Indianapolis Plastic Surgeon Discusses Board Certification and Buttock Augmentation

Indianapolis, IN — Media attention from a number of celebrities combined with recent statistics from the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) have placed buttock augmentation at the center of the cosmetic surgery spotlight. However, given the growing number of recent reports concerning inexperienced and unlicensed practitioners performing underground butt augmentation procedures, board-certified Indianapolis plastic surgeon Dr. Wally Zollman stresses the importance of patients conducting extensive research on their surgeon’s qualifications before undergoing a cosmetic enhancement. Dr. Zollman discusses things to look for in a plastic surgery practice and red flags patients should take heed of in their search.

According to the latest report from the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS), buttock lifts have risen by 5% in the past year, and 143% since 2000. With over 25 years experience in plastic surgery in Indianapolis, Dr. Zollman has been performing butt augmentations for the past 12 years and says he has seen an increase in popularity of the procedure in recent months as more patients are seeking a more celebrity-like appearance. However, as popularity of the procedure begins to grow, Dr. Zollman says so do plastic surgeon impersonators and unlicensed practitioners, necessitating heightened caution from potential cosmetic surgery patients. He says patients looking for a butt augmentation or lift should verify certain aspects of their surgeon’s credentials before undergoing any procedure.

Because of recent news attention on underground cosmetic procedures that involve the injection of industrial caulk or hardware grade silicone into the buttocks, Dr. Zollman says many patients have some serious misconceptions about butt lift procedures and how they are performed. He says the only safe way to perform a butt lift is through the fat transfer method, also known as a Brazilian butt lift, in which a surgeon reshapes the buttocks using excess fat from donor sites elsewhere on the patient’s body. Another type of butt augmentation involves the placement of gluteal implants. Dr. Zollman says patients should be sure to conduct extensive research on the type of procedures available and also to consult with an experienced, board-certified surgeon before making any decisions.

Dr. Zollman says he hopes to reiterate the fact that a plastic surgeon with board-certification has undergone the proper training in cosmetic procedures, and therefore has experience in the latest and safest techniques in aesthetic enhancements from butt augmentation to breast surgery. He also adds that patients who take the time to select the proper plastic surgery practice with a passion for their work will undoubtedly reap the benefits of high quality results, comfort, and patient satisfaction. “As with any cosmetic procedure, “Experience is the Difference.” Seek a board certified surgeon who has done many of the procedures, understands the limits extent of what can be accomplished.”

About Wally Zollman, MD, FACS

Dr. Wally Zollman received his Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) degree from the Indiana University School of Medicine and completed his residency in plastic surgery at the University of Mississippi School of Medicine. Having been in private practice in Indianapolis for 25 years, he was the first breast surgeon in Indiana to perform subpectoral breast augmentation with saline implants. Dr. Zollman has been featured in several medical publications and helped co-write two plastic surgery educational films. He is board-certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery, a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons, and a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, the Indiana State Medical Association, the Ohio Valley Society for Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, and several other professional organizations.

Located at 8227 Northwest Blvd. Suite #290 in Indianapolis, IN, Dr. Zollman’s practice can be reached at 1(866) 277-3613. He can also be contacted online via the website zollmansurgery.com or facebook.com/pages/Zollman-Plastic-Surgery-Wally-Zollman-MD/10150157075160331.

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Plastic Surgeon in Indianapolis Discusses Buttock Augmentation Procedure

According to the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS), more than 9.3 million procedures were performed in 2010. In the same study, breast augmentation was the most popular form of surgical enhancement, while buttock augmentation and the butt lift were the least common, accounting for less than 1% of the total number of procedures performed. However, Indianapolis plastic surgeon Dr. Wally Zollman says the unique procedure is gaining some new exposure due in part to the growing popularity of minimally-invasive fat-grafting techniques and celebrities such as Kim Kardashian and Jennifer Lopez.

The most recent statistics from the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS) highlight breast augmentation as the most popular form of surgical cosmetic enhancement in the U. S. While the popularity of breast augmentation continues to grow, board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Wally Zollman says his patients know very little about a procedure that provides a more prominent enhancement and curvaceous shape: Brazilian butt lift or buttock augmentation. Despite the relatively small number of procedures performed nationwide, the butt lift has gained more widespread attention as celebrities such as Jennifer Lopez and Kim Kardashian set a new standard for feminine beauty.

