Tijuana Bariatrics Blog

Is Breast Augmentation After Bariatric Surgery Worth It?

When you gain a lot of weight, your skin will stretch and expand to accommodate the added mass. When you lose weight, your skin will be able to shrink back just a little bit, but there is bound to be loose skin. These issues with drooping, sagging, and stretch marks after weight loss are all art of the nature of skin elasticity. Thankfully, bariatric surgery patients can count on our

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Full Mouth Reconstruction Recovery

A full mouth reconstruction can address major dental health problems, restoring the overall health to your smile in the process. The recovery process from these dental procedures can be lengthy, but the end results are well worth it. Full mouth reconstructions can vary in terms of the nature and extent of the work involved. Given this fact, it’s important to note that your recovery time from a procedure can vary.

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Mini vs. Traditional Tummy Tuck

Patients who have excess, loose skin on the abdomen can benefit from a tummy tuck at our Tijuana, MX practice. The tummy tuck procedure tightens loose skin to produce smoother abdominal contours. There are different tummy tuck techniques that can be performed, including a traditional or mini tummy tuck. Here, our team at Tijuana Bariatrics discusses the similarities and differences between a mini vs. traditional tummy tuck. What Is a

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Most Popular Body Areas for Liposuction

When diet and exercise fail to achieve the desired results, liposuction can remove excess fat from different areas of the body. As one of the most popular types of cosmetic surgery, our doctors have years of experience treating popular areas of the body with liposuction at Tijuana Bariatrics in Tijuana, MX. This common surgical procedure removes stubborn fat deposits, transforming the patient’s appearance and confidence. Here, we discuss common areas

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Breast Reduction Techniques

Bariatric surgery can work wonders for your health and wellness. The surgery will put your body through a number of changes, though, and it’s important to keep these changes in mind. Loose skin and altered body contour are both common issues following major weight loss. Given these issues, the team at our Tijuana, Mexico weight loss surgery center often discusses breast reduction (reduction mammaplasty) for patients once they’ve hit a

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Traditional vs. Implant-Supported Dental Bridges

Tooth loss can make daily functions difficult and painful. Dental bridges fill in the gap that is left by missing teeth. This prosthetic is an effective tooth replacement treatment that has been used in dentistry for decades. Indeed, bridges restore your form, function, dental health, and appearance. This has a positive impact on your bite, ability to speak, and chew comfortably. At Tijuana Bariatrics, we are proud to offer traditional

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Eyelid Surgery Recovery: What to Expect

Blepharoplasty, or eyelid surgery, is a procedure that removes excess skin from the upper or lower lids. This procedure is highly effective at combating the signs of aging. However, it does require a recovery period. Understanding what to expect during eyelid surgery recovery is vital to proper healing. At Tijuana Bariatrics in Tijuana, Mexico, we discuss what patients can expect during the healing period. Preparing for Eyelid Surgery Before surgery,

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4 Signs You Are a Good Candidate for a Facelift

A facelift is a cosmetic surgery procedure designed to rejuvenate your facial appearance by reducing sagging skin, fine lines, and deep creases. Often performed on patients aged 40 and older, a facelift can deliver outstanding results when performed by a reputable surgeon. At Tijuana Bariatrics, we perform the facelift procedure on qualified candidates at our Tijuana, MX practice. Find out if you are a good candidate for the facelift procedure

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Breast Lift After Bariatric Surgery

Bariatric surgery is an excellent way to shed pounds and achieve a healthier lifestyle. However, following weight loss surgery, many women are left with saggy, droopy skin on their breasts. At our Tijuana, MX practice, we can perform a breast lift after bariatric surgery for women who desire a firmer, more youthful appearance. Here, our doctors discuss what bariatric patients can expect during their breast lift procedure. Quick Facts Regarding

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Porcelain Veneers Replacement

Patients that want to transform their smiles can benefit from porcelain veneers at our Tijuana, MX practice. Porcelain veneers are strong and resilient. However, they will not last forever. It is important for patients to know when porcelain veneer replacement is recommended so they can keep their teeth looking great for years to come. Dr. Julio Serecero is skilled and experienced in cosmetic dentistry and offers a number of aesthetic

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Dental Implant Surgery Recovery

If you are missing a tooth or multiple teeth, there are many options to consider fro tooth replacement. Dental implants are a popular option for the replacement of missing teeth, providing a stability and hold that is unmatched by other restorative dentistry options. To place dental implants, oral surgery is required. The team at our Tijuana, Mexico practice would like to go over some of the basics when it comes to

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Discomfort After Dental Implant Surgery

Patients seeking long-term, reliable teeth replacement can benefit from dental implants at our Tijuana, MX practice. This treatment requires a surgical procedure in which your doctor will position the implant posts in the jawbone. Today, we discuss discomfort after dental implant surgery and explains how patients can prepare for a successful recovery. Dental Implant Surgery: A Brief Overview In most cases, dental implant treatment is performed in two stages: one

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Gastric Sleeve After Lap Band: Converting Surgeries

The entire team at our Tijuana bariatric surgery center believe strongly in gastric sleeve surgery (sleeve gastrectomy), a low-maintenance bariatric procedure highly effective in helping people lose weight and keep it off. We feel it’s the best option out there even though many patients express interest in LAP-BAND® surgery (gastric

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Average Weight Loss After Gastric Sleeve Surgery

You may have noticed how much we’ve written about gastric sleeve surgery (sleeve gastrectomy) on our blog. That’s because our doctors believe in its effectiveness. In fact, many patients have come to our Tijuana weight loss surgery practice in order to undergo gastric sleeve because they know that the results can

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Gastric Sleeve Eating Schedule Tips

Our doctors have helped many patients begin a new and healthier life at our Tijuana bariatric surgery center. Many of our patients undergo gastric sleeve surgery (sleeve gastrectomy), an effective and low-maintenance weight loss option. All bariatric surgeries involve lifestyle changes for success, and part of the change is patients

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Instructions for the First Week After Gastric Sleeve

Many patients at other practices have a different experience in their first week after bariatric surgery. It’s much different with us. At our Tijuana weight loss surgery center, we carefully and closely monitor your health for much of the first week to ensure that you are perfectly fine during the

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