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
The Emotional Changes With Plastic Surgery
If you’re considering changing your appearance through a surgical procedure, you may not be aware of the possible emotional changes with plastic surgery. There’s no need to worry. This is completely normal. Even so, it’s best to go into your procedure with the understanding that the operation could temporarily stir up some emotions. Here’s what
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
The Low-Down on Endonasal Septoplasty
Many of us have a crooked septum to some degree. But when the septum is very crooked, it can block one side of the nose and reduce airflow. At this point, it’s known as a deviated septum. And if you have one, you may have difficulty breathing through one or even both nostrils. Fortunately,
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
Should You Use Lymphatic Massage After Plastic Surgery?
If you’re preparing for plastic surgery, you’ve probably read up on what to expect during recovery. What you may not have encountered is information on the benefits of getting a lymphatic massage after plastic surgery. Especially in the case of liposuction procedures. So we’ll take a look at this great resource that, when used
Is It Possible to Skip Narcotics After Plastic Surgery?
While the opioid epidemic has lessened to some degree, it has created an awareness of the dangers of narcotics. As such, some patients considering elective plastic surgery decide against it because of their desire to avoid narcotics after surgery. Plus, some patients have a history of addiction and are reticent to use Percocet, Norco,
Correcting Asymmetry with Plastic Surgery
When posing for a picture, do you have a favorite side? Most of us do because we’re all at least a little asymmetrical. While developing in utero, fluctuations in gene expression lead to this asymmetry. Then life happens and other reasons for asymmetry may arise. For many of us, this isn’t a big deal.
