Author Archives: Dr. Paul S. Gill

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Do You Need a Tummy Tuck With Muscle Repair (Diastasis Recti Surgery)?

If you've had a baby, you know the physical changes that occur both during and after pregnancy, childbirth, and breastfeeding: stretch marks, changes to the size or shape of your breasts, and even hair loss. One condition that catches many women off-guard, however, is separated abdominal muscles (diastasis recti). If the condition persists after childbirth, …

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How Do People Afford Plastic Surgery?

If you're hesitating about pursuing cosmetic plastic surgery because of its cost, you're not alone. Questions about how people afford plastic surgery are common among the women and men we see at our practice in The Woodlands, Texas. Our goal is to make cosmetic surgery accessible to as many people as possible, which is why …

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Tummy Tuck Scars: A Comprehensive Guide

When considering a tummy tuck, knowing what to expect is especially important, particularly if you're wondering about the visibility of your scar. This post is all about what to expect from your tummy tuck scar, including incision placement, scar healing stages, and how to reduce the appearance of scars. Different Tummy Tucks = Different Scars …

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Dysport® vs BOTOX®: 4 Differences To Consider

When the FDA initially approved BOTOX in 2002 to minimize the dreaded "11s"—the vertical frown lines that develop between the eyes—it quickly became the go-to anti-wrinkle treatment in plastic surgery practices worldwide. When Dysport emerged in 2009 to challenge BOTOX's dominance, patients wanted to know if one was better. The short answer is not really, …

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Transformative Choices: Facial & Body Contouring After Weight Loss

Losing a significant amount of weight---whether through weight loss injections, bariatric surgery, or diet and exercise alone---is a remarkable achievement that brings positive changes to your health and overall well-being. However, for many individuals who have undergone substantial weight loss, there may be lingering concerns about excess skin and changes in body contour. This is …

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Who Are the Best Mommy Makeover Surgeons in Texas?

What do patients look for when choosing a plastic surgeon to perform a mommy makeover? How do you know if someone is the best mommy makeover surgeon? In Texas, there are numerous board-certified plastic surgeons with excellent credentials. The more appropriate question when choosing a plastic surgeon is, who is the best mommy makeover surgeon …

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How To Determine the Best Age for a Facelift

An increasing number of patients rely on less invasive cosmetic treatments that involve minimal downtime to counter the visible signs of aging. These “tweakments” produce satisfying results for people whose skin retains most of its elasticity. There comes a time, though, when you may need a facelift to get the results you want. Deciding to …

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What Is An Inverted “T” Tummy Tuck?

The traditional tummy tuck procedure includes only a horizontal incision running from hip to hip beneath the underwear line. However, for some patients, an inverted “T” tummy tuck may be performed, in which a small vertical incision is made between the navel and the horizontal incision. Also referred to as an “anchor pattern” tummy tuck, …

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