There's something exciting about looking back on a year and seeing what resonated most with patients. For board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Sharline Aboutanos, 2025 was defined by a clear shift toward a natural aesthetic and a more contoured body—reflected in these 5 procedures that consistently topped the list in her Richmond plastic surgery practice.

Once you’ve reached your goal weight, you may find that your skin and body contours haven't caught up with your new size. This is a common frustration whether weight loss was achieved through lifestyle changes, bariatric surgery, or medications—and diet and exercise simply can't fix it. While this may be disheartening after such a significant achievement, there are effective plastic surgery procedures to help you complete your transformation.

If you're beginning to notice signs of facial aging, you may be wondering whether it's time for injectables, or if a surgical procedure would give you better results. For many patients in their 40s, 50s, and even early 60s, dermal fillers offer a non-invasive option to restore a more refreshed look. But while fillers are effective for certain concerns, they're not a substitute for surgery when deeper aging is involved. Richmond board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Sharline Aboutanos shares what fillers can (and can't) do—and how to decide what's right for you.

Breast reduction surgery offers life-changing relief for women struggling with physical discomfort, emotional distress, and lifestyle limitations from overly large breasts. Board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Sharline Aboutanos understands that choosing breast reduction is a significant decision and shares answers to some of the most common breast reduction questions.

Summer in Richmond delivered plenty of sunshine and outdoor fun. Now that September's here, you might be noticing some unexpected changes in your skin. If you're seeing new dark spots, uneven skin tone, or noticing your skin looks a bit rougher than it did back when you were preparing for summer in May, the good news is that fall is actually the perfect time to address these concerns and get your skin back to looking its best. Here, Richmond plastic surgeon Dr. Sharline Aboutanos walks you through the most effective treatments to reverse summer skin damage and explains why now is the ideal time to start your skin recovery journey.

Enhancing breast size can be a powerful way to feel more in sync with your body and femininity. Whether you’re hoping to restore fullness after pregnancy, balance your natural proportions, or achieve a curvier figure, it’s important to understand your breast enlargement options—including those that don’t involve implants!