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Loose upper arm skin known as bat wings before non-surgical treatment at Stanwix Plastic Surgery

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What Causes Bat Wings and Can They Be Fixed Without Surgery?

If you’ve noticed loose, hanging skin on your upper arms that moves when you wave or wear sleeveless clothes, you’re not alone. Many people, especially after weight loss, aging, or even just genetics, struggle with what’s commonly called bat wings.

March 17, 2026 No Comments

Breast implant consultation at Stanwix Plastic Surgery in Richmond discussing en bloc vs total capsulectomy

Breasts

En Bloc vs. Total Capsulectomy: What’s the Real Difference?

If you’re researching breast implant removal and feel overwhelmed by conflicting information online, you’re not alone. Many women searching for answers about breast implant illness, implant rupture, or capsular contracture quickly run into confusing surgical terms like en bloc and

February 20, 2026 No Comments

Surgery

Different Types of Scars and How Surgery Can Improve Them

Types of Scars and Surgical Treatment Options If you’re living with a scar that feels more noticeable than it should, pulls when you move, or constantly reminds you of an injury or surgery you’ve tried to move on from, this

February 4, 2026 No Comments

Surgery

Choosing the Right FTM Top Surgery Technique for Your Body Type

How to Choose the Best FTM Top Surgery Technique for Your Body Type For transgender men in Richmond, Charlottesville, and across Central Virginia, top surgery is one of the most empowering steps in gender affirmation. It helps align your physical

January 22, 2026 No Comments

Facelifts

How Male Facelift Differ from Female Facial Rejuvenation?

Key Differences Between Male and Female Facial Rejuvenation Facelift surgery is not one-size-fits-all. Men and women age differently, not just in appearance, but in the way their skin, muscles, and facial structures change over time. For men in Richmond, Charlottesville,

January 8, 2026 No Comments

Mommy makeover procedures offered by Stanwix Plastic Surgery

Abdominoplasty

What’s Included in a Mommy Makeover? A Complete Breakdown of Procedures

A Complete Guide to Mommy Makeover Procedures Pregnancy and motherhood bring immense joy, but they can also cause lasting changes to the body. Stretching skin, separated abdominal muscles, and loss of breast volume are natural effects that often don’t respond

December 27, 2025 No Comments

Rhinoplasty

Is Rhinoplasty Right for You? Signs Nose Surgery May Be Worth Considering

If you’ve ever felt that your nose draws attention for the wrong reasons, you’re not alone. The nose sits at the center of the face, so even minor concerns can feel magnified. For some people, these concerns are purely aesthetic.

December 19, 2025 No Comments

Surgery

Scar Revision Surgery FAQs: Everything You Need to Know Before Treatment

Scar Revision Surgery FAQs: What to Know Before Your Procedure If you’re researching scar revision surgery, you’re likely dealing with a scar that makes you feel self-conscious, uncomfortable, or frustrated. Whether it’s from an injury, surgery, acne, a burn, or

December 10, 2025 No Comments

Surgery

Body Lift vs. Tummy Tuck: What’s the Best Procedure After Weight Loss?

If you’ve recently lost a significant amount of weight and you’re struggling with loose skin, sagging tissue, or a midsection that still doesn’t look the way you hoped, we understand that people in this phase often feel stuck between excitement

December 1, 2025 No Comments

Richmond male breast reduction aftercare tips by Dr. Stanwix

Breasts

Lifestyle Tips to Maintain Your Results After Male Breast Reduction

Male Breast Reduction: Daily Habits That Help You Maintain Your Results Male breast reduction surgery can be a life-changing experience. It offers relief from the physical and emotional effects of gynecomastia, helping restore a flatter, more masculine chest contour. But,

November 26, 2025 No Comments

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What Causes Bat Wings and Can They Be Fixed Without Surgery?

En Bloc vs. Total Capsulectomy: What’s the Real Difference?

Different Types of Scars and How Surgery Can Improve Them

Choosing the Right FTM Top Surgery Technique for Your Body Type

How Male Facelift Differ from Female Facial Rejuvenation?

What’s Included in a Mommy Makeover? A Complete Breakdown of Procedures

Is Rhinoplasty Right for You? Signs Nose Surgery May Be Worth Considering

Scar Revision Surgery FAQs: Everything You Need to Know Before Treatment

Body Lift vs. Tummy Tuck: What’s the Best Procedure After Weight Loss?

Lifestyle Tips to Maintain Your Results After Male Breast Reduction

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