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Barak Tanzman, D.O.
Plastic Surgeon
Dr. Barak Tanzman is a cosmetic medicine and surgery specialist practicing in Berkley, MI. Dr. Tanzman specializes in the enhancement of appearance. Improving aesthetic, symmetry and proportion are key goals in cosmetic surgery. Cosmetic medicine has nothing to do with these specific areas not functioning properly; therefore, this elective field solely focuses on aesthetics and anti-aging.
26 years
Experience
Barak Tanzman, D.O.
- Berkley, MI
- Ohio University, Athens, Ohio
- Accepting new patients
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Can liposuction remove back fat?
Yes, liposuction definitely can be done to the back area to remove excess fat. :)
How much weight do you lose after liposuction?
Patients lose very little actual measurable weight with liposuction. The main goal of liposuction is contouring and sculpting the body. Of course, since fat is removed there READ MORE
Patients lose very little actual measurable weight with liposuction. The main goal of liposuction is contouring and sculpting the body. Of course, since fat is removed there is some weight to it but not much and always less than what one might think.
Can plastic surgery get rid of a nose hump?
Yes, a rhinoplasty or nose job can change the outer appearance of your nose and can get rid of or greatly reduce a nose hump.
How long should I take off work after liposuction?
There is postoperative pain associated with liposuction and most patients take 7-14 days off of work. The time off of work my also depend on what time of work a patient does and READ MORE
There is postoperative pain associated with liposuction and most patients take 7-14 days off of work. The time off of work my also depend on what time of work a patient does and might be longer if the patient has a labor intensive job.
Is it easier to lose weight after liposuction?
Having liposuction will not change the ability nor the ease of losing weight.
Can lipo get rid of back fat?
Good liposuction to the back and flank area can get rid of back fat. It will not tighten the skin if there is also skin laxity.
Does skin tighten after liposuction?
There may be some very mild skin tightening after liposuction. There usually is more skin tightening with liposuction if your surgeon uses some sort of energy combined with the READ MORE
There may be some very mild skin tightening after liposuction. There usually is more skin tightening with liposuction if your surgeon uses some sort of energy combined with the liposuction (i.e. ultrasound or laser).
Will rhinoplasty make my nose smaller?
A rhinoplasty can alter the look of the nose and can make the nose smaller in some ways, depending on each individual's nose and what changes they want made to it.
How can I clean my face after rhinoplasty?
Easiest way to cleanse your face after rhinoplasty would be with your choice of facial cleanser and a damp wash cloth. There are also many different over the counter facial wipes READ MORE
Easiest way to cleanse your face after rhinoplasty would be with your choice of facial cleanser and a damp wash cloth. There are also many different over the counter facial wipes that can be used to cleanse the face and avoid getting the splint on your nose wet.
How long should I avoid working out after a rhinoplasty?
I usually tell my patients that they need to restrict heavy workouts for at least 3 weeks after surgery. My patients can go on short light walks a few days after surgery.
Will liposuction flatten my stomach?
Liposuction will remove fat that is under the skin. The way a person's abdomen looks like is dependent on a few different things. One is the amount of fat under the skin. This READ MORE
Liposuction will remove fat that is under the skin. The way a person's abdomen looks like is dependent on a few different things. One is the amount of fat under the skin. This is the "pinchable" fat. But there is also fat inside your abdominal cavity around your organs which can cause people to have a "rounded" look to their abdomen. Liposuction will no change that. Only exercise and healthy diet can do that. Another factor to the look of ones stomach is how strong ones abdominal muscles are. If they are not tone then they will allow your abdomen to look round and liposuction will no change that.
What happens if you remove your breast implants?
That is a tricky question. It depends on how large the implants are. If they are small then the only thing that changes is your bra size. If they are larger, some patients may READ MORE
That is a tricky question. It depends on how large the implants are. If they are small then the only thing that changes is your bra size. If they are larger, some patients may need to have a lift done at the time the implants are removed.
Does ear pinning surgery hurt?
Most of my patients state there is minimal discomfort from ear pinning surgery. They state that the dressing is probably more annoying than the pain itself. Hope this helps.
