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No Smoking Before and After Surgery: Understanding the Risks

Scot A. Martin, M.D.01/02/2025

Learn the critical reasons behind the strict no-smoking rule before and after surgery, its impact on recovery, and potential complications when nicoti

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Choosing Between a Plastic Surgeon and a Cosmetic Surgeon

Scot A. Martin, M.D.12/09/2024

Discover the key differences between plastic surgeons and cosmetic surgeons, focusing on Breast Augmentation, Scot A. Martin, M.D., and why selecting

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Grand Opening: New Operating Room – Limited-Time Breast Augmentation Special!

Scot A. Martin, M.D.10/25/2024

We’re excited to announce the grand opening of Dr. Scot Martin’s state-of-the-art operating room and surgical suite, right here in Las Cruces!

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Timing Your Mommy Makeover: When is the Right Time for You?

09/23/2024

A mommy makeover is a unique procedure combining various targeted procedures, such as a tummy tuck & breast augmentation, into one surgery.

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Will You Need a Drain for Your Tummy Tuck?

03/05/2024

A drainless tummy tuck works differently and also includes liposuction. Your tummy tuck starts with liposuction

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5 Questions to Ask During Your Tummy Tuck Consultation

02/02/2024

For a successful tummy tuck, ask about the surgeon's experience, suitability for your goals, procedure details, recovery, and post-recovery care.

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Let Us Help with Your 2024 Resolutions

12/05/2023

Las Cruces plastic surgeon Dr. Scot Martin talks about how he helps people who have lost weight and want to look better for their resolutions

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WANT A TIGHTER TUMMY? HERE’S YOUR ABDOMINOPLASTY CHECKLIST! [Infographic]

11/28/2023

View our November 2023 infographic from Dr. Scot A. Martin and the team at Martin Plastic Surgery in Las Cruces, New Mexico.

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Choosing a Plastic Surgeon? Here’s Why Board Certification Counts

11/23/2023

Choose Dr. Scot Martin for your tummy tuck or breast augmentation. Board certification ensures specialized training and higher standards of care.

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4 TIPS TO SLEEP BETTER AFTER A TUMMY TUCK [Infographic]

09/22/2023

View our September 2023 infographic from Dr. Scot A. Martin and the team at Martin Plastic Surgery in Las Cruces, New Mexico.

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If You Want a Faster Tummy Tuck Recovery, Nix the Drains

08/08/2023

Drainless tummy tucks eliminate the drains and instead incorporate a “quilting” technique that uses layered sutures to close the spaces.

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5 Tummy Tuck Misconceptions Explained [Infographic]

06/20/2023

View our June 2023 infographic from Dr. Scot A. Martin and the team at Martin Plastic Surgery in Las Cruces, New Mexico.

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3 Commonly Asked Questions about Tummy Tuck Recovery

06/06/2023

Dr. Scot Martin answers three top questions patients ask regarding tummy tuck recovery, including recovery timeline and information.

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4 Lesser Known Perks of Getting a Tummy Tuck [Infographic]

01/20/2023

View our January 2023 infographic from Dr. Scot A. Martin and the team at Martin Plastic Surgery in Las Cruces, New Mexico.

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Are You Ready for a Mommy Makeover?

01/09/2023

Mommy makeovers combine procedures like tummy tuck and breast augmentation. Candidates are done having children, in good health.

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Why a Tummy Tuck Doesn’t Do a Whole Lot for Love Handles

10/09/2022

Simply put, a tummy tuck alone will not address your love handles. Liposuction is a body contouring procedure that removes excess fat .

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How Soon Is Too Soon for Another Round of Cosmetic Surgery?

09/18/2022

or example, a breast augmentation recovery can take more than 6 weeks while a liposuction procedure may only take a couple of weeks

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Why a Drainless Tummy Tuck Is the Way to Go [Infographic]

09/15/2022

Why a Drainless Tummy Tuck Is the Way to Go [Infographic]

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Here’s the Thing about Tummy Tucks and Muscle Repair

07/18/2022

Las Cruces plastic surgeon Dr. Scot Martin explains why repair of abdominal muscles is a key aspect of any abdominoplasty procedure.

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How a Tummy Tuck Just Might Improve Your Health

04/14/2022

A tummy tuck removes excess stomach fat and skin, as well as surgically tightens the abdominal muscles

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