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  • The Nightmare of AI Face for Plastic Surgeons

      Patients have always come to plastic surgery centers in hopes of achieving a certain aesthetic. During their consultation with a board-certified plastic surgeon, they discuss different pathways to their goals to make an informed decision. That’s changing lately. With AI being all the rage, there’s a new trend that’s become very troubling for plastic…

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  • What Is the 45-55 Rule for Breast Volume?

      When you think about the words ‘breast augmentation,’ it sounds very clinical. Yet, during the procedure, plastic surgeons strive to give breasts a natural versus ‘augmented’ look. In the early days of breast augmentation, the surgery was sometimes noticeable. Especially in the case of implants, where they often looked like cereal bowls under the…

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  • Are You Familiar with Comprehensive Contouring?

      When patients inquire about liposuction with plastic surgeons, they’re often focused solely on fat reduction. And yes, it’s great for that. But one of the most important factors for liposuction success is dependent on how well the skin adapts. When the skin is unable to retract after surgery, it can negatively impact contour and…

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  • Do GLP-1 Medications Affect Surgical Risks?

      Many people are taking GLP-1 medications to treat diabetes and other illnesses. And they’ve been largely successful with the medication. One of the benefits of GLP-1 medications that many didn’t expect, however, is weight loss. Some patients on this medication have experienced serious weight loss. And while this can be exciting, patients may be…

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  • Important Considerations Before a Brow Lift

      When you glance in the mirror, are you frustrated by heaviness around the brow or wrinkling across the forehead? Perhaps you’ve gone as far as using your fingers to manually draw up your brows. (Yeah, that’s a thing.) Whatever the case, that heavy brow can leave you looking much older than you truly are.…

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  • The Rules for Swimming After Plastic Surgery

      Here in Southeast Michigan, we have a short window of time where we can enjoy a good swim in the great outdoors. If you’re an avid swimmer, you know that mid to late spring starts the countdown to taking that first plunge. You may also know that mid to late spring is also the…

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  • Was There Plastic Surgery in Ancient Egypt, India, and Greece?

      Self-improvement has always been a component of being human. So it may not be surprising to find out that there was plastic surgery in ancient Egypt, India, and Greece. Of course, it only mildly resembled what we call plastic surgery today. Even so, the human desire to constantly improve by restoring form and function…

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  • The Most Common Questions About Gynecomastia

    The Most Common Questions About Gynecomastia Men with large breasts are often self-conscious about their appearance. The embarrassment may be so severe that they withdraw from friends, work, and even the activities that they normally enjoy. This condition is known as gynecomastia, which translates from the Greek for “woman-like breasts.” And up to 65% of middle-aged and older…

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  • What’s the Pre-Wedding Timeline for Plastic Surgery?

      Are you planning a wedding this year? If so, you’re probably mired in preparations. From booking the venue to hiring the photographer and setting the seating chart, there’s so much to think about to make your day perfect. Of course, you’ve likely given your appearance significant consideration. Perhaps you’re upping your diet and exercise…

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  • Choosing Plastic Surgery Over Bone Smashing 

    One of the newer online trends on TikTok and Instagram is something called bone smashing. And yeah, it’s exactly as it sounds. Young men, in particular, are claiming to change facial bone structure by causing repeated trauma to their cheeks, jawline, and/or chin. And it’s all part of the looksmaxxing philosophy. The core goal of looksmaxxing is to achieve a very specific masculine facial ideal, with a heavy emphasis on a sharp, defined jawline.…

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  • The Nightmare of AI Face for Plastic Surgeons

      Patients have always come to plastic surgery centers in hopes of achieving a certain aesthetic. During their consultation with a board-certified plastic surgeon, they discuss different pathways to their goals to make an informed decision. That’s changing lately. With AI being all the rage, there’s a new trend that’s become very troubling for plastic…

  • What Is the 45-55 Rule for Breast Volume?

      When you think about the words ‘breast augmentation,’ it sounds very clinical. Yet, during the procedure, plastic surgeons strive to give breasts a natural versus ‘augmented’ look. In the early days of breast augmentation, the surgery was sometimes noticeable. Especially in the case of implants, where they often looked like cereal bowls under the…

  • Are You Familiar with Comprehensive Contouring?

      When patients inquire about liposuction with plastic surgeons, they’re often focused solely on fat reduction. And yes, it’s great for that. But one of the most important factors for liposuction success is dependent on how well the skin adapts. When the skin is unable to retract after surgery, it can negatively impact contour and…

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