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  • 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…

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  • How to Find the Best Bras After Breast Augmentation

      If you’re considering breast augmentation, then you may have heard that finding the best bras after breast augmentation can be a bit daunting. After all, there are so many from which to choose. It doesn’t have to be a big to-do, though. By listening to your surgeon, your body, and respecting each stage of…

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  • 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…

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  • 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,…

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  • 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…

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  • 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,…

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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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  • 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.…

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  • Is It Possible to Remove a C-Section Scar?

      There’s no arguing that pregnancy is hard on a woman’s body. As such, many women decide to undergo a mommy makeover to restore their pre-pregnancy appearance. The procedure includes removing sagging skin, eliminating stretch marks, and creating a more contoured silhouette. In addition to all of this, you could also completely remove a C-section…

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  • The Benefits of Dermal Fillers for Acne Scars

    Although acne is a common skin condition, that doesn’t mean there’s no emotional impact in dealing with it and the scars it can leave behind. Luckily, plastic surgeons and skin specialists alike have been successful in using dermal fillers for acne scars. Dermal fillers add volume to the skin to raise the depressed areas.  …

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