Author: Dr. Smita Ramanadham

Chin liposuction — also called submentoplasty or submental liposuction — is a relatively simple cosmetic surgery that creates a more defined neckline by removing excess fat from beneath the chin. It is sometimes referred to as “double chin surgery”. Before performing chin liposuction, Dr. Smita Ramanadham...

The labia is a common area of concern for many women, with issues such as asymmetry or excessive length, often caused by factors like childbirth or genetics. As a result, labiaplasty has become the most popular form of vaginal rejuvenation, addressing these concerns and helping women achieve their...

Many women are unhappy with their labia or are struggling with pain and physical discomfort because of a condition called labial hypertrophy (long or enlarged labia). This issue can lead to rubbing against undergarments, which may be painful and even lead to irritated, broken skin. It can also cause...

Labiaplasty recovery period is the period following labiaplasty — a surgical procedure that reduces and/or reshapes a woman’s inner labia, or labia minora. (The labia majora are the outer folds of the vulva.) Although it is not frequently discussed, the problem of having extra-long inner labia...

Labiaplasty cost is rarely paid for by insurance coverage. This is because — for most patients who seek labiaplasty to reduce the size of their labia minora — the procedure is cosmetic.  Certainly, some patients may feel uncomfortable about having enlarged labia. However, even though this is an understandable...

Gynecomastia surgery removes glandular breast tissue and excess fat and skin from the male chest. For many men, male breast reduction can be life-changing — offering a new-found confidence, a greater sense of masculinity, and freedom from chronic soreness and discomfort. However, in rare cases, patients...

Gynecomastia is the presence of excess breast tissue in males. The condition can lead to embarrassment, self-consciousness, and even discomfort and pain. Many men have difficulty finding clothes they feel comfortable in, and it can be a challenge for romantic relationships as well. Fortunately, men...

Women seeking breast reduction are driven by a myriad of negative side effects related to overly large breasts. From neck and shoulder pain and severe back problems to trouble fitting into clothes and undesired attention, having disproportionately large breasts can be a major cause of distress for...

When we see patients for breast reduction surgery, there’s one thing that most of them have in common: Copious amounts of questions. And that’s great.  We love questions when it comes to cosmetic surgery. When patients ask lots of them, it means they’re serious about their health and want to get...

Have you scheduled your breast reduction procedure and are now planning for your recovery?  Breast reduction surgery (also known as reduction mammaplasty) is a procedure that removes fat, tissue, and skin from overly large breasts. The surgery can produce outstanding results. The vast majority of...