Body Plastic Surgery
in Grand Rapids, Michigan
Your body— a study in contour. Body contouring complements a healthy lifestyle by helping you achieve your desired shape. If you’ve had extreme weight gains or losses or are experiencing skin and muscle laxity as you age, body contouring reduces the excess skin and fat that diet and exercise cannot. You may improve the look and feel of your body with shaping procedures like liposuction, tummy tuck, and arm or thigh contouring.
Why Choose the Centre for Plastic Surgery for Body Surgery?
Our team of highly skilled surgeons have decades of experience perfecting the art of shaping and contouring the body. Our entire team from our front office staff to our surgical support staff is dedicated to a safe, superior surgical journey for every single patient. When you choose the Centre for Plastic Surgery, you are choosing a first-class accredited facility designed with your privacy, comfort, and care in mind.
Your Body Surgery Options
at Centre for Plastic Surgery
Tummy Tuck (Abdominoplasty) Surgery
Tighten lax stomach muscles and remove excess skin with a Tummy Tuck.
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Liposuction
Target tough to tackle areas of fat with liposuction.
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Mommy Makeover Surgery
A mommy makeover is any combination of surgeries that aim to contour and lift parts of the body affected by pregnancy.
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Arm Lift (Brachioplasty)
An arm lift, or brachioplasty, works to remove excess skin and fat on the upper arm area.
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Thigh Lift (Thighplasty)
A thigh lift works to address extra, lax, or sagging skin on the inner thigh.
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Aveli™ Cellulite Treatment
Aveli™ is a minimally invasive procedure that specifically addresses the underlying cause of cellulite dimples, for a smoother skin appearance. It can be completed as a stand-alone treatment or in conjunction with a surgical procedure.
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Our Team
Meet our experts
Douglas Leppink, MD
A Board-certified plastic surgeon at the Centre for Plastic Surgery in Grand Rapids, Michigan. At our private practice, he specializes in truly personalized services that are uniquely tailored to the needs and desires of each patient.
Dr. Benjamin Rechner
A board-certified plastic surgeon in West Michigan, combines his unique background of engineering and advanced surgical training to deliver exceptional cosmetic and reconstructive results.
With expertise honed through general surgery, plastic surgery residency, and a pediatric craniofacial fellowship, Dr. Rechner is dedicated to creating beautiful outcomes while teaching future medical professionals as an Assistant Clinical Professor at Michigan State University.
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Before & After
Tummy Tuck Patient 99
This case features a 54-year-old woman (5'6", 144 pounds) who achieved significant weight loss through diet and exercise but was dissatisfied with the remaining abdominal skin laxity. She underwent a complete tummy tuck (abdominoplasty), which included muscle separation repair, hernia repair, and removal of excess skin. She was very pleased with her results. The after photos, taken four months post-procedure, showcase the progression of her transformation.
Mommy Makeover Patient 33
This 39-year-old woman (5 feet 4 inches, 175 pounds) wanted to address changes in her breasts and abdomen following multiple pregnancies, including breast volume loss, abdominal muscle separation, and increased skin laxity in both areas. She underwent a successful 'Mommy Makeover,' which included a bilateral breast lift (mastopexy) and a complete tummy tuck (abdominoplasty) with muscle repair. The after photos, taken five months post-procedure, highlight her transformation. Her scars will continue to lighten over time. She was very pleased with her final results and felt she achieved a more youthful appearance.
Tummy Tuck Patient 147
This is a 44-year-old woman (5'3", 125 pounds) who was dissatisfied with the appearance of her abdomen after several pregnancies and a 100-pound weight loss. She underwent a successful complete tummy tuck (abdominoplasty) with diastasis recti (muscle) repair. Following the procedure, she was very pleased with the improved contour of her abdomen and was able to resume her normal activities after recovery. The after photos, taken three months post-procedure, showcase her transformation.