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Oct
Non Invasive Fat Reduction: Fact and Fiction
Despite the extreme cold spell we're experiencing, spring will soon be upon us. With the warmer weather come fewer layers and lighter wardrobe. Women and men are both apt to once again pay attention to some areas of their body that they would like to look better. Target ar...
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Oct
Top Plastic Surgery Statistics Released: American Society of Plastic Surgeons
Today the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) released top line data from the latest 2013 Plastic Surgery Statistics Report (1). The report compiles statistics for cosmetic and reconstructive plastic surgery for the past year performed by plastic surgeons in the US...
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Oct
Beauty Important Motivator for Teenagers: Sunscreen Used to Prevent Aging, Not Cancer
For those of us with teenagers, it comes as no surprise that they are self-conscious about their looks and image, particularly in this age of prevalent social media interactions and selfies. A new study from the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology (1) corroborates this...
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Oct
Finding the Best Value in Cosmetic Surgery – It’s Not About the Cost
New York City is replete with plastic surgeons - bona fide board certified plastic surgeons, facial plastic surgeons who are otolaryngologists with fellowship training in facial plastic surgery, “cosmetic” surgeons who may belong to any medical specialty and may...
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Oct
Better Outcomes of Breast Augmentation Using Silk Coating on Implants
Breast implants are composed of an outer silicone shell and are filled with either saline or silicone gel. When used for breast augmentation or reconstruction, they are surgically inserted into a patient, and cause a normal foreign body response to the implant. A fibrous capsule...
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Oct
The Newest “L” Word in Plastic Surgery: Labiaplasty
Much attention has been paid recently to the labiaplasty procedure, with news stories and reports about its surging popularity. When performed correctly and in carefully selected patients, labiaplasty can improve certain physical characteristics of female genitalia. The term cov...
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Oct
Options To Correct Lower Eyelid Bags
We often start to notice bags under our eyes as one of the earliest signs of aging. This area contains several tissue layers that can manifest changes with passage of time, in addition to possible genetic predisposition to unsightly bulges in our lower lids. Wrinkles appear as a...
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Oct
Making the Most of Wintry Weather
Cold temperatures and blustery wind conditions don't elicit warm thoughts for many of us, but there are some advantages to the winter season when it comes to looking your best. In anticipation of the warmer months, here are a few pointers to help you manage these chilly day...
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Oct
Who Is Your Plastic Surgeon?
Nowadays there seem to be endless possibilities when looking for a qualified physician to perform your plastic surgery. Here are some considerations about different types of physicians whom you might come across when researching who's the best one for you: M.D., D.O., or...
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Oct
Short Scar Breast Reduction: New Study Validates Results
Women who suffer from excessively large and pendulous breasts may consider breast reduction surgery (reduction mammaplasty) to improve their appearance. This procedure reduces the size and volume of the breasts, repositions the nipple into a higher position, removes excess skin...
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