Breast Implant Scars: How to Minimize Their Appearance
Postoperative breast implant scarring is one of the most common concerns among women who are considering breast augmentation. Fortunately, there are many precautions that can be taken — both prior to and after surgery — that should minimize breast implant scars and make sure they’re all but invisible to just about everyone. We recently spoke ... Read more
Is Breast Implant Illness Real? Doctors Discuss Symptoms and Recovery
In recent years, several women have reported that their breast implants were making them very ill. Many have taken to online groups devoted to exposing what they call breast implant illness. A small, but vocal, group of plastic surgeons believes that the concerns over breast implant illness (BII) are merited, at least in some cases. ... Read more
Breast Lift Without Surgery: Does It Really Work?
The relentless march of time paired with gravity’s unyielding pull casts a shadow over the beauty of breasts, presenting a challenge many women wish to overcome. As years pass, the once youthful elasticity of breast tissue diminishes, leading to stretching and a downward journey known as breast ptosis, more commonly referred to as breast sagging. For those ... Read more
Do You Have Back Dimples? If So, Thank Your Gene
Back dimples are a popular trend right now. Whether it’s an aesthetic that speaks to you or not, you’ll probably be tempted to check your back in the nearest mirror after reading this article.
What Is a FUPA? Meaning, Exercises, Pictures, and Surgery
Have you ever heard the term FUPA and wondered what it means? FUPA, a slang abbreviation for the Fatty Upper Pubic Area, refers to excess fat in the pelvic region. This area, also known as panniculus or pannus, is located between the belly button and the mons pubis. But what causes a FUPA, and why ... Read more
Thigh Liposuction: Recovery, Cost, And Results
Thigh liposuction can effectively remove excess fat, giving the legs and hips a more proportioned contour. Stubborn “saddlebags” and fat that causes the inner thighs to rub against each other are among the most common aesthetic concerns. This fat can even lead to chafing, which can make normal exercise uncomfortable. Luckily, thigh liposuction might just ... Read more
Does Rogaine Work? Review, Before and After, Side Effects, and Results
What is Rogaine (minoxidil)? Minoxidil was initially used to treat high blood pressure until it was discovered that a side effect of the medication is its ability to stimulate new hair growth. This compound is the active ingredient in the popular hair loss treatment, Rogaine. Although the evidence is solid for Rogaine’s efficacy in preventing ... Read more
Cosmetic Treatments for a Gummy Smile: From Botox to Lip Surgery
If you’re self-conscious about your gummy smile, you’ll be grinning from ear-to-ear when you discover that there are several cosmetic treatments available to address the issue. Most people incorrectly assume that the only options to correct excess gum tissue are surgical procedures performed either by a periodontist, a cosmetic dentist or an oral surgeon. However, ... Read more
Breast Augmentation: Types, Surgery, Recovery, and Cost
What is a breast augmentation? A breast augmentation is a surgical procedure performed to increase the size and volume of the breasts, either by inserting implants under the breast tissue, or by grafting fat harvested from other parts of the body into the breast tissue, itself. Breast augmentation with breast implants is by far the ... Read more
Gummy Bear Implants: The Pros and Cons of Cohesive Gel Implants
Gummy bear implants promise to give breast augmentation patients a more natural look with fewer complications. Form-stable implants, also known as gummy bear or teardrop-shaped implants, are a compelling option for women seeking a low-risk breast augmentation technique, with a wide range of natural-looking shapes and sizes to choose from. Here are the pros and cons of ... Read more