Dr. Ramin A. Behmand, MD, FACS

Dr. Ramin A. Behmand, MD, FACS Board Certified Plastic Surgeon. Focusing on the Surgical Aesthetics of the Face, Nose, Eyes, Breasts & Body.

09/08/2026

As a plastic surgeon who regularly performs tummy tucks, here are 5 of the most common misconceptions I hear:

1. “You’ll need drains.”

Not in my practice. I perform a drainless tummy tuck technique, which means no tubes to manage, no measuring output, and no drain-related restrictions during recovery.

2. “You have to wear compression for months.”

Not necessarily. A recent randomized controlled trial published in Aesthetic Surgery Journal compared compression for 1, 3, and 5 months after tummy tuck with muscle repair. One month was just as effective for abdominal muscle stability, with better comfort and no disadvantage in contour or stability. Longer compression did not improve results and, in some cases, slowed functional recovery.

3. “You need to be at your goal weight first.”

You don’t need to reach an arbitrary “perfect” number on the scale before considering surgery. Your overall health, surgical risk, and weight stability all matter. Significant weight changes after surgery can affect your long-term result.

4. “Tummy tucks are only for moms.”

Pregnancy is a common reason patients develop loose abdominal skin and muscle separation, but it isn’t the only reason someone may benefit from a tummy tuck. Significant weight loss and changes in the abdominal tissues over time can create similar concerns.

5. “It’s basically the same as liposuction.”

Liposuction removes fat. A tummy tuck addresses excess skin and can also repair abdominal muscle separation. They solve different problems, and many patients benefit from combining the two.

Considering a tummy tuck? A consultation can help determine what is actually contributing to your abdominal contour and which approach makes sense for you.

Dr. Ramin Behmand, MD, FACS
Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon
📍Nashville | Franklin, TN
📞 615-576-3232

Our patient is just one week out from an endoscopic brow lift and upper blepharoplasty, and while she is still very earl...
09/04/2026

Our patient is just one week out from an endoscopic brow lift and upper blepharoplasty, and while she is still very early in the healing process, the changes are already beginning to take shape.

Swelling and bruising are expected at this stage and will continue to resolve over the coming weeks. What we can begin to appreciate, however, is a better relationship between the brow and upper eyelid, increased visibility of the upper lid, and a more open appearance around the eyes.

With procedures like these, the goal is not to change the character of the face or create an overly elevated brow. It is to restore a more balanced position while preserving the patient's natural expression.

I look forward to seeing how her results continue to develop as the tissues settle and healing progresses.

📍 Franklin | Nashville, Tennessee
📞 615-576-3232

09/03/2026

Labiaplasty and vaginoplasty are often confused, but they're actually two completely different procedures.

A l***aplasty reshapes or reduces the l***a, while a vaginoplasty tightens the vaginal canal after it's been stretched, most commonly by childbirth.

Some women benefit from one procedure, while others benefit from both. The key is understanding that they address different concerns and should be tailored to your individual goals.

If you've ever wondered about the difference, I hope this helps clarify it.

Dr. Ramin Behmand, MD, FACS

Breast | Body | Face

📍 Franklin | Nashville, TN

📞 615-576-3232

***aplasty

09/01/2026

Our beautiful patient is one week after an endoscopic brow lift and upper blepharoplasty.

At this stage, there is still swelling, bruising and a lot of healing ahead, so this is certainly not the final result.

But even this early, you can see the change in the upper third of the face: improved brow position, more visible upper eyelid and a more open appearance around the eyes.

The goal is to improve the relationship between the brow and upper eyelid while maintaining a natural appearance.

📍 Franklin | Nashville, Tennessee

📞 615-576-3232

08/31/2026

When most people think of a mommy makeover, they think about a tummy tuck and breast surgery.

What many women don't realize is that pregnancy and childbirth can also change the intimate area.

For some women, a mommy makeover may also include a l***aplasty, a vaginoplasty, or both. These are completely different procedures designed to address different concerns, and understanding the difference is the first step.

In my next few videos, I'll explain exactly what each procedure does and who may benefit from them.

**Dr. Ramin Behmand, MD, FACS**

Breast | Body | Face

📍 Franklin | Nashville, TN

📞 615-576-3232

***aplasty

08/27/2026

The front view tells only part of the story.

With breast augmentation, the oblique and side views show things you can't fully appreciate from the front: projection, lower breast contour and how the breast relates to the chest and the rest of the patient's frame.

That's why I look at a result from multiple angles rather than judging it from a single photograph.

Ramin Behmand, MD, FACS
Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon
📍Franklin | Nashville, Tennessee
615-576-3232

08/25/2026

Liposuction is more than simply removing fat. The final contour depends on where fat is removed, where it is intentionally left, the size of the cannula, and the surgeon’s vision for shaping the area in three dimensions.

The goal is a smooth, balanced contour that works with the patient’s underlying anatomy.

Dr. Ramin Behmand, MD | Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon
📍 Franklin | Nashville, TN
615-576-3232

08/24/2026

A significant change in volume and projection, while keeping the result proportional to her frame.

Breast augmentation is not just about choosing an implant size. Implant dimensions, the patient's starting anatomy, breast width and the way the implant interacts with her existing tissue all contribute to the final shape.

Individual results vary.

Ramin Behmand, MD, FACS
Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon
📍Franklin | Nashville, Tennessee
615-576-3232

08/22/2026

One of the nicest benefits of my drainless tummy tuck technique is that you don't have to worry about rolling onto drains while you sleep.

So when can you sleep on your side?

As soon as it's comfortable.

I don't recommend sleeping on your stomach early in recovery, but once you can comfortably sleep on your side, it's generally okay. Your comfort is usually the best guide.

There's no benefit to forcing it early. Your body will let you know when you're ready.

Dr. Ramin Behmand Plastic Surgery

Breast | Body | Face |

📍Nashville - Franklin, TN

615-576-3232

08/20/2026

5 breast lift misconceptions I hear all the time:

1. “A lift will make me smaller.”
Not necessarily. A lift reshapes and repositions breast tissue. It isn't a reduction.
2. “The scars will be really noticeable.”
They're more visible early on, but generally fade significantly with time.
3. “I have to wait until I'm done having kids.”
Not always. It depends partly on how soon another pregnancy is likely.
4. “A lift lasts forever.”
It turns back the clock. It doesn't stop it. Aging, gravity, pregnancy and weight changes still happen.
5. “Recovery is harder than augmentation.”
Surprisingly, a lift alone is often less uncomfortable than an augmentation.

Breast lift, implants, or both? The answer depends on what you're actually trying to change.

Dr. Ramin Behmand
Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon
Nashville | Franklin, TN
615-576-3232

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