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The beauty of a neck lift

Ariel Frankeny | Freelance Writer Friday, July 26, 2024

A neck lift, also known as a platysmaplasty or lower rhytidectomy, restores youthful contours to the jawline and neck area to reverse the signs of aging.

Breast reductions: A look at this trending procedure and what it entails

Ariel Frankeny | Freelance Writer Tuesday, July 23, 2024

Breast reductions are one of the most highly rated surgeries for patient satisfaction because they offer both pain relief and an aesthetic improvement in one procedure. It's no wonder this procedure has seen a notable boost in popularity during the last several years among women of all ages.

Focus on the eyes: The ins and outs of canthopexy and canthoplasty

Ariel Frankeny | Freelance Writer Thursday, July 18, 2024

Often one of the first features noticed by friends, family and strangers alike, the eyes not only help us see the world around us but can also help the world see who we truly are. This also means that our eyes are often the first place we notice change, especially for those who are seeing signs of aging around their eyes.

Anxious to get in for a plastic surgery consultation? Why patience for patients is a virtue

Alia Willson | Freelance Writer Tuesday, July 16, 2024

In-demand board-certified plastic surgeons in in-demand areas may have packed schedules. Packed schedules mean you may have a bit of a wait before you can get in for your initial consultation.

How young is too young for a facelift?

Daisy Brumby | Freelance Writer Friday, July 12, 2024

In recent years, the starting age for facelift consultations began to skew younger, with many women looking to get a facelift starting in their late 40s. Today, an increasing number of 30-somethings are contemplating facelifts. But is this too young?

Pediatric plastic surgery: A focus on cleft lip and palate repair

Ariel Frankeny | Freelance Writer Wednesday, July 10, 2024

When performing a cleft lip and/or cleft palate repair, the goal is to create an end result with normal closure and no future issues plaguing the patient.

Planning a nonsurgical procedure? What to look for in a med spa

Alia Willson | Freelance Writer Monday, July 8, 2024

With time constraints and price being significant factors for busy individuals wanting to look their best and shave a few years off their appearance, med spas have become increasingly affordable and popular. Med spa is a general term for a facility specializing in aesthetic, nonsurgical treatments.

Is it time to replace your breast implants?

Daisy Brumby | Freelance Writer Friday, July 5, 2024

You might be surprised to learn that breast implants are not a get-it-and-forget-it device. They need to be maintained and even replaced. Whether you already have implants for aesthetic or reconstructive reasons or are considering getting them, they need ongoing monitoring for leaks and typically need to be replaced every 10 to 15 years.

Migraine relief: An exploration of options available to treat migraines and their symptoms

Ariel Frankeny | Freelance Writer Tuesday, July 2, 2024

You may not think of plastic surgeons when it comes to the treatment of migraines, but they actually play a major role in pioneering these groundbreaking procedures for patients who are suffering from debilitating migraines.

Music to your ears: An examination of otoplasty procedures

Ariel Frankeny | Freelance Writer Friday, June 28, 2024

Did you know that there is a solution in the world of plastic surgery to improve the appearance of the ears? Otoplasty, which is a cosmetic ear surgery, boasts one of the highest patient satisfaction rates.

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