http://www.wendygottlieb.com Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Tue, 26 Aug 2008 14:54:12 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en Dr. Wendy Gottlieb offers a woman’s touch, a woman’s understanding, and a wealth of experience to cosmetic and reconstructive plastic surgery in Northern Virginia. Dr. Gottlieb is a board-certified plastic surgeon. Dr. Gottlieb is a native of McLean, Virginia. She graduated cum laude with a degree in philosophy from Yale University. ... http://www.wendygottlieb.com/wendy-gottlieb/wendy-r-gottlieb-md/ The Cutera CoolGlide laser is designed to treat superficial brown blemishes and is also effective in removing other brown marks like café au lait patches, Nevus of Ito, Nevus of Ota, freckles and flat pigmented moles. A few kinds of pigmentation (in particular melasma) do not improve in response to ... http://www.wendygottlieb.com/dr-wendy-gottlieb/laser-treatment-of-freckles-age-spots-and-pigmented-lesions/ Do laser treatments for spot removal hurt? Most patients describe the sensation to feel like the snap of a rubber band on the skin as the laser pulses are delivered through the hand piece. Some patients request a topical anesthesia for added comfort. Following treatment, the pain is minimal to nonexistent. How ... http://www.wendygottlieb.com/dr-wendy-gottlieb/laser-age-spot-removal/ Many of the smaller spots and skin lesions of the face are easily removed with lasers.  These include small blood vessels on the face, small brown spots or age spots, and freckles and freckle-like spots on the face and elsewhere.  The Cutera CoolGlide Laser is appropriate for many kinds of ... http://www.wendygottlieb.com/laser-vein-removal/43/ Mastopexy or breast lift surgery refers to a group of elective surgical operations designed to lessen the degree of breast ptosis (the "droop" of the breasts). Breast implants may be placed as part of the procedure, though some patients opt for mastopexy alone. The shape of a breast is determined by ... http://www.wendygottlieb.com/dr-wendy-gottlieb/all-about-mastopexy-breast-lift/ Breast reduction, or reduction mammoplasty, is a surgical procedure which involves the reduction in the size of breasts by excising fat, skin, and glandular tissue; it may also involve a procedure to counterract drooping of the breasts. As with breast augmentation, this procedure is performed most often on women, but ... http://www.wendygottlieb.com/dr-wendy-gottlieb/all-about-breast-reduction/ Breast reconstruction is the rebuilding of a breast, usually in women. It involves using autologous tissue or prosthetic material to construct a natural-looking breast. Often this includes the reformation of a natural-looking areola and nipple. This procedure involves the use of implants or relocated flaps of the patient's own tissue. Overview The ... http://www.wendygottlieb.com/dr-wendy-gottlieb/all-about-breast-reconstruction/ Plastic surgery is a specialty that uses surgical techniques to improve the appearance and function of patients' bodies. Some of these operations are called "cosmetic", and others are called "reconstructive". Nearly all of the operations that plastic surgeons themselves consider the highest achievements within their profession are in that second ... http://www.wendygottlieb.com/breast-augmentation/all-about-plastic-surgery/ Dr. Wendy Gottlieb participated in the 2006 Virginia Hospital Center Medical Brigade humanitarian-healthcare medical mission trip to Honduras, a trip she attends yearly. Dr. Gottlieb, plastic and reconstructive surgeon, and a team of 77 doctors, surgeons, nurses, and non-medical support personnel each donated a week of vacation to treat 6,885 ... http://www.wendygottlieb.com/breast-augmentation/37/ Wendy R Gottlieb, M.D., P.L.C., has always offered Mentor products and is approved to perform silicone implant breast augmentation surgery. Now, we are delighted to announce the approval of Mentor MemoryGel™ silicone breast implants. Mentor implants are made of a proprietary silicone gel formulation that is both safe and capable ... http://www.wendygottlieb.com/dr-wendy-gottlieb/we-are-proud-to-offer-mentor-memorygel-silicone-implants/ To schedule a consultation or an appointment at the Reston or Arlington office, please call 