prevent medical issues such as herniation.

The best candidates for tummy tuck surgery are men and women who are close to their goal weight. Abdominoplasty will remove stubborn fat deposits and trim excessive skin to restore...

Love handles are those deposits of fat and skin that reside just above the waist. Like all accumulations of fat, love handles may be the result of dietary choices and a lack of physical activity. They may also be a result of hormones or an underlying medical condition such as hyperthyroidism or sleep apnea.

By and large, love handles are addressed through diet and exercise. Choosing a diet that focuses on fresh fruits and vegetables, lean proteins and complex carbohydrates while eliminating foods high in sugar, white flour, and artificial ingredients is a great place to start. But fat elimination cannot always be accomplished...