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Exciting News from Grotting & Cohn Plastic Surgery!

Posted March 3, 2021 in News

Grotting & Cohn Plastic Surgery is thrilled to announce our offices will be moving to 3127 Blue Lake Drive, Vestavia Hills, AL 35243 this fall. The groundbreaking ceremony took place Wednesday, February 24, 2021. This project was designed by Williams Blackstock Architects. Construction will be completed by Rives Construction. Inspired by the architecture style of […]

Why Do You Get Surgical Scars and How Can You Minimize Them?

Posted February 25, 2021 in Breast Augmentation Procedure, Plastic Surgery Scarring, Tummy Tuck (Abdominoplasty)

3 Minute Read: Whenever your skin is injured, whether through surgery or accident, your body quickly attempts to repair the wound, causing a scar to form. Surgery causes trauma to multiple layers of the skin and the underlying tissue and fat, which is why scarring is so common after invasive procedures like breast augmentation, tummy […]

Is Non-surgical Fat Removal Worth the Hype?

Posted January 5, 2021 in CoolSculpting®, Non-Surgical Treatments

4 Minute Read: With 2021 finally upon us, it is once again the time for New Year’s resolutions. Every year, countless people resolve to start the year with a healthier outlook and a healthier body. This is the time of year known for crash diets, new exercise programs, and, yes, even cosmetic surgery to nudge […]

Dealing With the Negatives of Your Weight Loss

Posted December 15, 2020 in Plastic Surgery After Weight Loss

5 Minute Read: There is nothing more rewarding than losing the excess pounds that have been weighing you down for years. Sadly, this weight loss is often accompanied by the appearance of loose, lax skin that hangs from a firmer underlying body contour. For many people, the thought of dealing with excess skin after weight […]

Are Implants Better Than Flaps for Breast Reconstruction?

Posted November 23, 2020 in Breast Cancer, Breast Reconstruction Procedure

5 Minute Read: A woman who is faced with losing her breasts due to breast cancer is likely forced to endure both psychological and physical consequences. Breast reconstruction surgery works to address both aspects by rebuilding both the look and feel of the breasts. Multiple treatment options exist for women who are considering undergoing breast […]