Plastic surgery Body enhancement videos

Learn about Body Lift, Tummy Tuck, and Liposuction surgical techniques with videos published by Ricardo L. Rodriguez MD, Baltimore Plastic Surgeon. Dr. Rodriguez has over 25 years of experience in Plastic Surgery and is committed to patient excellence.

  • Lipo360 – Smooth Results without Drains or Massages

    Dr. Rodriguez standing in his Baltimore plastic surgery center OR holding a liposuction cannula

    At CosmeticSurg in Baltimore, I use advanced techniques like thin cannulas to give you the best possible results with Lipo360. My approach ensures smoother contours, less recovery time, and no need for massages or drains. Most of my patients are back to their routine in just one week.

  • What Happens if a Hernia is Found During a Tummy Tuck?

    Detailed illustration of common hernia types encountered and treated during tummy tuck surgery

    One of the reasons it’s so important that your plastic surgeon be trained in General Surgery is so that they can handle repairing the different kinds of hernias that might be discovered during the course of performing a tummy tuck surgery. Watch as Dr. Rodriguez explains the different types of hernias that may be encountered and what happens if a hernia is found during abdominoplasty surgery.

  • Regular vs. Extended Tummy Tuck Scars: What to Expect

    Dr. Rodriguez standing in front of a white board where he's written, Tummy Tuck with regular, extended, and with lateral thigh lift listed below that

    Let’s explore the differences between regular and extended tummy tuck scars. If you’re considering a tummy tuck, understanding what to expect in terms of incision placement and the resulting scar is crucial. Watch as Dr. Rodriguez explains scar placement and the techniques he uses to minimize scars and achieve the best possible results.

  • Do I need a regular or extended tummy tuck?

    Dr. Rodriguez standing in front of his whiteboard to start his discussion about regular tummy tuck scars versus extended tummy tuck scars

    In this video Dr. Rodriguez delves into the key differences between regular and extended tummy tuck scar, illustrating his points with real patient before and after photos to help guide you in choosing the right procedure for your desired goals.

  • Why Thin Cannulas Matter in Liposuction

    Dr. Rodriguez speaking about thin cannulas and why they offer superior results to thicker cannulas.

    Dr. Rodriguez explains how using thin cannulas during liposuction enhances precision, minimizes tissue trauma, and contributes to smoother, more natural looking results. Watch to learn why thin cannulas are a game-changer in body sculpting and recovery.

  • Lockwood Technique Tummy Tuck

    Dr. Rodriguez standing in front of a dry erase board illustrating the Lockwood technique for tummy tucks

    The Lockwood technique minimizes tissue trauma and preserves crucial blood supply. Dr. Rodriguez explains and illustrates why this tummy tuck method not only accelerates healing, but also reduces the risk of complications like wound separation and seromas as well as optimized liposuction outcomes.

  • Tummy Tuck Testimonial

    A patient standing in front of a camera to give a testimonial.

    After losing 110 pounds, Sue sought me out to help her achieve her goal of looking as good as she felt after the significant weight loss. She decided to have a Tummy tuck to remove excess hanging skin and fat.

  • Tumescent liposuction or Laser lipo?

    Dr. Ricardo L. Rodriguez sitting behind his desk.

    There seems to be a lot of confusion about the different technologies plastic surgeons today are using for liposuction. Are the new technologies like Laser lipo and Ultrasonic lipo as good as all the hype? In this video I discuss the differences and explain why I prefer Tumescent liposuction with thin cannulas for achieving the best possible results.

  • Liposuction: Why thin cannulas are best

    Dr. Ricardo L. Rodriguez sitting behind his desk.

    Liposuction is a procedure which extracts fat from targeted areas of the body resulting in surprisingly dramatic body contour changes. It is the most commonly performed plastic surgery procedure and there are several Liposuction techniques based on the amount of anesthetic injected to the tissues, the method used to suction the fat, and the size of the cannula used (A cannula is the long, slender rod which is used to extract the fat).

  • Exercise or Tummy tuck?

    Dr. Ricardo L. Rodriguez sitting behind his desk.

    Some patients come in almost deciding between a personal trainer and a plastic surgeon in an effort to get the flat tummy they’re after. Some have already been working with a personal trainer for years, but haven’t been able to get the results they’re really looking for. Some people will not be able to reduce the size of their abdomen to their satisfaction despite very rigorous exercise routines. These people have a separated rectus abdominis muscle and it can only be closed with surgery.

  • Can the Brazilian butt lift be combined with a Tummy tuck?

    Dr. Ricardo L. Rodriguez sitting down in front of a world map.

    I often hear the question, “Can I have another procedure at the same time as the Brazilian butt lift?”

    The answer is yes… and no, depending on the combination of procedures. The Brazilian butt lift already consists out of multiple procedures and while final results are dependent on your surgeon’s experience, skill, and technique, they’re also dependent on the patient following strict post-op guidelines.

  • BMI guidelines for cosmetic surgery

    Dr. Ricardo L. Rodriguez sitting down in front of a world map.

    BMI, or body mass index, is a surgical risk factor considered for candidates seeking a tummy tuck, a brazilian butt lift, and several other plastic surgery procedures.

    In this video, I talk about BMI and what is required to be cleared for plastic surgery.