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
Can You Reduce the Size of Your Breast Implants?
Having breast augmentation surgery to increase the size of your breasts can be an emotional journey. In most cases, women enjoy the results as they navigate life with a larger breast size. They’re pleased with the way clothes fit better and their increased confidence. But there are occasions when the increased breast size is not
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.
What Is Blepharoplasty?
Once upon a time, you probably didn’t think twice about rubbing your eyes after a long night or when you were feeling sleepy. But then you got older. (It happens to the best of us.) Now you might be noticing your eyes don’t look as big and bright as they once did. You may
The Latest Advances in Minimally Invasive Cosmetic Procedures
Just as in about every other industry on the planet, technology is making itself known in the field of plastic surgery. One area where it’s been particularly influential is in the latest advances in minimally invasive cosmetic procedures. Technology has ushered in a new evolution of cosmetic procedures that are safer and more precise
Top Questions About Chin Implant Surgery
How do you feel about your reflection when you look in the mirror? Some folks are pleased with their reflection straight on but aren’t satisfied with how it looks from the side. This is usually because of issues with the chin losing definition and blending in with the neck. Fortunately, there are chin augmentation
Having Plastic Surgery Is YOUR Decision
The decision to have plastic surgery can be polarizing. And it’s not unusual for family and friends to want to weigh in on your decision. Plastic surgeons frequently encounter scenarios where patients bemoan the misgivings of family and friends who, for various reasons, are against the patient having surgery. It’s important to understand that
SkinMedica and Growth Factor Technology
If you’re looking for groundbreaking scientifically based skincare products that slow the aging process by healing the skin from within, then you’ll want to try SkinMedica. Established in 1999, SkinMedica began the development of growth factor technology just one year later in 2000 with a patent that proved to be revolutionary in age defense
Medical Tourism Is Risky Business
Have you been long considering changing something about your appearance? You’re not alone. Yet, finances are tight for many of us these days. And since health insurance doesn’t cover most plastic surgery procedures, folks are turning to medical tourism as what they believe is the ideal solution for finding plastic surgery at a discount.
