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
Preventative Aesthetics Treatments to Consider in Your 30s
Many millennials have started noticing the first signs of aging in their skin. That’s because collagen starts declining as early as your 30s and this can lead to loss of skin elasticity, fine lines around the eyes, uneven texture, and/or a duller complexion. Fortunately, if you’re starting to notice these signs, there are preventative
The Advantages of Scheduling Plastic Surgery in the Fall
Autumn is a great time to breathe in the cool, fresh air, take a walk among the vibrant leaves, or cozy up to a warm drink and a good book. It’s also a great time to consider a plastic surgery procedure. This might seem counterintuitive. After all, isn’t summer the season for showing off
FDA Approval Vs. FDA Clearance: What’s the Difference?
Most people are familiar with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, also known as the FDA. But did you know the FDA has a role in evaluating the safety and efficacy of products used in cosmetic procedures? When researching different cosmetic procedures, patients are often confused by the terms FDA approval vs. FDA clearance.
What Makes Scars Discolored?
If you’re considering a plastic surgery procedure, you likely know that scarring is inevitable with most surgeries. Fortunately, experienced board-certified plastic surgeons are adept at making these scars far less noticeable or almost invisible. There are incidents of scars taking on red or dark hues, though, compelling patients to ask – what makes scars
What Is Muscle Repair During a Tummy Tuck?
If you’ve been considering abdominoplasty (i.e. a tummy tuck), you might have heard about muscle repair during a tummy tuck as part of the procedure. Most patients seek a tummy tuck to remove excess fat and loose skin for a flatter stomach. They are a common component of a mommy makeover surgery. In some
Reasons to Avoid Ice After Plastic Surgery
Once upon a time, the solution to almost any experience of swelling, pain, or bruising in the body was to ice it. And this is still the case for acute sports injuries – at least at first. Yes, icing does bring down swelling and decreases inflammation. Yet, board-certified plastic surgeons are increasingly telling patients
Is It Possible to Reverse Sun Damage?
If you’re a self-avowed sun worshipper, your skin may now be showing fine lines, wrinkles, skin laxity, and hyperpigmentation as a result. Especially if you didn’t take measures to protect your skin. Even so, while it’s not possible to reverse sun damage, there are advanced treatments that can help decrease signs of sun damage
