Category: lip augmentation | lip implants | postoperative instructions

Postoperative Instructions for Lip Implants

The use of implants for lip augmentation is a surgical procedure that adds permanent volume to the lips. It is done as an office procedure under local anesthesia if done alone or in the operating room under general anesthesia if it is included as part of a collection of other plastic surgery procedures. The Read More…

Preferences in Arm Lift Scar Location and Shapes

Arm lifts, also known as a brachioplasty, is the most effective procedure to reduce the circumferential measurement of the upper for a profound tightening effect. Because it involves a scar, however, its use is usually restricted to the patient who has drooping ‘batwings’ which usually occurs after significant weight loss in women. But even Read More…

Plastic Surgery’s Did You Know? Rhytiphobia and Botox

As we age the development of wrinkles on our faces is inevitable. The motion of the muscles of facial expression eventually cause permanent creases or wrinkles to develop in the skin. For some people wrinkles represent a positive reflecting signs of knowledge and experience. For others they are a sign of losing one’s youth Read More…

Pain Management in Breast Augmentation

Breast augmentation is a very exciting and emotional experience for those women who choose to undergo it. But the immediate after effects of the procedure is that, although the breasts are bigger, it is one that is associated with pain. While there is no such thing as a painless breast augmentation, there are a variety Read More…

Case Study: The Injectable Rhinoplasty

Background: The use of injectable fillers has revolutionized the whole approach to facial rejuvenation, particularly for the early aging patient. It is no surprise that their ease of injection and immediate volumetric effects has led to their use for structural facial changes such as chin augmentation. Such use has even been extended to nose reshaping Read More…

Plastic Surgery Wisdom – Choosing Breast and Facial Implant Size

Aesthetic augmentation using implants is an important part of many cosmetic plastic surgery procedures. Whether it is the breast or different areas of the face, implants are used to make these areas bigger. While there are numerous factors that go into selecting the right implant for the need, the consideration of implant size is Read More…

Case Study: Jaw Angle Augmentation in Facial Asymmetry Correction

Background: Facial asymmetry can occur from a wide variety of bone and soft tissue deficiencies or even, more uncommonly, overgrowths. (hypertrophy) One of the most common components of facial asymmetry occurs in the jawline of the lower face. Growth abnormalities emanate from the rami of the mandible, the meeting point of the vertical and Read More…

The Relationship between Dental Health and Facial Aging

There are many factors that contribute to how one’s face ages and they are well known. But one cause of facial aging is not so apparent…your dental health. At least according to a newsletter that I recently received from a local dentist. According to the newsletter…’untreated dental problems can have dire consequences on oral and Read More…

The Goal and Effectiveness of Asian Blepharoplasty (Double Eyelid Surgery)

A plastic surgery story appeared on the internet and other news venues in regards to TV anchor Julie Chen having had eyelid surgery when she was younger. Other than the fact that she had it and she is highly visible, Asian eyelid surgery or Asian blepharoplasty is very common. It is estimated that ten Read More…