Silicone has many legitimate medical uses. It’s an amazing product that is often used harmlessly within the body. After all, it’s used to create breast, buttock, and even facial implants. Outside of cosmetic medicine, it’s used to treat medical problems such as retinal detachment. So it’s understandable that people might assume that silicone is a… Read More
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How to Make the Most of Your Consultation Before Plastic Surgery
For most people, making a major life decision requires a lot of thought and preparation–it’s not something they rush into. Think about it: how did you make the biggest decisions of your life? When you applied to college, you probably visited the schools you were interested in first, looked over the programs and activities they… Read More
What Not to Do Before Plastic Surgery
You’re ready! You’ve decided to have plastic surgery, such as a breast lift, liposuction or rhinoplasty, and you’ve gone ahead and consulted with a plastic surgeon. The date is set for the surgery and now all that’s left to do is get ready. After you’ve scheduled your surgery, you’re likely to get a list of… Read More
What You Need to Know About Breast Implant Safety
The first modern-day breast augmentation was performed in the 1960s. Since then,, the procedure has become one of the most popular cosmetic surgeries nationwide. The first breast implants were made of silicone, as are many modern implants used today. But silicone implants haven’t always been available. They were taken off of the market in the… Read More
3 Rejuvenating Surgeries That Aren’t a Facelift
When it comes to rejuvenating surgeries, facelifts tend to get most of the attention. While it’s true that a facelift can do a lot to help a person look younger and that it is often the “go to” facial plastic surgery procedure, it’s also true that not every patient is a good candidate for a… Read More
How to Plan a Tummy Tuck
A tummy tuck is a plastic surgery that helps to create a smoother, flatter abdomen. It’s a popular procedure with mothers who are looking to trim away some of the excess skin in their abdomen after pregnancy and is the core surgery of most “mommy makeovers.” Tummy tucks tend to be extensive surgeries that require… Read More
5 Questions to Ask Before Breast Reduction
When a woman’s breasts are very large, they can not only cause physical pain from neck and back strain, they can also cause emotional discomfort. Having large breasts can make it a challenge to find a good-fitting bra in a standard store and may force you to buy clothes that are too big in the… Read More
Your Complete Guide to Liposuction
Liposuction, though extremely popular, is probably one of the most misunderstood plastic surgery procedures of all time. The goal of liposuction is to help shape and contour the body by getting rid of isolated areas of excess stubborn fat. Yet many people assume that it’s a weight loss procedure and that it will lead to… Read More
How Having a Baby Changes Your Breasts
Pregnancy and childbirth change a lot of things about your life. You may have to shuffle your schedule around or leave your job (at least temporarily) to stay home with your new baby. Pregnancy also brings lots of physical changes, including weight gain, stretch marks, and an expanding midsection. While many people focus on the… Read More
Why Following Post-Op Instructions is Essential
Although every plastic surgery is slightly different, one thing that all procedures have in common is that at least a little recovery is necessary after the surgery. Before you go in for surgery, your surgeon should give you a list of post-op instructions. These instructions explain what you should do to optimize healing, lay out… Read More
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