703-668-9499. http://www.wendygottlieb.com/news/contact-dr-gottlieb/ Wendy R. Gottlieb M.D., P.L.C. has a featured Plastic Surgery, Cosmetic Surgery, Facial Plastic Surgery, and Minimally Invasive Surgery (BOTOX®) profiles on LocateADoc.com. Wendy R. Gottlieb, MD Wendy Gottlieb, MD 1850 Town Center Parkway, Suite 301 Reston, Virginia 20190 Email the Doctor Get Phone Number Get Phone Number (Google Maps™ View ) ... http://www.wendygottlieb.com/botox/wendy-r-gottlieb-md-plc-featured-on-locateadoccom/ Liposuction, also known as lipoplasty ("fat modeling") or suction lipectomy ("suction-assisted fat removal") is a cosmetic surgery operation which removes fat from many different sites on the human body. Areas affected can range from the abdomen, thighs, buttocks, neck, arms and elsewhere. The fat is usually removed via a cannula ... http://www.wendygottlieb.com/plastic-surgery/liposuction-procedures/ Your neck and jowls often show age well before the rest of the face. Many patients only need or want a neck lift, known as platysmapasty. When getting platysmapasty along with a face lift, the results are very rejuvenating indeed. Many people consider a neck lift after considerable and rapid ... http://www.wendygottlieb.com/plastic-surgery/platysmapasty-neck-lift-procedure/ Cosmetic surgery is performed to reshape normal structures of the body in order to improve the patient's appearance and self-esteem. Cosmetic surgery is usually not covered by health insurance because it is elective. Reconstructive surgery is performed on abnormal structures of the body, caused by congenital defects, developmental abnormalities, trauma, infection, ... http://www.wendygottlieb.com/dr-wendy-gottlieb/plastic-surgery-encompasses-both-cosmetic-surgery-and-reconstructive-surgery/ Tissue expansion is a technique used by plastic and restorative surgeons to cause the body to grow additional skin, bone or other tissues. Dr. Wendy Gottlieb routinely uses tissue expansion techniques for breast reconstruction and breast augmentation procedures. Skin expansion Keeping living tissues under tension causes new cells to form and the ... http://www.wendygottlieb.com/breast-reduction/tissue-expansion-information/ Abdominoplasty or "tummy tuck" is a cosmetic surgery procedure to reshape and firm the abdomen. It involves the removal of excess skin and fat from the middle and lower abdomen in order to tighten the muscle of the abdominal wall. This type of surgery is usually sought by women (who ... http://www.wendygottlieb.com/plastic-surgery/abdominoplasty-tummy-tuck-information/ Breast reduction, or reduction mammaplasty, is a surgical procedure which involves the reduction in the size of breasts by excising fat, skin, and glandular tissue; it may also involve a procedure to counterract drooping of the breasts. As with breast augmentation, this procedure is performed most often on women, but ... http://www.wendygottlieb.com/breast-reduction/breast-reduction-information/ A chemical peel is a body treatment technique used to improve and smooth the texture of the facial skin using a chemical solution that causes the skin to blister and eventually peel off. The regenerated skin is usually smoother and less wrinkled than the old skin. Thus the term chemical ... http://www.wendygottlieb.com/obagi-skin-health-restoration-system/chemical-peel-procedure-from-obagi-blue-peel-system/ A facelift, technically known as a rhytidectomy (literally, surgical removal of wrinkles), is a procedure used in plastic surgery to give a more youthful appearance. It usually involves the removal of excess facial skin, with or without the tightening of underlying tissues, and the redraping the skin on the patient's ... http://www.wendygottlieb.com/plastic-surgery/rhytidectomy-facelift-cosmetic-surgery/ Blepharoplasty is a cosmetic plastic surgical procedure intended to reshape the upper eyelid or lower eyelid by the removal and/or repositioning of excess tissue as well as by reinforcement of surrounding muscles and tendons. The procedure is used to improve the appearance of sagging upper eyelids and puffy lower "bags". ... http://www.wendygottlieb.com/eyelid-surgery/blepharoplasty-cosmetic-plastic-surgical-procedure/ Breast reconstruction is the rebuilding of a breast, usually in women. It involves using autologous tissue