Scar formation is the bodies normal healing response to injury. Any break in the outer layers of the skin can lead to a scar. The normal phase of healing includes an inflammatory phase which signals collagen production. Initially, this collagen is immature and is then replaced by a more mature and organized collagen type. Over-production… Read More »
Skin care can be an overwhelming and confusing process. Finding the right skin care products to fit you, your skin, and your lifestyle is challenging; let alone finding a simple yet effective regimen that works. Skin care has be around since ancient Egypt and most products do have roots in botanicals and naturally occurring substances.… Read More »
Mild to moderate facial aging can be seen in the cheek or midface region with loss of volume and volume descent. Flattening of the cheeks, deepening of lines, lower eyelid puffiness and bags, and dark circles under the eye are all signs of midface aging. This aging process not only effects the cheek but the… Read More »
Gummy bear breast implants are fifth generation silicone filled breast implants. Another term used for them is highly cohesive gel silicone breast implants. They are relatively new to the breast implant market, and have been rigorously tested in the United States and used in Europe for many years. The term “Gummy Bear” breast implant is catchy… Read More »
Breast asymmetry is normal in the majority, if not all women. In the women who present for breast enhancement, breast asymmetry should be identified pre-operatively and discussed, but in most cases no correction is warranted. Breast asymmetry does move along a continuum of mild, moderate and severe, and it may vary in size and shape… Read More »
Liposuction is utilized to thin and flatten areas of fat deposits (the pooch, muffin top, saddle bag, rolls etc.). It is a common plastic surgery procedure that is performed through small incisions which can be hidden in skin folds and creases. Liposuction is ideally performed on isolated fat deposits that are difficult to reduce with… Read More »
Weight loss through the help of bariatric surgery can be very effective for the person who struggles with obesity. Surgical weight loss is only one component in successful and long term health maintenance. Lifestyle changes, balanced diet, regular exercise, and support groups all play a role in long term weight stability. Plastic surgery after weight… Read More »
Umbilical or Belly Button hernias are common after pregnancy. During pregnancy the abdominal wall stretches in the midline to accommodate the growing baby. This can leave the abdominal wall with spreading in the midline which is referred to as a diastasis recti, and it can also stretch the umbilical ring which is a natural weakness… Read More »
Reconstruction after Moh’s Surgery is a very common procedure which closes open defects on the face and body left from the micrographic removal of skin cancer. Moh’s surgery is commonly used to completely remove skin cancers, such as basal cell carcinoma, squamous cell cancer, melanoma and dermatofibromas. Moh’s surgery does limit the size of the… Read More »
Volumetric fillers are injectable gels or compounds used to fill and smooth facial lines and creases. The most common type of injectable filler is a hyaluronic acid based gel which is composed of hyaluronic acid bound to itself and supported in water. Hyaluronic acid is a common substance in the human body; when used as… Read More »
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