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Sep
For patients weighing a neck lift, one question comes up again and again: how much downtime should I expect? At AM Plastic Surgery in Tampa, double-board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Alexey Markelov has built his practice on precision and proven techniques. A newer approach to b...
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Aug
Lipedema surgery is not the same as standard cosmetic liposuction, and choosing a surgeon without lipedema-specific training can lead to disappointing results or unnecessary damage to the lymphatic system. If you're researching a lipedema surgeon in Tampa, the surgeon's experienc...
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Aug
By Dr. Alexey Markelov “Will my breasts sag if I just remove my implants? ” This is one of the most common—and understandable—concerns I hear in the consultation room from patients considering breast implant removal. Naturally, the next question that follows is: “Should I get...
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Aug
By Dr. Alexey Markelov One of the most common questions I get in the consultation room from patients considering breast implant removal is: "Can you replace my implants with fat during the exact same surgery? " The clinical reality is that it isn’t always that simple. While transi...
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Aug
By Dr. Alexey Markelov Combining breast implant removal (explant) with a fat transfer—often called auto-augmentation—has become one of the most highly requested procedures for patients looking to transition away from implants. It is an incredible way to restore contour, mask...
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Jul
By Dr. Alexey Markelov Few features betray age or fatigue as immediately as the eyes. Drooping upper lids and under-eye fullness tend to accumulate gradually, often driven by genetics as much as aging itself. Once these changes begin limiting peripheral vision or skincare stops m...
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Jun
Blepharoplasty, whether upper, lower, or both, consistently ranks among the most satisfying facial procedures, yet many patients say they wish they'd understood certain details before surgery. Dr. Alexey Markelov, a double board-certified plastic surgeon in Tampa with over a deca...
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Apr
A deep plane facelift does more than tighten skin—it restores harmony to the entire face by repositioning the underlying muscle and fat layers that shift with age. Dr. Alexey Markelov, a double board-certified plastic surgeon in Tampa, specializes in this advanced technique...
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Apr
A breast lift without implants is often the most refined solution for patients seeking a more elevated, natural contour without adding volume. Advanced techniques like the “internal bra” allow surgeons to reshape and support the breast using your own tissue, creating ...
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Mar
Eyelid surgery, or blepharoplasty, is one of the most transformative facial procedures available, yet many patients wish they had known certain details before scheduling their surgery. Whether you're considering upper eyelid surgery to address drooping skin or lower blepharoplast...
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Feb
The eyes are often the first place to show signs of aging. When patients come to me complaining of looking "tired" or "puffy" despite getting a full night's sleep, the culprit is often the lower eyelid. While lower eyelid surgery (blepharoplasty) is one of the most effective ways...
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Jan
By Alexey Markelov MD FACS When patients look at before-and-after photos of facelifts, they naturally focus on the result: the defined jawline, the smooth neck, and the refreshed appearance. However, as a surgeon, my primary focus is on how we get there safely and predictably. On...
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