Business Details
16 Years
experience
Your Trusted Tampa Bay Plastic Surgery Provider
At Melanie L. Aya-ay, M.D. Plastic Surgery, we are committed to delivering excellence in cosmetic and reconstructive plastic surgery through a team dedicated to education, safety, and personalized care. Dr. Melanie Aya-ay, a board-certified plastic surgeon with over 15 years of experience, leads our practice with a focus on innovative techniques and natural results. Our team, including two nurse practitioners and an esthetician, prioritizes continuing education to ensure patients receive the most advanced treatments available. We emphasize clear communication and active listening during our detailed consultations to create customized care plans that align with each patients goals.Our practice values honesty, integrity, and comprehensive aesthetic care, ensuring a supportive environment from initial contact through postoperative follow-up. As Tampa Bays premier destination for breast surgery, facial rejuvenation, and body contouring, we combine cutting-edge technology with a compassionate approach to empower patients in achieving their desired outcomes.
Services
Breast Augmentation
Breast Lift
Abdominoplasty
Facelift/Necklift
Liposuction
Labiaplasty
Blepharoplasty
Gynecomastia Surgery
Mastopexy
Body Contouring
Details
- Year established: 2010
Highlights and features
- We offer over 15 years of specialized plastic surgery experience in Tampa Bay.
- Our team includes Allergan National Trainers for Facial Aesthetics and Regenerative Medicine.
- We prioritize personalized consultations and detailed patient education for informed decisions.
- Our practice combines advanced surgical techniques with a focus on natural, balanced results.
- We maintain rigorous safety standards and continuous professional development for all staff.
Associations and certifications
- American Board of Plastic Surgery
What people say
Beautiful, natural results
Compassionate and kind team
Excellent professional expertise
Personalized care plans
Empowering consultation process
Services
Breast Augmentation
Breast augmentation enhances breast volume and shape using saline or silicone implants. Ideal for patients seeking improved proportions after weight loss, pregnancy, or mastectomy. Dr. Aya-ay specializes in cohesive gel implants and customized surgical plans for natural results. Recovery typically allows light activity within a week and full exercise resumption in 4-6 weeks.
Breast Lift
A breast lift addresses sagging by reshaping breast tissue and repositioning the nipple. Suitable for patients with ptosis due to aging, pregnancy, or weight changes. Techniques vary from minimal scarring to vertical incisions, with optional augmentation. Recovery involves 1-2 weeks of activity restrictions and gradual healing over months.
Abdominoplasty
Abdominoplasty removes excess skin and tightens abdominal muscles for a sculpted midsection. Addresses post-pregnancy or post-weight-loss laxity. Techniques include mini-tummy tucks and circumferential lifts. Recovery requires 4-6 weeks of limited activity and compression garment use to optimize results.
Facelift/Necklift
Facelifts restore youthful contours by tightening facial skin and muscles. Targets nasolabial folds, jowls, and neck laxity. Midface lifts may be combined for comprehensive rejuvenation. Recovery includes 2-3 weeks of swelling reduction and 6 months for final results as scars mature.
Liposuction
Liposuction removes localized fat deposits in areas like the abdomen, thighs, and neck. Best for patients near ideal weight with good skin elasticity. Techniques include Power-Assisted Liposuction for smooth contouring. Recovery involves compression garments and 4-6 weeks of activity limitations for optimal healing.
People
Melanie L. Aya-ay
CEO and Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon
Dr. Aya-ay is a board-certified plastic surgeon with 15+ years of experience specializing in breast surgery, facial rejuvenation, and body contouring. She is an Allergan National Trainer and founder of Vivia MedSpa, emphasizing natural results and patient education.
Questions
What sets Dr. Aya-ay apart from other plastic surgeons?
Dr. Aya-ay combines 15+ years of experience with Allergan National Trainer status, specializing in complex breast revisions and minimally invasive techniques for balanced, natural outcomes.
How long is the recovery after breast augmentation?
Most patients resume light activities within a week and full exercise in 4-6 weeks, with swelling subsiding over several months for final results.
Can liposuction be combined with other procedures?
Yes, liposuction is often paired with tummy tucks, breast augmentations, or facelifts for comprehensive body contouring and facial rejuvenation.
What breast implant types are available?
We offer saline, silicone, and cohesive gel (gummy bear) implants, with Dr. Aya-ay helping select the best option based on anatomy and aesthetic goals.
Is a breast lift covered by insurance?
Reconstructive breast lifts post-mastectomy are typically covered, while cosmetic lifts are patient-pay. Our team assists with insurance verification for applicable cases.
