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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
Labiaplasty: Why Women Are Getting Genital Cosmetic Surgery
Labiaplasty is one of the most recent and controversial plastic surgery procedures — and also among the fastest-growing. The American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery notes that the number of labiaplasties — cosmetics procedures performed to eliminate excess skin, thus improving the outward appearance of the vagina — increased by 44 per cent in 2013, making ... 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
Complete Guide to Areola and Nipple Reconstruction: Techniques, Recovery, and Cost
This guide outlines the choices available when considering nipple and areola reconstruction, and what you can expect in this final phase of breast cancer recovery. A breast cancer diagnosis represents a traumatic time for any woman and her family. The combination of fear, pain, and grief can deeply affect a person, and even after a ... Read more
How to Fix a Crooked Nose: Causes and Surgical Approaches
When performed by an experienced plastic surgeon, rhinoplasty can successfully address the functional and aesthetic concerns caused by a crooked nose. We spoke to Dr. Alexander Ovchinsky, a respected board-certified facial plastic surgeon based in Short Hills, New Jersey, about the technical challenges of surgically repairing a deviated nose. Dr. Ovchinsky’s scope of practice involves ... Read more
Buffalo Hump Removal: Liposuction and Beyond
If you’ve got extra fat that appears to bulge up behind the neck and shoulders, you may have what’s known as a buffalo hump. What is a buffalo hump, you ask? It’s simply the buildup of extra fat along the back and upper neck, creating the appearance of a protruding hump. This fatty protrusion can ... Read more
Saying Goodbye to Sagging Jowls: The Best Surgical and No-Knife Treatment Options
What are jowls? Jowls are the areas of skin and tissue on your face that sag below your chin or jawline. They appear on almost everyone as they age, and become increasingly visible as time goes by. Genetic predisposition is one known factor for pronounced jowls. Oftentimes, you can look at your older family members to get ... Read more
Angry Resting Face Is A ‘Syndrome’, And Plastic Surgeons Have The Cure
Remember that super-viral Bitchy Resting Face Public Service Announcement? It was all in good fun, parodying serious PSAs to warn the public about women who suffer from a perpetual scowl, but the condition is actually a serious problem for a lot of people. If you look disgruntled when you’re actually smiling on the inside, we ... 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
Duodenal Switch Surgery: Is This the Weight Loss Surgery for You?
What is Duodenal Switch Surgery? Duodenal switch surgery, also known as biliopancreatic diversion with duodenal switch (BPD-DS) or gastric reduction duodenal switch (GRDS), is a two-part bariatric surgery that helps patients reduce hunger, lose weight, and treat conditions such as sleep apnea and diabetes. The procedure is considered both restrictive (it restricts the amount of ... Read more