Till recently, women considering breast implant surgery could choose from FDA-approved saline, silicone and gummy bear implants. In November 2014, the FDA approved a new option - the IDEAL implant which blends the best aspects of its counterparts. In fact, this new...
Plastic Surgery – Have Realistic Expectations
If you are considering plastic surgery, the most important thing is to understand what it can and cannot do for you. It cannot stop the aging process or reverse it. Aging is natural. However, when performed by an experienced plastic surgeon, a cosmetic surgical...
New Study Recommends Autologous Fat Grafting for Calf Augmentation and Reshaping
Implant-based calf augmentation is the conventional procedure for improving the appearance of the legs and correcting discrepancies in appearance between legs due to deformities, infections, or trauma. According to a new study published in the Aesthetic Surgery...
Dealing with Excess Skin after Bariatric Surgery
Excess skin is a common problem after bariatric surgery. Men and women may achieve the targeted weight loss a few months after the surgery, but many are disappointed with their appearance due to the sagging skin that remains. Getting rid of that excess skin is...
Resuming Normal Activities after Plastic Surgery
Many people are now utilizing the possibilities that plastic surgery offers to improve on their features, look more youthful, and boost their confidence. One of the questions that potential candidates ask is “How long will recovery take and when can I get back to...
The ‘Ideal’ Approach to Breast Augmentation
Women seeking breast enhancement now have several options to choose from to meet their goals safely and effectively. While women can now have their breasts enlarged using their own tissue, augmentation with saline or silicone gel implants is still the most popular...
Not Just Moms, Dads are Getting Makeovers Too
Mommy makeovers are now a popular trend, with more and more women looking to restore their pre-pregnancy figure and youthful looks. Pregnancy causes several undesirable physical changes and it is no wonder that women seek to resolve them with cosmetic surgery. The...
How Does the IDEAL Implant Work?
The IDEAL implant is the latest innovation in the field of breast augmentation. This novel implant is uniquely designed to meet the goals of aesthetics as well as safety. It is saline filled for safety and comes with an innovative internal structure that provides a...
Survey Finds Fat Grafting a Popular Technique in Facelift Surgery
The use of the patient’s own fat from areas such as abdomen, back or thighs to add volume to other areas is now a widely accepted modality in cosmetic surgery. The results of a survey which was reported in the July issue of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery indicate...
Why More Women are Expressing Interest in Mommy Makeovers
Most women take pride in maintaining a youthful, attractive appearance, which enhances their confidence and self-esteem. Having children is indeed a blessing, which women look forward to. However, pregnancy, childbirth and breast feeding can take a toll on a woman’s...