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Injectables and its Types: Guide
Considering cosmetic procedures have become a trend among the population to acquire healthier, younger-looking skin instantly. There are a wide variety of cosmetic treatments offered, ranging from invasive to non-invasive procedures. While considering cosmetic procedures, it would be wise to look at the options that would best suit your needs. In the recent past, non-invasive ... Read more
Zwivel’s Complete Guide to Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass Surgery
Roux-en-Y gastric bypass is a type of bariatric surgery used to treat severe obesity. It is also the most common bariatric procedure performed in United States, and is considered by some surgeons to be the gold standard of weight-loss surgeries. How is Roux-en-Y surgery performed? There are several variations of gastric bypass procedures, which can be ... Read more
Weight Loss Surgery: Which Procedure is Right for You?
Weight loss surgery is a legitimate option for many people who are obese, especially those who suffer from weight-related medical conditions and for whom dieting or lifestyle changes have proven ineffective. Various procedures can be considered, depending on the individual’s specific health concerns and finances. In this article we take a look at a few of ... Read more
The Stages of Wound Healing: How to Speed Up Recovery After Plastic Surgery
Speedy recovery after plastic surgery depends strongly on your lifestyle habits, choice of plastic surgeon, and actions pre-and post-surgery. Though the healing process will vary depending on the procedure — tummy tucks and rhinoplasty are quite different after all — here’s what you need to know to help ensure the best results after your cosmetic procedure. The ... Read more
Penile Lengthening: How Far for an Inch?
Held by many as a sign of masculinity, there’s never been a shortage of men wishing they had a larger penis. While claims stating pills, various gadgets and medical procedures can increase penis size, at present no perfectly reliable method exists. Many options provide no benefits at all, while others require extensive work that may ... Read more
5 Plastic Surgery Charities That Are Making a Difference
For millions of people around the world, plastic surgery is about more than simply enhancing one’s physical appearance. It’s a gateway to living a happier, healthier and more productive life – particularly for those living with congenital facial and dental conditions. Except corrective surgery isn’t always a feasible option, especially in developing or impoverished nations ... Read more
Hymen Restoration: Outrageous Anachronism or Life-Saving Procedure? The Vaginal Rejuvenation
Named for Hymenaeus, the Greek God of marriage, the hymen is a thin vaginal membrane that forms during embryonic development. Its biological significance is unknown. Both the shape and prominence of the hymen varies from woman to woman, with some being born with no hymen at all. The hymen usually tears at some stage of ... Read more
Sebaceous Cyst Treatment and the Dangers of Home Removal
Laymen and medical professionals alike often erroneously use the term “sebaceous cyst” to refer to a range of cysts with similar qualities. Here’s what you need to know about these fairly common skin growths — before taking matters into your own hands. What is a Sebaceous Cyst? In most cases “sebaceous cyst” refers to an ... Read more
Trigger Finger Surgery: Options for Damaged Digits
Trigger finger isn’t dangerous. However, it can be more than just a nuisance. For those who rely on their hands for their work, it can truly hamper one’s performance. But even for people who don’t need their hands in order to do their jobs, the condition is most certainly unpleasant and compromising. What Is Trigger ... Read more