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Rhinoplasty is the Most Popular Plastic Surgery Procedure
The American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) has just released their data for the most popular plastic surgery procedures of 2020 and rhinoplasty (nose reshaping) has emerged as the favorite. Down slightly from 2019 due to the pandemic, there were still…
Read Full PostWill Liposuction Remove Cellulite?
Liposuction is designed to remove stubborn deposits of fat. It can be used on any area of the body, with popular treatment areas including the legs, hips, abdomen, low back, and neck. The procedure can be used to safely eliminate up to ten pounds of fat in a single treatment area, helping to tone and define those areas of the body…
Read Full PostWill a Breast Lift Decrease the Size of My Bust?
Breast lift surgery addresses ptosis (sagging) and nipple position, both of which can result from the process of aging or from fluctuations in breast volume such as accompanies pregnancy and nursing. The amount of ptosis present determines the type…
Read Full PostWill Tummy Tuck Surgery Remove Fat?
Tummy tuck surgery, also known as abdominoplasty, is used to remove excess fat and loose or sagging skin from the midsection of the body. During tummy tuck surgery, liposuction is used on the abdominal…
Read Full PostWill Insurance Cover Breast Augmentation?
Breast augmentation is a cosmetic procedure designed to improve the size and shape of the bust. With augmentation, our board-certified plastic surgeons can address a number of aesthetic issues, including:…
Read Full PostDoes Facelift Surgery Address Turkey Neck?
Turkey neck is the name given to loose skin that can form on the front of the throat as we age. A consequence of diminished elasticity, turkey neck may be exacerbated by things like excessive sun exposure and inadequate skincare. Textural changes to the neck are also sometimes called crepe neck, as the sagging…
Read Full PostMaintaining Your Liposuction Results Now That Summer is Over
Summer is over and, along with it, the inviting and warm days that allow for plenty of healthy recreation outside. If you’ve upped your activity to enhance or maintain your liposuction results, it can be useful to consider indoor activities that can be performed during the cooler…
Read Full PostAre There Different Types of Rhinoplasty?
Rhinoplasty, colloquially known as a nose job, is a cosmetic procedure designed to improve the size, shape, and overall appearance of the nose. The procedure can be used to address myriad aesthetic imperfections such as:
- Nose width
- Nasal tip projection
- Nostril shape
- Humps and bumps on the bridge …
Does Insurance Cover Mommy Makeover Surgery?
Mommy makeover surgery focuses on the parts of the body that are impacted most by pregnancy. Common treatment areas include the legs, hips, buttocks, waist, abdomen, low back, and breasts. Some mommy makeover procedures also include treatments for the arms, neck, and face.
What will…
Read Full PostWill I Lose Weight After a Breast Reduction?
Breast reduction can help improve physical comfort. During breast reduction surgery, heavy, lumpy, and asymmetrical fat and tissue is removed from the breasts before loose and sagging skin is excised. The end result is smaller, more comfortable, and more complimentary breasts that no longer cause back pain…
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