Why You Must: Tips & Techniques to Quit Smoking is one of the most significant risk factors for complications during and after surgery. It impairs blood circulation, hinders wound healing, increases the risk of infection, and can even lead to breathing complications under anesthesia. If you’re preparing for a cosmetic procedure or any surgery, stopping…
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Can You Have a Breast Augmentation After age 50?
Hi, I’m Dr. Glenn Lyle, a board-certified plastic surgeon with over 30 years of experience helping patients in North Carolina achieve their aesthetic goals. One of the most common questions I get from women in their 50s and beyond is, “Am I too old for breast augmentation?” Breast augmentation continues to be one of the…
Tummy Tucks Can Get Rid Of Ugly Scars
Tummy tuck Before and After Photos Before After Before After Tummy Tuck Page Tummy Tuck Gallery I have seen many patients who tell me that they would never wear a bikini at the beach or pool because they feel embarrassed about their tummy appearance. In many cases their pregnancies took a toll on their bellies….
Where Can You Get Dermal Fillers On Your Face?
Hi, I’m Dr. Glenn Lyle , a board-certified plastic surgeon in Raleigh, NC. If you’re considering dermal fillers, you’re probably wondering where exactly they can be used and how they can enhance your facial appearance. Injectable dermal fillers are extremely versatile and can be used almost anywhere to restore lost volume, improve symmetry, and enhance…
Tummy Tuck After Age 50: Am I Too Old for Abdominoplasty? The Answer is No!
I’m Dr. Glenn Lyle, a board-certified plastic surgeon in North Carolina, and I’ve helped countless women achieve a flatter, more toned abdomen through tummy tuck surgery, also known as abdominoplasty. If you want a tummy tuck over 50 and are wondering if you’re too old for this procedure, the answer is a resounding NO. In…
Recalled Breast Implants: Are Yours Recalled? Learn More
Hello, I’m Dr. Glenn Lyle, a board-certified plastic surgeon based in Raleigh, North Carolina. If you’ve heard about breast implant recalls and are wondering if yours may be affected, you’re not alone. I want to clarify the facts and help you understand your options for peace of mind and optimal health. Understanding Breast Implant Recalls…
Teenage Breast Reduction
I’m Dr. Glenn Lyle, a board-certified plastic surgeon with extensive experience performing breast surgery including teenage breast reduction surgeries. While teenage breast reduction is a specialist surgical procedure that should not be taken lightly, it can be life-changing for the right candidate. I perform these surgeries occasionally, and when I do, I find them extremely…
How Long Does It Take to Recover from a Mommy Makeover?
For women who want to restore their pre-pregnancy figure, a mommy makeover can provide life-changing results. This comprehensive body contouring procedure typically involves a combination of procedures – such as tummy tuck, liposuction, and breast augmentation – to address areas affected by pregnancy, childbirth, and breastfeeding. Even women who have never had children but have…
Abdominoplasty with Prior Complicated Umbilical Hernia Repair in Raleigh NC
This patient presented with severe scarring of her umbilical region from prior surgery, along with severe diastasis recti after childbirth. She opted for abdominoplasty and diastasis repair. Many women experience changes in their abdominal region post-surgery or after giving birth. In this case, the patient had significant scarring and diastasis recti that impacted her quality…
Capsular contracture – does your breast implant warranty cover this complication?
Capsular contracture is an abnormal condition that can occur around a breast implant causing it to feel firm, misshapen and even painful. It is a known complication of breast augmentation that is a consequence of fibrosis of the normal scar tissue that typically forms around the device. All foreign objects placed in the human body…