or prosthetic material to construct a natural-looking breast. Often this includes the reformation of a natural-looking areola and nipple. This procedure involves the use of implants or relocated flaps of the patient's own tissue. ... http://www.wendygottlieb.com/breast-reconstruction/breast-reconstruction-information/ Dr. Wendy Gottlieb has a special interest in cosmetic breast augmentation surgery. In addition to an individualized approach to breast augmentation, Dr. Gottlieb performs reconstruction after mastectomy, breast reduction, and the latest breast “lifting” techniques. Dr. Wendy Gottlieb is an exceptionally talented cosmetic surgeon who practices in Northern Virginia with ... http://www.wendygottlieb.com/dr-wendy-gottlieb/cosmetic-surgery-in-reston-and-arlington-in-northern-virginia/ Your questions about breast augmentation and other cosmetic procedures are best answered by Dr. Wendy Gottlieb. To schedule a consultation or an appointment at the Reston or Arlington office, please call 703-668-9499. What Gives the Breast Its Shape? The breast consists of milk ducts and glands, ... http://www.wendygottlieb.com/dr-wendy-gottlieb/breast-augmentation-frequently-asked-questions/ Dr. Wendy Gottlieb has a special interest in breast surgery. In addition to an individualized approach to breast augmentation, Dr. Gottlieb performs reconstruction after mastectomy, breast reduction, and the latest breast “lifting” techniques. Dr. Wendy Gottlieb offers a woman’s touch, a woman’s understanding, and a wealth of experience to cosmetic and ... http://www.wendygottlieb.com/dr-wendy-gottlieb/breast-augmentation-breast-reduction-breast-lifting-and-breast-reconstruction-surgery/ Dr. Wendy Gottlieb is offering a Summer special on Face and Leg Laser Vein Removal until Memorial Day with up to 20% off! With up to 20% off a full treatment, you can get rid of those unsightly face veins, leg veins, and spider veins, that mocked you when you ... http://www.wendygottlieb.com/dr-wendy-gottlieb/20-discount-off-laser-vein-removal/ Dr. Wendy Gottlieb is offering a Summer special on Laser Hair Removal until Memorial Day with up to 20% off! With up to 20% off a full treatment, you can enjoy the smooth and sexy body you get right after a good shave or wax -- every day, day after ... http://www.wendygottlieb.com/laser-hair-removal/20-discount-off-laser-hair-removal-until-memorial-day/ It is important to us that you understand our laser hair removal procedures. We would like to share with you some of the common questions and answers our clients have had about laser hair removal and laser hair removal procedures. Q: Is laser hair removal it permanent? Laser hair removal treatment results ... http://www.wendygottlieb.com/laser-hair-removal/laser-hair-removal-and-laser-vein-removal-questions-and-answers/ Dr. Wendy Gottlieb is offering a Summer special on Laser Hair Removal and Face and Leg Laser Vein Removal until Memorial Day with up to 20% off! With up to 20% off a full treatment, you can enjoy the smooth and sexy body you get right after a good shave ... http://www.wendygottlieb.com/laser-hair-removal/20-discount-off-laser-hair-removal-and-laser-vein-removal/ Our CoolGlide system allows us to treat a wide range of aesthetic vascular conditions, including spider veins and reticular leg veins. Our ClearView handpiece with the variable spot size selector make treatments fast and easy. Approximately 50% to 60% of men and women worldwide have unsightly leg veins. While sclerotherapy is ... http://www.wendygottlieb.com/laser-vein-removal/fective-non-invasive-removal-of-leg-veins-with-our-laser-vein-removal-laser-system/ Our CoolGlide laser vein removal system allows us to treat a wide range of aesthetic vascular conditions, including facial telangiectasias as well as spider veins. Our ClearView handpiece with the variable spot size selector make treatments fast and easy. Facial telangiectasia and unsightly blood vessels on the face can affect both ... http://www.wendygottlieb.com/laser-vein-removal/effective-treatment-of-facial-veins-using-our-laser-vein-removal-system/ By patient request, we are now offering laser hair removal. If you would like to make unwanted body or facial hair a thing of the past, I have something I think you’re going to like! If you have ever