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CityViewNC.com | 43 CONTRIBUTED PHOTOS Brachioplasty, or arm li surgery; liposuction; tummy tucks; body li procedures; body contouring aer weight loss; and the "mommy makeover" are other options. Dr. Nordberg says diet and exercise cannot always adequately address problems associated with pregnancy, weight gain or loss, and breastfeeding, which can affect confidence and body image. "e 'mommy makeover' is a comprehensive procedure that can include a tummy tuck, liposuction and a breast li with implants. It helps our patients feel like themselves again," says Dr. Nordberg. New procedures e office has continued to grow, recently adding nonsurgical procedures such as skin care, neurotoxins, fillers and other treatments that complement surgery options. Tabitha Strickland, a registered nurse specializing in injections such as Botox and Juvéderm, was added to the staff for such procedures. "Tabitha is doing Botox and similar injections, and it's becoming a growing part of our practice. She has had rave reviews on her bedside manner and techniques," says Nordberg. e nonsurgical procedures also include CoolSculpting, which helps freeze unwanted Tabitha Strickland, a registered nurse specializing in injections such as Botox and Juvéderm, was added to the staff of Cape Fear Valley Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. "Dr. Nordberg made me feel comfortable about the entire process. His staff is very professional and put me at ease. Overall, the practice has a great team, and we have a great hospital. I would definitely recommend Dr. Nordberg to anyone and have already done so." – Toye Davis fat cells for a nonsurgical body sculpting, and skin lesion treatment, which deals with skin cancer, sun damage, brown spots, moles and other skin issues. "ere is something for everyone with our skincare line. Our topical treatments are suggested aer an in-depth skin analysis," says Strickland. Tailored treatment For procedures such as Lipo 360, Dr. Nordberg says he can look at the body with a 360-degree improvement in mind, determining what is needed to address the front, side and back of the body, not just one part. "Everyone is a bit different, and we tailor procedures to your body. We get to understand the patient's desires and wants, including addressing rolls on the back, which we call 'bra fat,' or even the flank right above the butt," says Dr. Nordberg. Recent patient Toye Davis, 49, underwent an abdominoplasty, or tummy tuck, with liposuction on her abdomen, flanks and back rolls. "I appreciated his excitement and professionalism from start to finish. Dr. Nordberg made me feel comfortable about the entire process. His staff is very professional and put me at ease. Overall, the practice has a great team, and we have a great hospital. I would definitely recommend Dr. Nordberg to anyone and have already done so," says Davis. Dr. Nordberg says the bottom line is that his practice is about people. "We help people through difficult times or to achieve the results that they want. Our team works well together, and I love coming to work in the morning," said Dr. Nordberg. For initial consultations and appointments, call (910) 829-6588. Cape Fear Valley Plastic Surgery is at 1841 Quiet Cove. Nordberg says diet and exercise cannot always adequately address problems associated with pregnancy, weight gain or loss, and breastfeeding, which can affect confidence and body image.

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