Belcara Health
1427 Clarkview Rd, Suite 300
Baltimore, Maryland 21209
Phone: (410) 296-0414
Monday - Thursday: 8 a.m.–5 p.m.
Friday: 8 a.m.–1 p.m.
Q: “I work out all the time but still have belly flab. What can I do?" Answered by Dr. Gary Vela, Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon I hear this frustration frequently! Many people who eat well and exercise regularly still don’t get the results they want. This visible excess fat is called subcutaneous fat (the jiggly, pinchable …
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If you're a mom, you know that other moms don't always keep their opinions to themselves. You might find yourself defending your decisions about everything from breastfeeding to potty training to well-meaning friends, family, and even strangers. It's tough to stand by your convictions when almost everyone has "advice" on how you could be doing …
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Body contouring procedures such as Tummy Tucks, Liposuction, and CoolSculpting are designed to improve the shape of the body – they should not be thought of as weight loss or maintenance solutions. Before you have a body contouring procedure, you should be at or near your ideal weight. Building a healthy relationship with food and …
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Did you know that your eating habits before and after a tummy tuck can drastically affect your results? Creating a healthy lifestyle is key, and is at the tip of your fingertips! Preoperatively Before your surgery, optimizing your nutrition and continuing to focus on weight loss is going to greatly impact the success of your …
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A Tummy Tuck, or Abdominoplasty, is a cosmetic procedure designed to reverses the changes many women experience with aging and after pregnancy, such as loose sagging skin around the waist and a stretched abdominal wall. The goal of this procedure is to restore a youthful “hourglass” shape and a flatter stomach. Unfortunately, it is impossible …
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An abdominoplasty, also known as a tummy tuck, is a procedure that reduces and removes unwanted fat and skin in the abdominal area. It also tightens the abdominal muscles when necessary. Getting a tummy tuck is an exciting process, but what should you expect post-op? After the surgery and throughout the first few weeks of …
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Pregnancy is one of the most defining times in the lives of both expecting parents. Amidst the excitement of picking out names and clothes and nursery furniture, it is natural to experience a moderate amount of stress. You worry about eating right, staying healthy, maintaining a safe exercise routine, and whether or not you will …
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Thank you for a wonderful evening Dr. Michael Cohen and Dr. Gary Vela hosted guests interested in learning more about how they might "live life in the body of the their dreams." The room was packed as our talented and personable plastic surgeons reviewed the many options available for Breast & Body Enhancements. It was …
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There is nothing sexier than a smooth, flat stomach. For many people, diet and exercise are enough to achieve this goal. But for others who have been pregnant, experienced weight fluctuations, or are simply genetically predisposed to holding a disproportionate amount of fat on their abdomen, it just isn’t that simple. Fortunately, there are many …
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How long does it take to recover from a tummy tuck procedure? Contrary to common belief, tummy tuck recovery time is not nearly as long and painful as it once was. New surgical and treatment techniques allow patients to recover more quickly and with relatively minimal discomfort. How Long Does It Take to Heal from …
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