thought about receiving laser hair removal treatment, now is the time. ... http://www.wendygottlieb.com/laser-hair-removal/we-offer-laser-hair-removal/ Wendy Gottlieb is a board-certified plastic surgeon. Her certification was granted by the American Board of Plastic Surgery. Q: How does a doctor become Board Certified? By choosing a plastic surgeon who is certified by The American Board of Plastic Surgery, Inc., you can be assured that the doctor has graduated ... http://www.wendygottlieb.com/dr-wendy-gottlieb/american-board-of-plastic-surgery-certified/ Dr. Wendy Gottlieb is proud to offer Jan Marini skin care products to her patients. If you are interested in trying any one of Jan Marini's skin care products, please call 703-668-9499 for a consultation or appointment at our Reston or Arlington office. We will be happy to work ... http://www.wendygottlieb.com/facial-rejuvenation/we-carry-jan-marini-skin-care-products/ Dr. Wendy Gottlieb is proud to offer BOTOX® cosmetic treatments to her clients as a safe, simple, and effective way to treat severe frown lines and and other signs of aging. If you are interested in trying her BOTOX® cosmetic treatments, please call 703-668-9499 for a consultation or appointment at ... http://www.wendygottlieb.com/facial-rejuvenation/we-offer-botox%c2%ae-treatments/ Dr. Wendy Gottlieb is proud to feature Mentor products to her clients who are considering breast augmentation, breast reconstruction, reconstructive surgery, and liposuction & body contouring. If you are considering breast augmentation, breast reconstruction, reconstructive surgery, or liposuction & body contouring, please call 703-668-9499 for a consultation or appointment at ... http://www.wendygottlieb.com/dr-wendy-gottlieb/we-choose-mentor/ Dr. Wendy Gottlieb is proud to offer We Carry the Obagi Skin Health Restoration System. If you are interested in trying Obagi Skin Health Restoration System, please call 703-668-9499 for a consultation or appointment at our Reston or Arlington office. We will be happy to work with you to find ... http://www.wendygottlieb.com/obagi-skin-health-restoration-system/we-carry-the-obagi-skin-health-restoration-system/ Before your first visit, please fill out the attached Registration and Health History Forms (and the Breast Reduction Questionnaire if applicable). They are provided for you in Microsoft Word, Adobe PDF, and Rich Text Format, for your convenience. Registration Form Microsoft Excel (XLS) Adobe Acrobat (PDF) Health History Form Microsoft Word (DOC) Adobe Acrobat (PDF) Breast Reduction ... http://www.wendygottlieb.com/uncategorized/forms-required-for-patients/ Dr. Wendy Gottlieb has offices in Reston and Arlington for your convenience. You can choose either location for your initial consultation, skin care evaluation and treatment, and many aesthetic procedures. You will have the security of a board-certified plastic surgeon and anesthesiologist to monitor your care from pre-operative processes through surgery ... http://www.wendygottlieb.com/uncategorized/office-locations/ Welcome to the new official website of Wendy R. Gottlieb M.D., P.L.C., located in Northern Virginia. Dr. Wendy Gottlieb is a board-certified plastic surgeon. Dr. Gottlieb is a native of McLean, Virginia. Dr. Wendy Gottlieb offers a woman’s touch, a woman’s understanding, and a wealth of experience to cosmetic and ... http://www.wendygottlieb.com/news/new-web-site-launched-for-wendy-r-gottlieb-md-plc/ Dr. Wendy Gottlieb offers a woman’s touch, a woman’s understanding, and a wealth of experience to cosmetic and reconstructive plastic surgery in Northern Virginia. Dr. Gottlieb is a board-certified plastic surgeon. Dr. Gottlieb is a native of McLean, Virginia. She graduated cum laude with a degree in philosophy from Yale University. ... http://www.wendygottlieb.com/uncategorized/home/ Plastic and reconstructive surgeon, Dr. Wendy Gottlieb, participated in the 6th annual missions to Honduras with the members of the Virginia Hospital Center Medical Brigade from November the 5th to the 12th of 2005. Medical Brigade Returns from 6th Successful Mission to Honduras, 11/5-12/2005Virginia Hospital Center's 64-member medical Brigade ... http://www.wendygottlieb.com/breast-augmentation/sixth-successful-medical-brigade-mission-to-honduras/