What Can Affect Wound Healing?
If you’ve been considering a plastic surgery procedure, you’re probably looking forward to the many positive changes it will bring. What you may not have considered, though, is the miracle of wound healing. Most of us take for granted the impressive cascade of events the body orchestrates to heal a wound – whether it’s
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,
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
How Body Contouring After GLP-1 Can Help
Have you recently experienced major weight loss after taking a GLP-1 medication such as Ozempic, Wegovy, and Mounjaro? Congratulations on your achievement! Yet, while you’ve effectively reduced body fat, you may now be left with loose, excess skin that’s making it difficult to fully embrace the benefits of weight loss. What’s worse, no amount
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
Questions to Ask Before Your Tummy Tuck
Do you have excess skin or fat around your abdomen, and dieting and exercise aren’t making any difference? If so, you may have decided it’s time to schedule a consultation for abdominoplasty, a.k.a. a tummy tuck. Congratulations! It’s a big decision. And it’s a decision that has probably left you wondering what questions to
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
