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Your Trusted Cosmetic Surgery Center in Charlottesville
At The Center for Plastic Surgery, we combine advanced surgical expertise with personalized care to deliver transformative results. Our board-certified surgeons, Dr. Brian Showalter and Dr. Victoria Vastine, bring decades of combined experience in both cosmetic and reconstructive procedures, ensuring patients receive tailored solutions that align with their unique goals. We specialize in facial rejuvenation, breast enhancement, body contouring, and non-surgical treatments, utilizing cutting-edge techniques to achieve natural, long-lasting outcomes.Our team prioritizes patient comfort and education, offering comprehensive consultations and post-operative support to foster confidence throughout every stage of the journey. With a focus on precision and artistry, we are committed to helping individuals enhance their appearance and improve their quality of life through safe, evidence-based practices.
Services
Facelift
Breast Augmentation
Tummy Tuck
CoolSculpting
Rhinoplasty
Eyelid Surgery
Liposuction
Breast Reconstruction
Non-Surgical Injectables
Scar Revision
Highlights and features
- Board-certified surgeons with expertise in both cosmetic and reconstructive procedures
- Personalized treatment plans tailored to individual patient goals
- Advanced techniques for natural-looking, long-lasting results
- Comprehensive pre- and post-operative care focused on patient comfort
- Proven track record of patient satisfaction and successful outcomes
What people say
Highly skilled surgeons
Personalized care approach
Life-changing results
Professional and compassionate
Excellent surgical outcomes
Services
Facelift
Facelift surgery addresses sagging skin and deep creases in the lower face and neck. This procedure tightens underlying tissues, removes excess skin, and repositions fat to restore a youthful contour. Ideal candidates experience facial aging signs like jowls, loose neck skin, or flattened cheeks. Recovery typically takes 1-2 weeks with minimal scarring due to strategically placed incisions.
Breast Augmentation
Breast augmentation enhances size and shape through saline or silicone implants. This procedure addresses concerns like volume loss post-pregnancy, asymmetry, or desire for proportionate curves. Surgeons customize implant type, size, and placement to achieve natural results that complement each patient's body. Recovery involves limited activity for several weeks to ensure proper healing.
Tummy Tuck
Tummy tuck surgery removes excess abdominal skin and tightens separated muscles, often following weight loss or pregnancy. The procedure addresses diastasis recti, stubborn fat deposits, and skin laxity for a flatter profile. Combining liposuction may enhance contouring results. Patients typically resume light activities within two weeks.
CoolSculpting
CoolSculpting uses controlled cooling to eliminate stubborn fat cells in targeted areas like the abdomen, thighs, or under the chin. This non-invasive treatment requires no downtime, with visible results appearing over 2-6 months as the body naturally processes frozen fat cells. Multiple sessions may be needed for optimal outcomes.
Eyelid Rejuvenation
Eyelid surgery corrects drooping upper lids and puffy bags under the eyes by removing excess skin and fat. This procedure improves vision obstruction from heavy lids and creates a more alert appearance. Incisions follow natural creases for minimal visibility, with recovery typically involving mild swelling for 1-2 weeks.
People
Dr. Brian Showalter
Plastic Surgeon
Board-certified plastic surgeon with expertise in cosmetic and reconstructive procedures. Specializes in breast reconstruction, facial surgery, and body contouring. Known for compassionate care and attention to detail that extends through post-operative follow-up.
Dr. Victoria Vastine
Plastic Surgeon
Board-certified specialist in breast reconstruction and cosmetic surgery. Recognized for personalized approach and skill in helping patients achieve life-enhancing results. Leads consultations with thorough explanations of options and expected outcomes for both surgical and non-surgical treatments.
Nicole Lepsch
Nurse Practitioner
Experienced nurse practitioner providing pre- and post-operative care. Assists with patient education, treatment planning, and non-surgical aesthetic services. Focuses on ensuring patients feel informed and comfortable throughout their treatment journey.
Kathy MacDonald Day
Registered Nurse Injector
Certified injector with expertise in non-surgical treatments. Provides personalized injectable solutions using products like Botox and dermal fillers to address facial aging concerns and enhance natural features.
Kayte Tigert
Licensed Master Aesthetician
Skilled aesthetician offering skincare treatments and product recommendations. Specializes in post-procedure skin care and non-invasive treatments to maintain and enhance surgical and non-surgical results.
Questions
What cosmetic procedures are most commonly performed?
Our most common procedures include facelifts, breast augmentation, tummy tucks, rhinoplasty, and non-surgical treatments like CoolSculpting and injectables.
How do I prepare for a surgical consultation?
Review our website's procedure pages, prepare questions about your goals, and complete patient forms available in our Patient Resources section before your appointment.
What is the recovery time for facial surgery?
Most facial procedures require 1-2 weeks of recovery, with detailed post-operative instructions and follow-up appointments to ensure proper healing and optimal results.
Do you offer non-surgical alternatives?
Yes, we provide non-surgical options including CoolSculpting, injectables, laser treatments, and skincare products to address aesthetic concerns without surgery.
Are your surgeons board-certified?
Yes, both Dr. Brian Showalter and Dr. Victoria Vastine are board-certified plastic surgeons with extensive experience in cosmetic and reconstructive procedures.
