Ciao Bella Cosmetic Surgery

02/03/2026

Mommy Makeover recovery happens in stages — not overnight.

Understanding what healing looks like week by week helps patients plan realistically, manage expectations, and feel more confident throughout the process.

In this recovery guide, we outline:
• What the first week is typically like
• How energy, swelling, and mobility change over time
• When daily activities and exercise are usually reintroduced
• How results continue to develop in the weeks and months ahead

Because a Mommy Makeover may include multiple procedures, recovery requires patience, consistency, and proper guidance.

🔗 Read the full Mommy Makeover recovery timeline here:
https://ciaobellacosmeticsurgery.com/general/mommy-makeover-recovery-timeline/

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ℹ️ Recovery timelines vary. Individual evaluation and surgeon guidance are essential.

02/02/2026

The journey doesn't start with the procedure. It starts with feeling understood.

In this testimonial, our patient shares her experience—from first-time nerves to a smooth recovery and the confidence she was looking for.

Every experience is unique.

That's why at Ciao Bella, we believe education, trust, and follow-up care are just as important as the procedure itself.

📌 Results vary. Each patient requires an individual evaluation.

01/29/2026

"Love everything about this place. The entire staff is friendly, caring and competent. They are very well organized ! Dr. Zavala is a perfectionist but also has an amazing bedside manner. I truly believe he genuinely cares about his patients. He is extremely qualified and dedicated! I was skeptical about having surgery...if I would have known then what I know now, I would have not hesitated at all...you will be in.." says D. on Google

★★★★★ Love everything about this place. The entire staff is friendly, caring and competent. They are very well organized ! Dr. Zavala is a perfectionist but also has an amazing bedside manner. I truly believe he genuinely cares about his patients. He is extremely qualified and dedicated! I...

01/26/2026

Mini vs. Regular Tummy Tuck — what’s the real difference?

A mini tummy tuck is designed for concerns mostly below the belly button and often uses a shorter, low incision.

A regular (full) tummy tuck typically treats the entire abdomen (upper + lower) for a more comprehensive contour—often including the belly button area as part of the correction.

✅ Best next step: a consult, because the right option depends on your anatomy, goals, and safety factors.

Planned and performed by our licensed cosmetic surgeons at Ciao Bella:
Dr. Edgardo Zavala | Dr. Andres Zavala | Dr. Michael Desvigne | Dr. Roberto Gonzalez

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01/21/2026

Tummy tuck and liposuction address different concerns — and in some cases, they may be combined.

A tummy tuck focuses on:
• Removing excess skin
• Tightening the abdominal muscles

Liposuction focuses on:
• Reducing localized fat
• Improving contour and proportion

When combined thoughtfully, these procedures may help improve overall body contour while addressing both structure and shape — depending on individual anatomy, health, and surgical goals.

In this article, our surgeons explain:
• When combining procedures may be considered
• Potential benefits of a combined approach
• Why patient evaluation and safety come first

🔗 Read the full educational article here:
https://ciaobellacosmeticsurgery.com/tummy-tuck-surgery/tummy-tuck-and-liposuction-benefits-of-combining-procedures/

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01/20/2026

In this short video, Dr. Edgardo Zavala, MD explains how liposuction and tummy tuck procedures can be performed for patients with larger body frames — when done thoughtfully and appropriately.

Key points Dr. Zavala addresses:
• Why patient size is only one factor in surgical planning
• How combining procedures may be considered in select cases
• The importance of individualized evaluation and safety-first decision making

There is no one-size-fits-all approach to body contouring.
Education and proper assessment are essential.

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01/12/2026

Am I ready for a cosmetic surgery? Is It a good time?

You might have so many questions, but the answer to those only our experts have.

Listen to what our chief - Dr. Edgardo Zavala has to say about the correct timing of your surgery.

Book your cosmetic surgery consultation with us and renew the confidence you always wanted.

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01/11/2026

What is High Definition Liposculpting — and who is it right for?

High Definition Liposculpting is an advanced approach to body contouring that focuses on enhancing natural anatomy, not just removing fat.

In this article, our surgeons explain:
• How High Definition Liposculpting works
• Key safety considerations
• Who may (and may not) be a good candidate
• What results are realistic to expect

At Ciao Bella, procedures are planned and performed by our experienced cosmetic surgeons:

Dr. Edgardo Zavala

Dr. Andres Zavala

Dr. Michael Desvigne

Dr. Roberto Gonzalez

Education is the first step in making informed, confident decisions.

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https://ciaobellacosmeticsurgery.com/general/what-is-high-definition-liposculpting/

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01/09/2026

Excessive body mass doesn’t mean “no options.”
It means the plan has to be right.

This transformation involved a custom surgical approach, including:
✔️ Liposuction
✔️ Abdominoplasty
✔️ Arm lift

For patients with a higher BMI, results aren’t about chasing extremes —
they’re about safety, proportion, and realistic improvement.

Not every body needs the same solution.
And not every patient should be told “come back later.”

The right question isn’t “Am I a candidate?”
It’s “What’s the safest, smartest plan for my body?”

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01/08/2026

This is why “lipo or tummy tuck?” isn’t the right question.

Many patients need both — for different reasons.

This result combined:
✔️ Liposuction for contour
✔️ Tummy tuck for skin removal + tightening

Lipo shapes.
A tummy tuck rebuilds.

When they’re done together, the result isn’t just flatter —
it’s structurally sound and balanced.

Understanding the difference is how you avoid choosing the wrong solution.

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Many patients need both for different reasons. your options.

01/08/2026

"Dr. Gonzalez and the entire staff here are amazing! Friendly front desk, caring, and compassionate nurses, even the ladies in scheduling and financing were very pleasant to work with! Dr. Gonzalez is highly skilled and I couldn’t have asked for better results!" says Michele on Google

★★★★★ Dr. Gonzalez and the entire staff here are amazing! Friendly front desk, caring, and compassionate nurses, even the ladies in scheduling and financing were very pleasant to work with! Dr. Gonzalez is highly skilled and I couldn’t have asked for better results!

01/07/2026

Size is just one piece of the decision.

This result is a 415cc breast augmentation — chosen based on:
✔️ Body proportions
✔️ Chest width
✔️ Natural tissue
✔️ Desired shape and movement

Implant volume isn’t about chasing a number.
It’s about creating balance that fits your frame, not someone else’s.

That’s why two patients can both choose 415cc
…and look completely different.

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