In general, Dr. Zollman says aesthetic enhancement, such as a buttock augmentation in Indianapolis, achieved through fat transfer or fat-grafting has experienced a gain in popularity in the past few years. Whereas implants can deflate over a period time and require secondary procedures, Dr. Zollman says cosmetic results in which experienced surgeons use a patient’s own fat should retain the size and shape much longer without the possibility of deflation. He adds that while the procedure is called a buttock augmentation, through the process of collecting a patient’s fat he is able to create a flatter abdomen and torso to further accentuate the curves of the patient’s buttocks.

During a fat-transfer butt lift, Dr. Zollman says the fat most commonly comes from a patient’s abdomen and flanks, and is re-injected into their buttocks. The procedure is typically performed on an outpatient basis, with the fat becoming reintegrated into their own tissue in a matter of hours or days. While the buttock augmentation of the past often left large scars, the incisions of the current day procedure are 1-3 milimeters in length, and fade quickly.

However, Dr. Zollman says the main reason the fat transfer method is especially popular with the buttock augmentation is because of the natural-feeling results. He adds that despite this recent growth in popularity among both genders, he has been performing this type of procedure at his Indianapolis practice for more than 12 years. “Women of all ages love having a more shapely body, and men feel the butt augmentation gives them a more masculine butt.”

About Wally Zollman, MD

Dr. Wally Zollman earned his medical degree from the Indiana University School of Medicine. He then completed his plastic surgery residency at the University of Mississippi School of Medicine. Dr. Zollman is certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery, and remains dedicated to providing his patients with the safest and most effective procedures available. He is a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, the Indianapolis Medical Society, and the Indiana State Medical Association.

Zollman Plastic Surgery is located at 8227 Northwest Blvd. Ste 290 in Indianapolis, IN 46278, and can be reached at (866) 277-3613, or found online at zollmansurgery.com or facebook.com/pages/Zollman-Plastic-Surgery-Wally-Zollman-MD/10150157075160331.

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As a board-certified plastic surgeon in Indianapolis, Wally Zollman, MD has performed over 28,000 cosmetic enhancement procedures, including thousands of breast augmentations. He says social media has become an influential part of the online community centering on his practice because sites such as Facebook provide a venue for both current and potential patients to interact. Whether they are discussing a surgical procedure they have already undergone such as liposuction, or one they are considering such as laser resurfacing or a tummy tuck, Dr. Zollman says he fully embraces the use of social media in his practice.

At Zollman Plastic Surgery, Dr. Zollman says patient care and satisfaction play an integral role in the success of his practice. While he says 700 billion minutes a month on Facebook seems like a staggering amount of time, when he considers the valuable interaction that takes place between his patients, the benefits are hard to ignore. Whether his patients are posing questions concerning an upcoming procedure such as liposuction or BOTOX® Cosmetic, or posting patient testimonials regarding their experience, Dr. Zollman says the information exchanged on his Zollman Plastic Surgery Facebook page can help develop patient goals and increase the likelihood that their expectations are met.

While the initial patient consultation is instrumental in patient education and overall cosmetic enhancement success, Dr. Zollman says the interaction that occurs within Facebook is a valuable and noteworthy experience that is fast becoming essential to his patients and practice. Ultimately, he says he strives to create a relaxing, positive experience regardless of the procedure his patients are considering, and social media communities such as Facebook further increase the chances he achieves such a goal.

About Dr. Zollman

Wally Zollman, MD earned his medical degree from the Indiana University School of Medicine, and then completed his general and plastic surgery residencies at the University of Mississippi School of Medicine. He lectures throughout the national and international arena on a variety of plastic surgery topics, including one of his specialties, large-volume liposuction and fat stem cell grafting to the body- particularly the buttocks and face. Dr. Zollman is a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, and the Indiana State Medical Association.

Zollman Plastic Surgery is located at 8227 Northwest Blvd. Suite 290 in Indianapolis, IN 46278, and can be reached at (866) 277-3613, or found online at either www.zollmansurgery.com or the Zollman Plastic Surgery – Wally Zollman MD Facebook page.