More Than Just Implants: Fixing Congenital Breast Deformities Through Plastic Surgery
Breast deformities can affect the mammary glands, nipples, and milk lines. Some conditions are so extreme that they are almost completely debilitating. Plastic surgery offers effective solutions to these congenital disorders. Breast enhancement procedures, postmastectomy reconstructions, breast reductions to help relieve aching backs — these are the cosmetic procedures that typically come to mind when ... Read more
When Good Results Turn Bad: Tightening Loose Skin After Liposuction
Many people assume that after undergoing a liposuction procedure they will instantly emerge from their doctor’s office with bikini-ready bodies. However, the reality isn’t always that simple. While it’s true liposuction can always be counted on to remove excess fat from a treated area, the skin that once housed that fat doesn’t just disappear on ... Read more
The Lifespan of a Breast Implant: When Do Implants Expire?
How long do breast implants last? The short answer is 10 years. That’s the average lifespan of a breast implant according to manufacturers. However, it’s not quite that simple. Breast implants wear down over time, but technically “expire” when there’s a rupture (more on this below). At least, that’s when you’ll be forced to do ... Read more
Everything Old Is New: The 411 on Leech Therapy
Imagine sitting back in a tub or laying on a table with leeches attached to your body. Now imagine that you did this to yourself on purpose. Roose Bolton, the villainous lord from HBO’s Game of Thrones, does exactly this on a semi-regular basis. He speaks of leeches being the key to a long life. ... Read more
Plastic Surgery Gone Right: Eight Successful Celebrity Makeovers
Google “celebrity plastic surgery” and you’re likely to see any number of botched nose jobs, extreme boob jobs, and overzealous uses of fillers. However, there are also dozens of examples of celebrity plastic surgery gone right. You just may not notice them because truly successful plastic surgeries tend to be subtle. We invited two highly ... Read more
Manual Lymphatic Drainage and Lymphedema: Treating the Lesser Known Risks of Major Surgery
Breast cancer and it’s associated treatments are challenging enough without having to worry about painful and sometimes debilitating complications. If you’ve had surgery or radiation therapy to treat your breast cancer, you might notice some puffiness in your underarm area, arms, or hands. This may not seem like much at first– just some swelling as ... Read more
Liposuction and Weight Loss: A Hard Look at Recovery and Results
Despite being the most popular cosmetic surgical procedure in the United States in 2016, liposuction remains a consistently misunderstood treatment. As the popularity of liposuction grows, it’s important to set the record straight about what it’s intended to accomplish, and how to keep looking your best. We’ve taken the time to explore some of the ... Read more
Complete Guide to Eyebrow Microblading: Costs, Results, and Aftercare
Looking for a hassle-free, natural-looking way to fill out your sparse, wispy eyebrows? Microblading may be the solution you’ve been waiting for. Maybe those brows of yours have been damaged by stress, a burn, or years of being messed with. Or perhaps you wish they were just a little fuller or more shapely. Either way, ... Read more
Post-Operative Exercise: Knowing When to Get Moving and When to Wait
The right exercise at the right time can help post-surgery recovery. Be careful about how and when you exercise, even after procedures as non-invasive as Botox. Fat-blasting procedures are only part of solution: learn what you need to do to keep looking your best. Although doctors highly recommend that patients slowly ease into their exercise ... Read more
Is Coffee Bad for Your Skin? These Little-Known Facts Could Change Your Morning Routine
Is coffee good for your skin, or is it not? One minute you’re hearing that the dehydrating effects of caffeine will cause fine lines and wrinkles, and the next minute someone’s telling you how a little dehydration is just the ticket for smooth skin. So, which is it? Unfortunately, there are several confusing and downright ... Read more