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  • Wondering How Skin Elasticity Affects Plastic Surgery? 

      If you’re considering plastic surgery, you may be so focused on your desired outcome that you haven’t considered how the elasticity of your skin may affect that outcome.  But you can bet your plastic surgeon certainly has.  The fact is, skin elasticity affects plastic surgery results. Especially when it comes to liposuction. So skin…

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  • The Problems With BMI

      In case you’re unfamiliar, Body Mass Index (BMI) is a screening tool that “tells” whether someone is underweight, overweight, obese, or at a healthy weight. That’s the theory, at least. It’s calculated using a combination of a person’s weight and height. As such, there are some clear problems with BMI. Does Your BMI Say You’re…

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  • Fixing a Double Chin

      Are noticing a fullness under your chin that wasn’t there in the past? You may even have a double chin. Known medically as submental adiposity, it’s not a desirable condition for most people – no matter what you call it. Fortunately, there are many methods for fixing a double chin. Some more extreme than…

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  • How Do I Sleep After a Brazilian Butt Lift?

      Has your butt deflated while you carry extra weight on other areas of your body? You’re certainly not alone. A procedure like a Brazilian Butt Lift can address this issue perfectly. It is a surgery though. And that means there’s a chance you’ll experience some discomfort when attempting to sleep after a Brazilian Butt…

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  • Facial Surgeries Are Trending Younger

      It may come as something of a surprise that there are popular trends in plastic surgery every year. But just like fashion, plastic surgery is influenced by lifestyle, technology, the economy, and cultural shifts. Even if the results are much longer lasting. Interestingly, the most popular facial surgeries are trending younger for 2023. Why…

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  • Is Cosmetic Plastic Surgery for Men Too?

    It may not seem like cosmetic plastic surgery for men is much of a ‘thing.’ After all, men only account for 8% of cosmetic surgery procedures. But according to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS), male cosmetic procedures rose 29% between 2000 and 2018. And post-pandemic numbers are expected to keep rising. It seems…

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  • Skin Sensation Loss After Plastic Surgery

      The age-defying and confidence-boosting results that come from plastic surgery can seem magical. But plastic surgery isn’t a matter of “just add water and stir.” The procedures are exacting and involve the cutting and tightening of the skin. As such, the incisions can cause a temporary skin sensation loss after plastic surgery. Don’t fret.…

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  • What to Expect After Lip Fillers

    Did you know that lip fillers are one of the most popular types of dermal fillers? In fact, they’re more than just popular. According to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, the number of lip filler treatments has increased by more 48% since the year 2000. That’s more akin to world domination. Whatever the case,…

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  • Why Compression After Plastic Surgery?

      When patients make the decision to have plastic surgery, they’re often so excited by the notion of looking and feeling better, they forget about the importance of compression after plastic surgery. ‘Compression garment’ doesn’t exactly scream glamour. But it’s an incredibly useful tool to ensure a quicker and more efficient recovery. Plus, when worn…

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  • Plastic Surgery for Hair Restoration?

      If you’re noticing thinning hair as a result of androgenic alopecia, your first thought is probably NOT that you need plastic surgery for hair restoration. While some plastic surgeons do provide hair transplant procedures and grafting for patients who are bald, it’s not ideal for thinning hair. Plus, the procedure is complicated. For patients…

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