Dr. Gary Motykie is a well-known plastic surgeon with an outstanding track record of patient satisfaction in various cosmetic and reconstructive procedures of the breast, body and face.  Appreciation and endorsement from his patients is Dr. Motykie’s biggest reward, and it also encourages patients from other parts of the country and the world to travel to Beverly Hills to have their surgery from Dr. Motykie.  Discerning women and men who understand the significance of a plastic surgery procedure and how life altering the outcomes can be are willing to make the extra effort to choose Dr. Motykie’s services even as an out […]

Explantation or breast implant removal cosmetic surgery may sometimes be necessary for medical or personal reasons. Implant rupture and capsular contracture are two of key complications that could necessitate this procedure. In some cases, the woman may have a change of aesthetic preferences, and may want to either remove implants or replace them with new implants of a different quality, size, or shape.  Board certified plastic surgeon Dr. Gary Motykie provides breast implant removal surgery to patients in Beverly Hills, West Hollywood, Los Angeles, and surrounding communities.  Procedure Breast implant removal surgery is usually performed with the patient under general anesthesia, but in […]

Many women in the US have a misconception that they will need to replace their breast implants after every 10 years or so. This misconception might be attributed in some part to an FDA report of 2011, which noted that about 20 percent of patients who received breast augmentation cosmetic surgery would require implant replacement in about 10 years. However, the reality is that breast implant technology and surgical techniques have vastly improved over the last one decade. And even if you presume that the figures estimated by FDA in 2011 still remain valid, four in five women would still continue […]

Out-of-Town Patients Visiting Beverly Hills Many patients now choose to travel for their cosmetic treatments in order to receive the best possible care and enjoy a quiet and anonymous recovery period. No longer are patients limited to their own local area when looking for the most trusted and experienced doctors to meet their cosmetic needs. As a board certified plastic surgeon in Beverly Hills, Dr. Gary Motykie works with patients from all over the world who want expert care in a private, convenient setting. Dr. Motykie’s staff is dedicated to making the process positive for our out-of-town patients, and we will work […]

To understand en bloc capsulectomy or total capsulectomy, surgical procedure, it is essential to be familiar with the breast capsule. It is the scar tissue that forms around the breast implant. This occurs as a natural reaction of the body to the implantation, and in most cases, will not change in the way your implants look or feels.  When taking out the breast implants, the capsule should always be taken into consideration. If the breast implants are being removed permanently, a total capsulectomy can ease tissue recovery and healing. In an enbloc capsulectomy, the full capsule is removed along with the […]

Selecting a plastic surgeon for your breast explant surgery is a decision that will have an effect on your life for years to come. A successful breast implant removal surgery will give significant benefits to you, as long as a skilled and experienced cosmetic surgeon performs it. In the hands of a relatively inexperienced or less qualified surgeon, the possibility of poor results increases. This may lead to additional time, expense, and disappointment for the patient.  Patients looking for breast explantation surgery should carefully identify a skilled cosmetic surgeon because working with an inexperienced or a lesser qualified surgeon could result in […]

Stem Cell IV therapy is set to revolutionize the treatment of numerous medical and cosmetic conditions. Forward-thinking treatment providers are adopting this innovative solution for the benefit of their patients.   During the initial consultation, the therapist will inform the patient about various aspects of Stem Cell IV procedure, and discuss its approximate costs. The primary goal of the provider should be to educate the patient about this new and promising treatment and help them make an enlightened decision.  Board certified plastic surgeon Dr. Gary Motykie provides stem cell IV therapy to patients in Beverly Hills, West Hollywood, Los Angeles, and surrounding locations.   Cost […]

Researchers and doctors have mainly used two types of stem cells for decades, taken from humans and animals, particularly when they were still embryos (not yet born). These are known as embryonic stem cells and non-embryonic (“adult” or “somatic”) stem cells. Intravenous (IV) infusion is a safe and proven approach to stem cell therapy. In this case, the patient received prepared stem cells via an IV drip. The cells go directly into the bloodstream, where they start working to repair compromised blood cells or burrowing into bone marrow and repairing the tissue there.  The patient undergoes this treatment in a hospital, but […]

Stem Cell IV therapy is a cutting-edge treatment that can be beneficial to people with a wide range of degenerative, inflammatory, and neurologic conditions. In this procedure, embryonic stem cells that are sourced from the umbilical cord blood and tissue are used.  Board certified plastic surgeon Dr. Gary Motykie provides stem cell IV therapy to patients in Beverly Hills, West Hollywood, Los Angeles, and surrounding communities.    What are Stem Cells? The body’s raw materials are known as stem cells or the cells from which all other cells with specialized functions are produced. When the conditions are appropriate in the body or lab, stem […]

For cheeks that lack definition, cheek implants can provide volume and a contoured appearance. Individuals with weak cheek anatomy, a flat or narrow face, or those who have lost cheek contours due to aging may benefit from a cheek augmentation plastic surgery procedure.  The surgeon will have a detailed consultation with the patient prior to the cheek augmentation procedure, which will allow them to develop a customized surgical plan. The patient should unhesitatingly ask questions and discuss their concerns about the cheek augmentation procedure during the pre-operative consultation.  Board certified plastic surgeon Dr. Gary Motykie provides cheek implants to patients in Beverly […]