Sure,Botox?can help get rid of your frown lines. But can it treat the reason?why?you?re frowning in the first place? Science is tantalizingly close, at least according to Jason S. Reichenberg, MD, director of dermatology at the University of Texas-Austin and co-author of a study about the correlation between Botox and?depression?that was just? Published in the? Journal… Read More »
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2017 Breast Reconstruction Trends
The American Cancer Society estimates that 252,710 new cases of invasive breast cancer will be diagnosed in the United States in 2017. The quality-of-life and psycho-social benefits of reconstruction after mastectomy are well known. Breast reconstruction accounted for 109,256 procedures in 2016 or 1.9% of all reconstructive procedures. We have observed steady annual growth in breast reconstruction over the… Read More »
How Nicotine Sabotages Plastic Surgery
Not smoking cigarettes before having plastic surgery is good advice. But that doesn’t mean you can reach for a substitute. Nicotine wears several masks that may seem seductively harmless, but don’t let them fool you! Nicotine gum, patches, snuff, chewing tobacco, cigarettes, pipes, cigars, and even trendy e-cigarettes have one thing in common: Nicotine. If… Read More »
Lifeystyle Changes Prior to Plastic Surgery
After months, if not years of looking at yourself in the mirror and tugging on that stubborn pocket of fat, or pulling back loose folds of skin, you may finally feel ready to take the plunge into the world of aesthetic plastic surgery. Mary Cunningham of Smart Beauty Guide spoke with Dr. Michael Edwards, president of… Read More »
Can Liposuction Deliver the Ideal Female Silhouette?
Contrary to popular belief in liposuction is not about removing the optimal amount of fat. What is more important is how much fat is left after surgery to make sure that the natural contours of the body are preserved. Meanwhile, removing too much fat not only destroys the natural contours of the body, but also… Read More »
Women are Opting for Smaller Breast Features
Bigger is no longer considered better when it comes to breast implants. New research conducted by The Plastic Surgery Group shows that women are opting for C-sized implants over DD, and are also opting for smaller nipples and areolae during breast surgeries that allow them to be reshaped and repositioned. “We have seen a 30… Read More »
Get to Educated on Non-Surgical Procedures
TERMINOLOGY If you’ve spent any time surveying the social-media beauty scene, you’re bound to have seen these stunning before-and-afters and the occasional ick-inducing in-process videos. More often than not, these posts throw around phrases that seem to be begging for a dramatic As Seen On TV voice-over . “Non-Surgical!” “No Pain!” “NonInvasive!” “Just 5 minutes!”… Read More »
Skin Care Advice From A Plastic Surgeon
Acne, lines, wrinkles, discoloration? No worries! Walk into any store or spa and you are immediately faced with a plethora of facial skin care products to address any concern you may have ever had about your skin. It is understandable to be overwhelmed by all of these lotions, oils and serums and to leave with… Read More »
Do I Change Breast Implants Every 10 Years?
The short answer is probably not. So if it’s not really necessary, why is it that every patient that researches breast augmentation has come across the magic number of 10? The need to replace breast implants (saline or silicone) every 10 years is based on factual data that has since been slightly misrepresented. Replacing breast… Read More »
Can Fat Return After Liposuction?
There’s a good reason why liposuction is one of the most popular cosmetic treatments in the United States, with 222,051 procedures completed in 2015. Liposuction produces near immediate results, instantly removing unwanted body fat in isolated areas of the body to create the ideal silhouette. Even the fittest of individuals often turn to liposuction to get rid of… Read More »