Body Procedures in New Jersey by Dr. Jill Hazen

Thigh Lift | Labia Reduction

Brachioplasty (also known as an arm lift) Surgery in New Jersey

When was the last time you were able to show off your arms? Not being able to wear tank tops, bathing suits or other sleeveless tops and dresses, and having to wear long-sleeved shirts, blouses or shawls in warm weather are common complaints. If you’re living with upper arms that appear saggy and shapeless, a brachioplasty also known as an arm lift may restore your choice of clothing options and help boost your self-confidence. Heredity, age and weight loss can cause the upper arms to have a drooping, sagging appearance.

While exercise may strengthen and improve the underlying muscle tone of the upper arm, it does not help with excess skin that has lost elasticity. An arm lift can help reduce excess skin and fat between the underarm and the elbow in order to give a more toned and proportionate appearance and contour to the arm. When there is excess fat only with good skin elasticity, liposuction may be an option. Dr. Jill Hazen often uses Vaser® liposelection to sculpt and contour the upper arms.

Dr. Hazen understands that gratifying outcomes stem from a doctor-patient relationship which is built upon open communication and trust. She takes the time to truly listen to her patients and devotes her complete attention to achieving their unique goals. She understands that having self-confidence in your look can translate into confidence in all that you do.

Call Hazen Plastic Surgery at 609-921-7747 and talk with our patient coordinators for further information and to schedule your consultation.

Thigh Lift (also known as thighplasty)

Do you love the look of leggings, skinny jeans, shorts and bathing suits but not the way your thighs look in them? The thighs tend to be an area of the body that is often overlooked but one that can greatly benefit from Plastic Surgery. During the aging process, the skin loses elasticity, and gravity takes its toll. Many patients who have experienced a significant weight loss through Bariatric Bypass or Lap Band surgery are left with stretched, loose, hanging skin in the thigh area making them uncomfortable with their appearance.

A thigh lift is performed to tighten and contour the upper thighs by removing excess skin and fat producing tighter, shapelier thighs which may be the beginning of a new life. Patients who are bothered by excess skin and fat in the inner thighs should schedule a personal consultation with Dr. Jill Hazen to consider a thigh lift as the first step in eliminating these problems.

THE PROCEDURE:

Dr. Hazen performs the thigh lift procedure in a hospital or an outpatient surgical center, under general anesthesia on an outpatient basis. The procedure can take from 2 to 4 hours to perform. Excess skin and fat are removed. Surgery incisions are placed in natural creases so the scars remain inconspicuous and the remaining thigh skin is elevated and tightened. Many patients go home the same day, but some may elect to stay overnight in a hospital facility.

POST-OPERATIVE:

Following surgery the patient is placed in a compression garment to reduce swelling and assist in the natural shrinking and tightening of the skin. Patients should expect to wear the compression garment for at least two weeks. Some swelling, bruising and discomfort should be expected. This is usually easily controlled with prescription pain medication. It will take 3 to 6 weeks for the initial swelling to decrease, although it may take a full 6 months to see your final result.

Call Hazen Plastic Surgery at 609-921-7747 and talk with our patient coordinators for further information and to schedule your consultation.

Additional procedures that may enhance the result of body contouring include Liposuction, Liposelection by Vaser, Breast Lift, Breast Reduction or Tummy Tuck.

Labia Reduction

For many women, asymmetrical or over-sized labia minora can cause discomfort when wearing certain clothes and can also make routine activities like riding a bicycle, exercising or running very uncomfortable and sometimes even painful. It may also cause severe embarrassment with a sexual partner or loss of self-esteem. If you have limited your clothing or exercise options due to discomfort and/or embarrassment, labia reduction may be the solution to your problem.

Labia Reduction (also known as Labiaplasty) is a way to reduce the size and improve the symmetry of the labia minora which may be caused by:

• Heredity – large labia may be a genetic trait experienced from birth
• Age – as the skin loses its natural elasticity, the labia can sag.
• Pregnancy – the birthing process causes stretching, making the labia asymmetrical
• Steroids – hormonal changes can lead to increased labia size.

The Procedure:

Dr. Jill Hazen believes that patients, their desires, and anatomy are all unique. Therefore, during your consultation; she will listen to your concerns and create a customized surgical plan to meet your expectations. Dr. Hazen performs the labia reduction surgery using either local or twilight anesthesia. The procedure takes approximately one hour to perform. Excess skin is removed and incisions are then stitched with self-dissolving sutures. Patients may return home the same day and are not required to stay overnight.

Post-Operative:

All the stitches are dissolvable and patients are instructed to avoid exercise and sexual intercourse for 3 to 4 weeks. After surgery, women may experience some mild discomfort and swelling, which usually disappears completely after 1-2 weeks.

labia reduction can get you back to feeling self confident and comfortable quickly and safely.

Call Hazen Plastic Surgery at 609-921-7747 and talk with our patient coordinators for further information and to schedule your consultation.

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