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Stratis and Gayner Plastic Surgery

Virtual Consultations Available!

In compliance with federal and state authorities, our office is temporarily closed. However, we are available virtually. You can start the process of connecting with the office by . It is our hope to begin seeing patients again within the next few weeks.  We have an extensive list of patients waiting to resume normal activities …

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Stratis and Gayner Plastic Surgery

COVID-19 (Coronavirus)

We wanted to take a moment to let you know that we are closely following the developments of COVID-19 (Corona virus) from the CDC and all appropriate government agencies. Our top priority is the health and well-being of our patients and staff. At this time we are planning to remain open to see patients in …

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Drains After Tummy Tuck: What You Need to Know

What You Need To Know About Tummy Tuck Drains

When it comes to a significant plastic surgery procedure like a tummy tuck, we want you to understand the recovery process and what you can expect to experience after surgery. I have performed hundreds of tummy tucks throughout my career as a board-certified plastic surgeon and body contouring specialist. Generally, my patients love their results …

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Rhinoplasty: Surgical vs. Nonsurgical

Surgical vs. Liquid Rhinoplasty: Which Is Right for You? (Before and After)

When you’re looking into options for rhinoplasty, you may come across two procedural approaches to choose from: plastic surgery and nonsurgical injectables. Deciding which path to select depends on your unique goals. Injectable fillers can temporarily solve certain concerns, while surgery is required to fully address others. With specialized training in facial plastic surgery, I …

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Woman in red dress contemplating breast augmentation surgery

Answers to Common Breast Augmentation Questions & Concerns

For plastic surgery patients interested in breast augmentation in Harrisburg, Lancaster, Carlisle, and York, PA, one of the most common concerns I hear is uncertainty about what life will be like after surgery. Some women with active lifestyles are concerned about when they’ll be able to return to exercise, others worry about long-term back discomfort …

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Quick Recovery vs. Traditional Facelift: What's the Difference?

Quick Recovery vs. Traditional Facelift: What’s the Difference?

Women and men who come in for facelift consultations at Harrisburg, PA, practice often want to know what the term "quick recovery facelift" means. Some people may think it's a gimmick and not really surgery at all, but I reassure them that the procedure is indeed a safe and effective surgical procedure. It's sometimes called …

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Comparing EMSCULPT® Fat Reduction to Traditional Liposuction?

EMSCULPT® vs. Liposuction: Which Fat Reduction Option Is Best?

Have you heard of EMSCULPT? It's one of the latest additions to the lineup of non-invasive body contouring procedures introduced during the past several years. At our Harrisburg, PA practice, I often consult with patients who aren't sure whether liposuction or EMSCULPT is best for their concerns. In this blog post, I'll explore if EMSCULPT …

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Facial Contouring: Dermal Fillers, Liposuction, & Facelift

Facial Contouring: Dermal Fillers, Liposuction, & Facelift

Remedies that minimize wrinkles and other signs of aging can range from minimally invasive treatments such as fillers to plastic surgery. At our Harrisburg, PA, practice, I can help patients choose procedures that best-suit their specific concerns and preferences based on a physical examination and the description of their aesthetic goals. Even though I believe …

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Sleeping After Breast Augmentation

Sleeping After Breast Augmentation

Sleep is rarely on the list of issues to worry about when women consider getting breast augmentation. But my Harrisburg, PA, patients learn that getting a good night's sleep after their procedures can help speed the healing process and avoid compromising the results. I'll explain in this blog post why sleep is important after getting …

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Post-Pregnancy Tummy Tuck Tips

Post-Pregnancy Life: How To Know It’s Time for a Tummy Tuck

Think about the changes a woman's body experiences during pregnancy, childbirth, and breastfeeding. It's remarkable and something that women who have children endure with a mixture of joy and exhaustion. For many women, though, the excess abdominal skin that remains is a nuisance that undermines their confidence. Post-pregnancy tummy tuck surgery offers a solution. Exercising …

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