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Can You Reduce Your Breast Size Through Diet and Exercise?
If you’re unhappy with your breast size, you’re not alone. Studies show that the majority of women are dissatisfied with their breasts. But it’s not always a case of the “bigger is better” mindset. A new study on breast health revealed 31% of the women surveyed wished they had smaller breasts. Why Some Women May ... Read more
Fixing a Broken Nose: Don’t Try This at Home
Nasal fractures vary in severity. You could just experience mild pain and bruising, or wind up with a permanently crooked nose and a deviated septum. A severe break will likely require correction with surgery (rhinoplasty or septoplasty). A nasal fracture may also entail secondary complications, such as neck injury and damage to the nasal cartilage. ... Read more
How to Reduce Swelling After Plastic Surgery
Post-surgical swelling is unavoidable, as the body’s natural response to injury is to trigger an inflammatory process that promotes healing. Here’s what you should expect following some of the most common plastic surgery procedures, and steps you can take to help expedite recovery. Swelling After Breast Augmentation Breast augmentation surgery causes mild to moderate swelling. What you ... Read more
Hydrogel Butt Injections: How Bad Can They Be?
In the never-ending quest for the perfect derriere, a myriad of back-alley butt injections have hit the scene. Their promise to lift and plump without so much as a single incision, anesthesia or any recovery period appeals to those seeking a fuller, rounder behind. However, illegal or unsafe butt enhancement procedures come with some serious ... Read more
Dermatochalasis: What It Is and How It’s Treated
What Is Dermatochalasis? Dermatochalasis refers to drooping, loose skin in the upper (most common) and lower eyelid. It is one of several conditions associated with baggy eyelids, in addition to: Dermatochalasis can be congenital (present at birth) but is more commonly a natural result of the aging process. People usually notice droopy eyelids in their ... Read more
Surgical and Non Surgical Options for an Upturned Nose
An upturned or over-rotated nose can appear unusually small when compared to other facial features, creating a subtle imbalance. In such cases a skilled plastic surgeon can both lengthen the nose and push its tip downward, providing significant aesthetic improvements. Heredity, Accidents, and Botched Procedures Dr. Albert Dabbah, a board-certified plastic surgeon based in Boca Raton, FL, ... Read more
Vaginal Rejuvenation: Enter the Designer Vagina
Brandi Glanville recently boasted about having it done, and the Kardashian sisters love it too. Thanks to reality TV, we now know that it exists, and yet it seems like no plastic surgery procedure remains more taboo than vaginal rejuvenation. In fact, several surgeons declined my requests to be interviewed for this article. The American Society of Plastic ... Read more
Cheap Plastic Surgery? Think Twice Before Bargain Hunting
When it comes to plastic surgery, don’t get caught up in the allure of bargain shopping. They may seduce your pocketbook, but strip mall cosmetic procedures and plastic surgery vacation getaways to foreign countries are filled with potential peril. The Celebrity Effect Cosmetic surgery generates 15 billion dollars in annual revenue each year in the ... Read more
Light Up The Room With A Grin Lift: Plastic Surgery To Make You Smile
A smile lights up a face, signaling warmth, trust, and inviting conversation. It plays an important part in human interaction. For those with less than adequate smiles, there is a solution—and it’s a permanent one. Also known as the corner lip lift or smile surgery, the grin lift will give you an eternally friendly expression. ... Read more
Are My Nipples ‘Normal’? 11 Common Nipple Variations
Nipples come in many different shapes and sizes. No matter if your nipples are pointy, flat, inverted, or something else, chances are they’re completely normal. The only time that you should worry about your nipples is when their shape or appearance changes, since this could be a sign of breast cancer. Otherwise, they’re probably just ... Read more