Category: Tummy Tuck

Why Do People Get Plastic Surgery?

I can’t tell you why each individual is motivated to get plastic surgery. But I can tell you why we help people on their journey and what we’ve seen. We’ve seen that most people have a plastic surgery procedure because they want to see themselves in a particular way–they want to feel good about themselves.... More »

What is a Mommy Makeover?

Recently we conducted an informal survey of people who were not plastic surgery aficionados. These were average moms, and a few dads, that were asked what is involved in a Mommy Makeover. To our great surprise not a single person could answer that question! A couple of people thought it was akin to sending a... More »

Tummy Tucks and Six Packs

For those nearing middle age, six packs and flat abs are a thing of the past. Some probably have given up hope of ever seeing muscle definition around the stomach. This is especially true for women who’ve had multiple children. There may be skin that sags a little bit, or just some really stubborn parts... More »

The Top Plastic Surgery Procedures of 2013

Hundreds of thousands of plastic surgery procedures are performed each year in the United States. Some are purely cosmetic, while others are performed to correct deformities and previous injuries. Data from the American Society of Plastic Surgeons sheds light on the most common procedures. The most popular plastic surgery is breast augmentation. Nearly 300,000 breast... More »

Plastic Surgery For Mothers

Pregnancy presents a number of challenges and changes for women. Some are welcome changes, while many others are not so welcome. Most women understand that their bodies will undergo some drastic changes, but the extent of some of these changes is hard to foresee. Consequently, cosmetic surgery is quickly becoming a popular choice for women... More »

Scars and Plastic Surgery

As people learn about plastic surgery, and how it is performed, they may have questions about incisions, scars and healing. If plastic surgery is to improve the appearance of your body, won’t scars work against that beauty? Plastic surgery is focused on improving appearance, and on making that appearance look natural. For this reason, all... More »

Recovering From Plastic Surgery

The choice to get plastic surgery, of whatever variety, is a big one. It can also be an important one for many people, helping them feel better about themselves and their appearance. An important question for many people deciding on plastic surgery is recovery time and the recovery process in general. Recovery is different for... More »

Tummy Tucks And Weight Loss Surgeries

When considering drastic weight-loss surgery, gastric bypass and lap-band surgeries are typically the most traditional options. Is a tummy tuck another surgical option, even for those who may be obese? While a tummy tuck, formally known as abdominoplasty, will never replace good nutrition and exercise, recent research from the American Society of Plastic Surgeons suggests... More »

Tummy Tucks and Pregnancy

Any mother, whether in Utah, or somewhere else, will tell you that pregnancy exacts a toll on a woman’s body. They’ll also tell you that life is never the same after having a child. For any number of reasons a healthy diet and consistent exercise are sometimes not enough to repair the toll that pregnancy... More »

Choose NuVista Plastic Surgery for cosmetic procedures

Choosing a Plastic Surgeon

With so many different people advertising cosmetic procedures and so many plastic surgery horror stories out there, it can be difficult to know who is qualified to do your plastic surgery. The American Board of Plastic Surgery has a rigorous process for evaluating candidates for board certification. The highest standards for education and performance are... More »