Dr. Ravi’s TOP five things Houston should know about Plastic Surgery Tourism

6/14/2018

Many patients contemplate having their cosmetic procedures performed foreign countries to take advantage of the cost savings they offer. While there are excellent, well trained board certified plastic surgeons in various countries of the world, the fact remains that having your procedure outside of your home country may be hazardous to your health.

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Why Safety is Key to a Brazilian Butt Lift by Dr. Ravi in Houston

5/24/2018

Jennifer Lopez first brought the hourglass figure to our attention several years ago, and since then the likes of Kim Kardashian have made that aesthetic mainstream. And it’s not going out of style anytime soon! Autologous Fat Grafting to the Buttock, known to the public as the “Brazilian Butt Lift”, is the fastest growing cosmetic surgery in the United States. This is true for the Houston plastic surgery market as well, as the best and brightest plastic surgeons in the field perform this surgery. Dr. Ravi Somayazula, Houston’s board-certified plastic surgeon, routinely performs this procedure with a goal of obtaining both safe and beautiful results. Not only is he a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) but was also selected to be a committee member on The Safety of Autologous Fat Transfer Subcommittee. You will be in no safer hands.

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A Big Congratulations to Dr. Ravi! He Was Recently Honored With the RealSelf 100 for the Second Year in a Row

5/16/2018

If you are in the Houston area, stop by Body by Ravi Plastic Surgery and Aesthetics to congratulate Dr. Ravi Somayazula on his latest achievement: becoming a member of the RealSelf 100 for the second year in a row. The 2017 RealSelf 100 Awards were announced this past April to showcase the country’s most influential cosmetic surgeons. Once again, with a strong commitment to patient education, Dr. Ravi was recognized with the RealSelf 100 honor. The team at Body by Ravi Plastic Surgery and Aesthetics is proud of their practice founder and are happy to be part of such a game-changing office.

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I’m proud to share with you an article I was asked to write for ASPS (American Society of Plastic Surgeons). I’m a board-certified plastic surgeon who specializes in Mommy Makeovers in Houston.

5/8/2018

What is included in a mommy makeover?

Dr. Ravi was asked to write an article for ASPS!
This article was orginally featured on PlasticSurgery.org!

The mommy makeover is one of today’s most popular combination plastic surgery techniques, designed specifically to address common issues faced by women who have been through pregnancy and breastfeeding. The surgical technique has found its way into mainstream media with it becoming the procedure of choice among Hollywood elite.

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Say So Long to Excessive Sweating in Houston with miraDry®

4/25/2018

Having to change shirts, reapply antiperspirants and deodorants and the dreaded “sniff test” can put a real damper on your life. Not only can it crush your self-confidence, it can affect your work, your personal relationships, ruin your clothes, and cost you time and money continually managing the extra moisture. But what can you do about it? Luckily, there’s a permanent solution thanks to miraDry®.

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What can you expect to be included in your Mommy Makeover?

4/12/2018

While the Mommy Makeover isn’t just for mothers, the idea behind the custom-tailored surgery is that it is perfect for those women who have gone through pregnancies and breast-feeding. Let’s face it, while the miracle of childbirth is one of the most beautiful experiences a woman will ever have, the process can be hard on the body. Dr. Ravi Somayazula, and his Body by Ravi Plastic Surgery and Aesthetics team, offers the Mommy Makeover as the necessary step for restoring the body as close as possible to its pre-pregnancy shape. Keep in mind that women that have not had children can also undergo this combination procedure.

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Look Your Very Best for All Your Summer Events

4/04/2018

With the days getting longer and the temperatures heating up, summer is just around the corner, which means it’s the season of weddings, festivals, events, and sunny days at the beach. No matter what you have planned this year, let the experts at Body By Ravi Plastic Surgery and Aesthetics get you ready for all the fun. We offer a wide range of treatments and techniques to fit your individual needs. Whether a quick touch-up or a more dramatic transformation, Dr. Ravi Somayazula and Dr. Swapna Gopathi have the expertise and skill to provide you with personalized options to look your absolute best for whatever life throws at you.

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Enhance your Butt with Sculptra® Aesthetic in Houston

3/29/2018

Do you feel like your feminine figure is lacking in the back? Do you spend countless hours doing squats in the gym with little improvement to your rear end? Do you want all the benefits of a butt lift without going under the knife? If this sounds like you, Dr. Ravi has a solution. Now you can fill out your backside and avoid surgery with Sculptra® at Body by Ravi Plastic Surgery and Aesthetics.

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Hyperhidrosis

3/9/2018

Are you looking for a lifestyle change? Don’t be concerned with underarm sweating or odor in Houston, Texas.

Do you feel like changing your clothes multiple times a day? Do you have to do the dreaded sniff test before happy hour? Are you concerned about the long-term effects of deodorants and antiperspirants? Underarm sweating and odor can be an embarrassing situation for many people, especially in the hot and humid Houston climate. While most people think it only happens when the weather is hot, it also can certainly cause so much discomfort during cold sweater weather. Continue reading Hyperhidrosis

Dr. Ravi Explains When and Why Breast Implants Should Be Changed

3/1/2018

Breast augmentation is an ever-growing cosmetic surgery in Houston, Texas, as well as around the United States and the world. In my Houston based practice, I have operated on women from Memorial, Katy and the Galleria who require an implant exchange. It is important for those who currently have breast implants in place or those looking to have breast augmentation understand that this is likely not a one-and-done type surgery. There are circumstances where implants need to be removed entirely or replaced. Plus, there are situations where a follow up breast lift (mastopexy) will need to be performed.

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