Elan Reisin

  • How Pregnancy Changes Breasts

      If you’re a woman, do you remember a time when you were unencumbered in some way by breasts and moved through life with ease? For most women, this is a distant memory. By the time puberty hit, you were probably well aware that you would be developing breasts – if you weren’t already. These…

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  • A Brief History of Rhinoplasty

      Are you dissatisfied with the appearance of your nose, you may be considering a rhinoplasty, less elegantly known as a nose job. But if you think getting a nose job is new to the 20th century, you’d be mistaken. The history of rhinoplasty dates all the way back to ancient Egypt. Of course, the…

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  • A History of Fat Grafting

      Though you may not know much about it, fat grafting has become increasingly popular in recent years. Board-certified plastic surgeons find it highly effective for reconstructive applications for the breast and face, congenital anomalies, and treating post-radiation and burn injuries. But it’s also effective for a wide variety of aesthetic applications, including breast augmentation,…

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  • 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…

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  • 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…

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  • 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…

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  • Can a Breast Reduction Affect Breastfeeding?

    If you’ve been struggling with the discomfort that comes from having very large breasts, you might be considering decreasing the size. This can be an affirming and life-changing decision for many women. However, if you’re considering this procedure but haven’t finished having children, you might be wondering, can a breast reduction affect breastfeeding? The majority…

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  • What Is the Obagi Blue Radiance Peel?

        Considering a chemical peel but not sure where to begin? The Obagi Blue Radiance Peel is a great place to start your journey. It’s suitable for both mature skin with fine lines as well as oily or acne-prone skin. Another reason this is a good starter chemical peel is it’s light-strength and can be done…

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  • Why Belly Fat Is Harder to Lose

      Is your belly your problem area? Perhaps you’ve been eating well, exercising, and noticing a difference on the scale. Yet, that difference doesn’t seem to be translating to your abdomen. This phenomenon can be so discouraging that you might postulate that belly fat is harder to lose – and then laugh at yourself for…

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  • Natural-Looking Plastic Surgery Results Are In Demand

      There’s no denying that plastic surgery has evolved significantly over the past several decades. As such, what patients seek from their plastic surgery has also changed.   In the early days of modern plastic surgery, many patients were looking for a life-changing transformation that people would stand up and notice. But now, much more…

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      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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