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Technological Advances in Plastic Surgery

December 26, 2023

Although there is some question about whether technology benefits every industry, technological advances in plastic surgery continue to take procedures to new heights. While tech has gone the distance in advancing every aspect of plastic surgery, it’s been especially beneficial for patients seeking to enhance their appearance in new and exciting ways. Plus, with…
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Do Teens Get Plastic Surgery?

December 18, 2023

The quick answer is yes. But the number of teens who opt for plastic surgery is not huge. This leads to the bigger question – should teens get plastic surgery? Many surgeons won’t perform procedures on patients under the age of 21. And there are many reasons for this. Then there are procedures that…
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How Plastic Surgery Improves Quality of Life

December 11, 2023

When patients consider plastic surgery, it can be for any number of reasons – from physical to mental and emotional. They often overlap. After all, some patients who want to improve physical features that cause embarrassment find increased self-confidence and enhanced body image post-op. So yes, plastic surgery improves quality of life. And with…
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What to Expect – Recovering From a Tummy Tuck

December 4, 2023

Abdominoplasty, better known as a tummy tuck, is one of the most popular plastic surgeries performed in the world. It’s no wonder – given what an effective procedure it is for body contouring. Even so, recovering from a tummy tuck requires patience, diligence, and the ability to deal with some discomfort. There are many…
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Pioneers In Plastic Surgery – Johannes “Jan” Fredericus Samuel Esser

November 27, 2023

If you’ve never heard of Johannes “Jan” Fredericus Samuel Esser, you’re not alone. There’s the off-chance that you know him as the man who coined the term “stent” for the dental impression compound created by English dentist Charles Stent for facial reconstruction. It would later be used to expand constricted tubes of body tissue.…
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Was There Cleft Palate Surgery in the 19th Century?

November 20, 2023

Surprisingly, there is evidence of cleft lip and palate surgery as far back as 390 BC in China. The Egyptians and Greeks also developed cleft palate ‘surgical’ techniques, though no descriptions of these remain. There are descriptions of operations on cleft lip in the Middle Ages, and further evidence of cleft lip repairs pop…
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The Lowdown on Scar Revision

November 13, 2023

If you’re an adult and you’ve lived life at all, chances are you have a scar. It’s the body’s way of healing after an injury, infection, inflammation, or surgery. A scar consists of fibrous tissue that can be anywhere on the body. It might be flat, sunken, colored, or lumpy. Someone with a flat…
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What to Expect: Healing After Breast Implant Removal

November 7, 2023

If you had a breast implant in the past, there are many reasons you may be opting for breast implant removal. That’s nobody’s business but your own. When an implant is removed, it’s known as explant surgery. And yes, it is surgery. So just as with any surgery, that means you can expect recovery…
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Which Plastic Surgery Procedures Require More PTO?

October 30, 2023

Any time you have surgery, some (if not a lot) of your body’s tissue is manipulated. This means there is always going to be at least a small amount of time for your natural tissue vitality to be restored. Patients considering a procedure who have a full-time job often inquire as to which…
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What To Expect – Bruising After Rhinoplasty

October 23, 2023

Having any kind of surgery is a serious commitment. An honest and ethical surgeon will always provide full disclosure about what to expect after a procedure. While bruising is common after many procedures, the bruising after rhinoplasty can be particularly remarkable. Especially in cases where the procedure is more extensive. Understanding that bruising is the…
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