Dr Ivan Puah, Medical Director at Amaris B. Clinic, has been performing modern liposuction and corrective surgeries for patients who have experienced less than satisfactory results from non-surgical treatments and those who suffer from PAH, a rare side effect of cryolipolysis.
Weight gain in menopause and general middle-age spread are the hardest kind of weight to shift; and belly fat loss is particularly tricky. However, as Anna Murphy from Expat Living explains, women in Singapore do have shortcuts at hand, including Vaser Liposuction.
The transition to menopause
In my twenties, I was a size 10, occasionally a size 8. After having twins in my early thirties, I s
Was the first thing you did when you received your Full-time National Service (NS) enlistment letter to look down at your chest? You have a few months to go before officially serving the nation, and as proud and eager as you are to be the backbone of Singapore's defence, you are anxious and worried about your enlarged male breasts.
On the Official MINDEF website, there is a dedicated page on ho
Gynecomastia (overly enlarged male breasts) is an issue affecting the male gender, both adult and youths. This medical condition is commonly caused by hormonal imbalance and affects both breasts (bilateral gynecomastia) or one-sided breasts (unilateral gynecomastia).
Pseudogynecomastia, on the other hand, is a result of only fat accumulation on the chest. This condition does not affect the mal
Bingo wings, armpit fat, and accessory breasts are as common as rain. Many of us deal with them and are bothered by them when looking to wear strapless and sleeveless tops, and dresses. Having bingo wings, armpit fat, or accessory breasts does not mean you are unhealthy. Many athletes and celebrities have them too! Chrissy Teigen admitted to getting liposuction on her armpits so that she feels bet
Body sculpting and liposuction are used by men (as well as women) to get them into a shape they feel good about. It’s important that you come out looking better than when you went in! Unfortunately, there have been plenty of botched liposuction procedures and also fat freezing and cosmetic procedures that have gone wrong. Many of the ones being corrected here in Singapore were carried out in diffe
Diet and exercise alone are inadequate in targeting fat loss, particularly in specific areas. We are all unique, and our body distributes fat accordingly.
The term "fat" may conjure negative connotations, but in reality, it is essential for our existence and survival. It serves an indispensable role in storing energy. Fat cells keep us warm - yes, without fat, we would freeze - and it helps th
Fat grafting involves transplanting excess fat from one body area to another, such as the face, hands, breasts, and buttocks, to correct, remodel, volumise, and rejuvenate.
The beauty of this customised treatment is that it also removes excess fat from other parts of the body (donor site) such as the abdomen, love handles, thighs or buttocks.
In recent years, fat grafting therapeutic benef
When something is bad, we all want to get rid of it immediately and, more importantly, permanently. This applies to almost everything in our lives, including our appearance. Hence it is not hard to understand why liposuction, with its near-immediate results and its ability to rid fat permanently, is the most commonly performed fat loss and body contouring procedure globally.
Still, there are co
Yes, gents, it’s okay to have aesthetic treatments and cosmetic surgeries such as facial liposuction! An increasing number of men over 35 are moving from basic grooming such as eyebrow shaping and skincare, to aesthetic treatments like wrinkle-smoothing, commonly known as ‘Brotox’, laser skin rejuvenation and dermal fillers. They also seek cosmetic surgeries such as facial liposuction, pseudogynec
MPicking out clothes to wear can be a Herculean task, especially for those with a thicker lower body. Choosing the right pants feels like a treasure hunt, and you’d probably shy away from skirts and body-hugging dresses too.
Another problem with thick thighs that you may deal with is thigh chafing.
Why does this happen, and what triggers this issue? Keep reading as we lay out the facts about
From rhinoplasty and liposuction to dermal fillers and veneers, the beauty tourism industry is burgeoning. Tourists are travelling to all corners of the globe from South Korea and Thailand to Mexico and Turkey in pursuit of aesthetic treatments and cosmetic surgeries.
The pandemic did little to hamper their search, as these consumers looked inward to local providers to get the job done so that
Because no two bodies are alike, liposuction cannot be done in a cookie-cutter fashion. Body fat features, thickness, and distribution, like fingerprints, are unique for each individual.
Dr Ivan Puah has seen a rise in expat patients who need help with various issues. The impact of COVID on businesses and job security, along with general fear-mongering, has affected the mental health of many. Dr Puah talks us through the various scenarios and what he recommends.
Here's everything you need to know, including an effective solution that may help you get rid of stubborn fat that can’t be removed with diet or exercise.
Just like Rome, most other things weren’t built in a day, so have a little bit of patience and keep up the consistent effort. Still, the concerns are valid as, at times, effort and results don’t seem to correlate.
Did you know that a double chin may be caused by factors apart from weight gain? The skin loses its natural elasticity with age, causing the skin right below the neck to droop. Other times, it can simply be genetic and have nothing to do with your weight, fitness level or diet. If you’re bothered by your double chin or neck fat (many of us are!), facial liposuction may be the answer. Amaris B Clin
You’ve probably heard of liposuction. While this popular surgical procedure removes stubborn fat pockets that refuse to budge (like belly fat) despite a well-balanced diet and regular exercises, are you aware of its medical benefits? According to Amaris B Clinic, if you’re considering it, here’s what you need to know. This aesthetic clinic has been offering body-sculpting treatments like liposucti
Stubborn fat – it wouldn’t be called such if it was easy to remove. Indeed, these pockets of pesky and often unsightly fat deposits seem immune to diet and exercise, no matter the effort. People with stubborn fat are generally resigned to living with these unwanted excesses, but it doesn’t have to be that way.
Dr. Ivan Puah’s MDC-Sculpt® Lipo technique and his “30% Science and 70% Art” Approach
“Man boobs”, or enlarged male breasts, are actually more common than we think. As man boobs generally cannot be hidden under clothing, it can bring about psychological distress to the individual affected by it. Though, there could be two conditions tied up to the common man’s boobs problems: Gynecomastia & Pseudogynecomastia. What is the difference between these two? How is one connected to th
