Debunking Myths About Breast Lifts
If you’re experiencing sagging or changes in your breasts’ appearance that are not associated with illness, then a breast lift might be right for you. And you may have questions. A breast lift, known medically as mastopexy, is a plastic surgery procedure that removes excess skin and tightens the surrounding tissue. This raises and reshapes
What Can Affect Wound Healing?
If you’ve been considering a plastic surgery procedure, you’re probably looking forward to the many positive changes it will bring. What you may not have considered, though, is the miracle of wound healing. Most of us take for granted the impressive cascade of events the body orchestrates to heal a wound – whether it’s
Do You Need Eyelid Surgery?
As they say, the eyes don’t lie. And this is no truer than when it comes to showing the signs of aging. Many people are unaware that blepharoplasty, or eyelid surgery, can alleviate many of the aesthetic and functional issues associated with aging eyes. Which may leave you wondering, do you need eyelid surgery?
A History of Fat Grafting
Though you may not know much about it, fat grafting has become increasingly popular in recent years. Board-certified plastic surgeons find it highly effective for reconstructive applications for the breast and face, congenital anomalies, and treating post-radiation and burn injuries. But it’s also effective for a wide variety of aesthetic applications, including breast augmentation,
Weird Facts About Plastic Surgery
Plastic surgery was once a topic reserved for discussion among those in wealthy circles. But now, it’s much more commonplace and available to a wider cross-section of people. Yet, for as much as you may think you know about plastic and cosmetic surgery, you might be surprised to discover some weird facts about plastic
Get Better Lips with Volbella
Have you started noticing fine lines and wrinkles around your mouth? Or perhaps your lips have grown thinner or you can no longer see much of a border around them. It could be that your lips are asymmetrical, turned down at the corners, or simply not the shape and size you desire. Whatever
What Causes Breast Implant Rippling?
The development of breast implants – both saline and silicone – created the foundation for amazing breast augmentation results. Implants go the distance in mimicking the look and feel of natural breast tissue. Yet, under certain circumstances, the soft texture of implants can cause them to visibly wrinkle beneath the skin. This largely avoidable
Exercising After Plastic Surgery
If you’re considering a plastic surgery procedure, you may be wondering about exercising after plastic surgery. There’s no one-size-fits-all post-surgery workout plan. Depending on the type of plastic surgery you have and your general activity level, your surgeon will have recommendations to personalize your plan. Whatever the case, activity is an
Choosing the Right Breast Implant Size
Choosing the Right Breast Implant Size For many women who’ve decided to have breast augmentation, one of the most stressful parts can be choosing the right breast implant size. Why is this? First, what each woman determines as the perfect size for her is a deeply personal decision. Second, in addition to
How Plastic Surgery Can Help Cancer Patients
Plastic surgery often gets a bad rap. And reality TV only glorifies this by portraying it as purely elective procedures sought after by over-the-top people with insane wealth and vanity. This portrayal is not accurate. Sure, plastic surgery goes the distance in providing a flatter belly or a younger face. And that’s great. There’s
