- Medical Weight LossArm lift surgery can be performed on a variety of patients from those who need just a little tightening to those who have experienced massive weight loss. They often have excess skin and fat in their upper arms and complain that their arms look like wings.
- Pregnancy
- Labor and DeliveryExcessive stretching of the vaginal muscles is a common occurrence after vaginal birth or due to aging. Damage can diminish sensation during sexual activity, reduce satisfaction and change the relationship between partners. Laxity of the skin is caused by numerous factors, and no area is immune to this natural decline.
- ThyroidHair loss affects approximately one-third of all men with varying degrees of male pattern baldness. Women also suffer from hair loss but it is more of a diffuse thinning. There are a variety of other causes of hair loss including: trauma, hormones, illness, inadequate diet, unusual immune related skin conditions and thyroid disease. Not surprisingly, a number of remedies have been used for centuries in efforts to restore and maintain hair.
- UltrasoundLipoSelection by VASER combines new technology with advanced surgical techniques. The VASER System uses ultrasound energy to break up and emulsify fat, leaving surrounding tissue relatively intact.
- Ear SurgeryEar surgery can help conditions including protruding ears, “lop ear,” where the tip seems to fold down and forward, “cupped ear,” which is usually a very small ear; and “shell ear,” when the curve in the outer rim, as well as the natural folds and creases, are missing. Surgery can also improve large or stretched earlobes, or lobes with large creases and wrinkles.
- BotoxBotox is a prescription drug made from a toxin and was initially used clinically for the treatment of neurological disorders such as migraines and muscle spasms. The Food and Drug Administration has now approved its use for cosmetic purposes.
- Brow LiftIf you’d like to learn more about brow lift surgery, please watch our educational video below. Just select the procedure from the dropdown video menu below. You can also learn more about brow lift surgeryÂ
- Eyelid SurgeryEyelid surgery may be done in combination with forehead surgery and/or laser skin resurfacing which can enhance the benefits of surgery by improving skin texture.
- Liposuction“The decision to have liposuction was made so much easier by Dr. Carney and his staff. The procedure resulted in a brand new me – from how I look in my clothes to a whole new attitude on life. Big difference!”*
- Breast AugmentationThere are actually a variety of techniques for breast lifting. But a lift is not augmentation. Keep in mind that this procedure lifts breasts to a higher position but will not increase fullness. To increase fullness, a combination of a lift and breast augmentation with implants should be considered.
- Breast ReductionBreasts that are too large can affect your self image and can lead to physical pain interfering with an active lifestyle. Breast reduction surgery, or reduction mammoplasty removes excess fat, glandular tissue and skin to create a more proportionate breast size. Dr. Carney utilizes the vertical technique with a minimum incision, reducing or removing the need for an incision under the breast.
- Breast LiftAs women grow older, the effects of pregnancy, nursing and sheer gravity take their toll. A breast lift, or mastopexy, can raise and reshape a sagging breast providing a higher, more youthful appearance.
- RhinoplastyUsually, rhinoplasty procedures are done under local anesthesia with intravenous sedation. Some patients with more extensive airway problems may require general anesthesia. Rhinoplasty surgery takes approximately 90 minutes. More complicated reconstructive procedures may take longer.
- Breast Reconstruction
- Plastic SurgeryIf you’d like to learn more about this surgery, please watch our educational video below. Just select the procedure from the dropdown video menu below. You can also learn more from the American Society of Plastic Surgeons. The American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery is also a good source of information about arm lift surgery. Dr. Carney is a member of both medical societies.
- Thigh LiftIf you’d like to learn more about thighplasty, please watch our educational video below. Just select the procedure from the drop-down video menu below. You can also learn more about thigh lift surgery
- Face Lift“I didn’t look the same anymore... but the idea of a facelift was daunting. Dr. Carney set me at ease with his confidence and comforting explanations of everything. This was absolutely the right thing to do!”*
- Neck Lift
- BlepharoplastyEyelid surgery or blepharoplasty is an option for addressing eyes that make you look older, sadder or more fatigued than you really are.
- Abdominoplasty€œFrom diets to exercise, nothing worked to give me that flatter tummy that I longed for...until Dr. Carney recommended abdominoplasty. It feels wonderful to be able to comfortably put on my favorite pair of jeans again!†*
- Body Lift
- OtoplastyFor the most part, otoplasty is performed on teens, adults and sometimes children. It can be performed at any age after the ears have reached full size, usually around five to six years of age. Conventional wisdom says the earlier the better.
- Lip Augmentation
- Body ContouringPatients today are demanding faster, less invasive procedures with little, if any, downtime that can tighten loose sagging skin. Now, our practice is pleased to offer the newest advancement in skin and tissue tightening for body contouring.
- Laser ResurfacingPixel Perfect™ • Dramatic skin revitalization – Pixel Perfect is an ideal treatment for those patients interested in more aggressive results than non-ablative skin resurfacing treatments can offer. By combining its proprietary and proven Pixel fractionated technology with traditional C02 laser resurfacing, the Pixel C02 creates a supremely effective treatment for aged, photo-damaged and acne-scarred skin with minimal redness or patient downtime.
- Gynecomastia
- Cosmetic SurgeryExperience counts. For more than 30 years, Dr. Martin J. Carney has been providing high quality cosmetic surgery in Hampton Roads…
- Facial ImplantsFacial implants can enhance your appearance and boost self confidence. Whether you are looking to reshape your nose, raise your cheekbones, or reshape your jawline, implants may be just what you need – and they can be used in combination with other procedures and skin rejuvenation techniques to help restore a more youthful look. If you are seeking to enhance your current features and have realistic expectations, contact The Carney Center for a consultation.
- Chin Augmentation
- Forehead LiftAlthough there is no age limit to the procedure, men and women who are 40-60 years old are the most common candidates for a forehead lift. Consider this procedure if you have sagging or low eyebrows, deep horizontal forehead creases or furrows between your eyebrows or across your nose.
- Acne Treatment
- Chemical Peels
- Skin Care“Age spots. Wrinkles. My skin just didn’t look or feel good. So I began a skin care regimen recommended by The Carney Center. Within two weeks I saw remarkable progress. My skin looks younger, feels great, and even my age spots are lightening!”*
- Microdermabrasion