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  • What Is Body Dysmorphic Disorder?

      Most of us have some aspect of our bodies that we wouldn’t mind changing. It could be a little extra belly fat, drooping eyelids, or sagging skin. Plastic surgeons can address fixes like these to satisfy their patients and give them new confidence. There is a small percentage of the population, however, who never…

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  • What Is Otoplasty?

      If you scan through a class picture of elementary school children, you’re bound to see one or two kids with some sort of ear abnormality. For many of these kids, their ‘unusual’ ears are a source of embarrassment. Some of them grow into adulthood without the issue being addressed and are forced to navigate…

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  • What Is Scar Revision?

      Having a scar is seen by some as a ‘battle wound’ of which to be proud. For others though, a scar can be an embarrassing aberration or even something which compromises their ability to function. Fortunately for the latter group, there are multiple scar revision procedures available to improve cosmetic appearance and/or restore function.…

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  • Pioneers of Plastic Surgery – Dr. Harold Gillies

      The long-term disabilities from World War I were overwhelming. Many men came off the battlefield quite disfigured. Not only were they in pain, but the disfigurement impacted their prospects for work. And the government offered little financial or social support. Fortunately, pioneering surgeons like Dr. Harold Gillies were changing the face (literally) of surgery…

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  • Is There Plastic Surgery for Congenital Anomalies?

      If you’re not familiar with the term congenital anomalies, you may know them better as birth defects. Whatever the case, they are defined as structural or functional anomalies that occur in utero. Some of these defects can be very serious and difficult, if not impossible, to resolve. Fortunately, there is plastic surgery for congenital…

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  • 4 Myths About Plastic Surgery

      With the onslaught of reality television shows and social media posts that put an emphasis on external beauty, the demand for plastic surgery procedures is on the rise. Some view plastic surgery as the be all end all fix for all their problems. It is, of course, NOT that. And any surgeon making this…

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  • Are There Different Breast Implant Placement Options?

      If you’re considering breast augmentation, you’ve probably researched different types of implants, and started thinking about the size you want. But did you know that there are different breast implant placement options too? (Great! Another thing to think about!) This is a good thing, though. To get the most natural look for your breast…

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  • Can Vaginal Laxity Be Repaired?

    Okay. Vaginal laxity may not be the topic of conversation at the dinner table. But if you’re not familiar with the term, it’s a condition whereby the tissues outside the vagina loosen. This can lead to problems with the tissues twisting or even escaping the labia. For many women who experience vaginal laxity, it can…

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  • What Is a Mini Tummy Tuck?

      Are you frustrated with excess fat or skin around your lower abdomen beneath your belly button? Have you tried diet and exercise as a solution and they’re not working? Perhaps you’re already familiar with the tummy tuck procedure and feel like that’s more than you need. If so, then you’re one of the countless…

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  • What Makes Anesthesia Riskier?

      For some people, the idea of surgery is less daunting than the notion of being anesthetized. But the truth is, anesthesia is safer now than it’s ever been. The vast majority of people react very well to anesthesia. And for many procedures – plastic surgery included – you wouldn’t want to be without it.…

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  • Is Awake Cosmetic Surgery Right for You?

    For patients considering a specific cosmetic procedure, advances in local anesthesia techniques along with surgical protocols have made it possible for them to remain conscious throughout the surgery. This is known simply as awake cosmetic surgery. Sounds crazy, right? What could be the advantages of being awake during a surgical procedure? Well, there are many.…

  • Are There Breast Changes As a Result of Menopause?

      So much of the literature out there around undesirable changes in a woman’s breast involves pregnancy or, with the increasing popularity of GLP-1s, losing a significant amount of weight. But there are also breast changes as a result of menopause. In fact, shifts in hormones during peri-menopause (the years before actual menopause) can change…

  • Seeking Solutions for an Aging Neck?

      As we age, the skin on our necks can start drawing attention for all the wrong reasons. Women attempt to hide their aging necks by wearing scarves, while men may grow a grizzly beard. Or resort to turtlenecks. Maybe an ascot? All joking aside, the signs of an aging neck can be distressful for…

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