Scar therapies: Are they worth it? Posted on December 22, 2015 By Lauren Butenko There is a lot to think about when making a decision to undergo surgery. It’s important to look at all of the pros and cons in order to be completely informed. Long-term effects from cosmetic procedures are almost all positive, but one unfortunate side effect is the presence of scars. While plastic surgeons are specifically … Read More
This holiday season, shrink more than your bank account Posted on December 15, 2015 By Lauren Butenko December. The time of year when everyone is scrambling to find the perfect gifts, attempting to decorate in pure Pinterest style, and when sweets and bubbly spirits are abundant. You may have finally gotten into a clean eating and exercise routine, only to find yourself caught in the hustle and bustle, skipping the veggies and … Read More
Dr. Koenig weighs in on the latest body contouring trend Posted on November 25, 2015 By Lauren Butenko The newest trend in weight loss borrows directly from a practice that phased out in the early 20th century. The trend of an hourglass figure is back and so is the method to achieve the look: corsets, currently called “waist trainers.” This practice, now known as waist training, is advertised as a fitness hack to … Read More
What’s New at Q | Fall 2015 Newsletter Posted on November 20, 2015 By Lauren Butenko 20 YEARS. OVER 40,000 PARTNERS IN BEAUTY. Twenty years ago with unwavering vision and passion, Dr. Quatela opened his plastic surgery practice at the Lindsay House. After years of practicing at Strong Memorial Hospital and putting countless hours and dollars into renovating the historic Lindsay House on East Avenue, he opened his doors for a … Read More
Lifelong Improvement: A Holistic View of Plastic Surgery Posted on November 5, 2015 By Lauren Butenko “Tell me and I’ll forget; show me and I may remember; involve me and I’ll understand.” -Chinese Proverb Sometimes patients are looking for cosmetic procedures to be an end-all solution to their insecurities about a certain part of their appearance. However, at the Quatela Center we do not view plastic surgery as an easy fix … Read More
It’s Time to Ditch the Double Chin Posted on October 28, 2015 By Lauren Butenko Are you one of the nearly 68% of people who are bothered by the fullness underneath their chin? This common yet often untreated area is a nuisance to many, even those who are fit and trim. But now there is a way to treat this unique area that is often impossible to eliminate with exercise. … Read More
Traditional Tumescent Liposuction vs Smartlipo®: Which Is Right for Me? Posted on October 22, 2015 By Lauren Butenko Options for fat removal are constantly evolving, and many patients call our office looking to utilize the newest technology. When it comes to choosing between tumescent liposuction vs Smartlipo, most people want to know which procedure offers the least amount of downtime and fast, noticeable results. However, not all patients are candidates for every procedure. … Read More
Do you feel alone in your embarrassment? Posted on October 5, 2015 By Lauren Butenko Inverted nipples. Have you ever had a conversation about them? Chances are probably not. But did you know that inverted nipples are actually a lot more common than people realize? About 10-20% of women, and many men, have inverted or flat nipples. That means that inverted nipples are more common than having blue or green … Read More
Can’t get rid of your post-baby belly bulge? Find out if you have this medical condition Posted on September 25, 2015 By Lauren Butenko What is it? Many women are all too familiar with the post-pregnancy belly bulge that is seemingly impossible to fix with diet and/or exercise. This “pooch” is actually a medical condition known as diastasis recti. “Diastasis” means separation while “recti” refers to the abdominal muscles. The abdominal area sticks out because the left and right … Read More
Maintaining shape: Menopause and abdominal changes Posted on September 3, 2015 By Lauren Butenko Women experience many changes to their bodies, and menopause is one that affects all women at some point in their lives. Unfortunately, one of the many side effects of menopausal changes is weight gain that occurs as hormones decrease and metabolism slows down. In addition to an increase in weight, fat is also redistributed which … Read More