Dermal Fillers

The rising popularity of non-hyaluronic acid fillers: What you should know about these biostimulators

Alia Willson | Freelance Writer Thursday, July 31, 2025

While hyaluronic acid fillers are unlikely to be dethroned as one of America's favorite minimally invasive treatment options anytime soon, another type of filler is gaining traction.

The ideal patient for nonsurgical rhinoplasty

Ariel Frankeny | Freelance Writer Thursday, July 10, 2025

Thinking of tweaking your nose but want to skip the surgery? Nonsurgical rhinoplasty might sound like the perfect fix – no scalpels, no downtime, just a few quick injections. However, not everyone is a good fit for this procedure.

How plastic surgery can address "Ozempic face"

Ariel Frankeny | Freelance Writer Tuesday, June 24, 2025

Many people are accelerating their weight loss journeys after recent breakthroughs. These medications are helping patients shed stubborn fat, maintain healthier lifestyles and finally achieve the bodies they've always wanted. But one side effect is getting a lot of attention – the so-called "Ozempic face."

Perfect your pout with a lip flip

Alia Willson | Freelance Writer Thursday, May 29, 2025

At one time, social media platforms were flipping out over filler and how it could create the perfect pout. However, other products and techniques can help add volume and make lips look fuller and oh-so-kissable. The lip flip uses everyone's favorite wrinkle reducer, Botox, to help enhance the appearance and shape of the lips, giving patients luscious lips.

Plastic surgery vs skincare: When does skincare turn into a cosmetic procedure?

Alia Willson | Freelance Writer Wednesday, April 16, 2025

Is "skincare" turning into code for cosmetic procedures? When does skincare, the practice of regularly using products to maintain and improve the appearance of the skin, turn into cosmetic procedures like neuromodulators and fillers? When do minimally invasive procedures like neuromodulators and fillers turn into cosmetic surgery?

Novel uses for Botox and filler

Alia Willson | Freelance Writer Tuesday, March 25, 2025

By now, we all know that Botox helps improve the look of fine lines and wrinkles, and filler can plump our pout and restore volume to the face. What's left to talk about? As it turns out, plenty!

Risks and rewards: What to know about dissolving filler

Alia Willson | Freelance Writer Wednesday, January 15, 2025

Some people want softer, fuller lips, while others want to address the natural volume loss that can occur with aging. However, the results aren't always the ones you expect. Can you change your mind if want your previous face back?

What are the most popular plastic surgery procedures for the holiday party season?

Alia Willson | Freelance Writer Tuesday, November 19, 2024

What are the most popular plastic surgery procedures leading to the holiday party season? Board-certified plastic surgeons have the 411.

Injectable filler in your nipples? The latest trend in breast aesthetics

Alia Willson | Freelance Writer Monday, November 11, 2024

It seems like not that long ago, it was a significant faux pas to let a little nip slip through your blouse. If it was a cold day or the office cranked up the A/C, you better be wearing a thick bra or have packed a sweater to keep from embarrassing yourself with visible nipples showing through your shirt.

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.

All about the lips: An insider overview of lip augmentation procedures

Ariel Frankeny | Freelance Writer Monday, March 18, 2024

For those unhappy with the shape of their lips or their fullness, lip augmentation is a great option to help them achieve the look they are after. From traditional fillers to surgical implants and everything in between, there are many methods and means of lip augmentation to help anyone craft their dream lips.

Spring forward? How about turning back time with injectables?

Alia Willson | Freelance Writer Thursday, March 14, 2024

Board-certified plastic surgeons have plenty of tools to help revitalize your face and help wipe away the appearance of time. Injectables are one of the most potent nonsurgical tools that can help rewind the clock and give you a more youthful and radiant appearance.

This kiss, this kiss: Exploring the love story patients have with lip fillers

Alia Willson | Freelance Writer Wednesday, February 14, 2024

When it comes to smooching, it's no secret that Americans are having a love affair with lip fillers. More than one million people got the procedure last year, according to the 2022 ASPS Procedural Statistics Release. However, does perfecting your pout impact your pucker power?

Golden confidence: Navigating cosmetic procedures in your retirement years

Daisy Brumby | Freelance Writer Wednesday, November 22, 2023

As you enjoy your well-deserved golden years, you may find yourself contemplating the fine lines, wrinkles and other signs of aging that you see when you look in the mirror. Maybe the reflection looking back at you doesn't match your vibrant mental picture of yourself.

Subtle elegance: Achieving natural-looking results after 55

Daisy Brumby | Freelance Writer Friday, November 10, 2023

Imagine stepping out into the world feeling like the best version of yourself, with a refreshed look that doesn't scream, "I've had work done." That's the essence of subtle elegance for mature women. It's about smoothing out the wrinkles, rebuilding lost volume and enhancing the contours of your face to look rejuvenated and natural.

Confidence is timeless: How nonsurgical treatments can enhance your natural beauty at any age

Ariel Frankeny | Freelance Writer Monday, July 10, 2023

For so many of us, we're reaching the age where we are starting to wonder the best way to age gracefully. Whether it's noticing a new fine line forming on your forehead or seeing that your skin isn't quite as vibrant as before, these subtle changes can play into your self-confidence and leave you unsatisfied with your appearance.

Brotox and beyond: Demystifying the rise of male cosmetic injectables

Kayla Peterson | Freelance Writer Wednesday, June 21, 2023

In recent years, the popularity of cosmetic injectable treatments among men has been on the rise. More than ever before, men are turning to procedures like Botox and dermal fillers to achieve a more youthful and refreshed appearance.

Summer body now? What procedures to plan now for the summer body of your dreams

Daisy Brumby | Freelance Writer Monday, April 3, 2023

With summer and wedding season almost here, you might be starting to think about how your body will look as you shed your winter layers. Even if your diet and exercise were on point during the winter months, you might still want to enlist the help of a plastic surgeon to fine-tune your physique in time for the warmer months.

Filler market moves: What's the word on dermal fillers in 2023?

Daisy Brumby | Freelance Writer Tuesday, March 14, 2023

Dermal fillers can restore lost facial volume in the cheeks, plump lips, smooth creases and sculpt faces, making it sought after by those wanting to turn back the hands of time and enhance their features.

Three ways to get rid of turkey neck

Kaitlin Clark | Freelance Writer Monday, May 23, 2022

Visible changes in the neck area tend to appear rather abruptly. One day, everything is fine, your jawline is taut and defined, and the next, something just looks... off.

Six procedures to get now to be summer-ready

Kaitlin Clark | Freelance Writer Tuesday, May 3, 2022

While the pandemic was a rough time for many, it certainly didn't negatively impact the popularity of cosmetic procedures and surgeons are anticipating patient requests will shift slightly as they start to set their eyes on a summer vacation or a beach weekend.

How to get rid of under-eye bags

Gabby Shacknai | Freelance Writer Friday, February 18, 2022

If you've ever stayed up until the early hours of the morning – be it drinking with friends at your favorite bar or finishing up a presentation for work the next day – you're likely familiar with the unwelcome sight of bags under your eyes.

Everything you need to know about hand rejuvenation

Kaitlin Clark | Freelance Writer Monday, December 20, 2021

It’s surprising to many, but one of the first places on our body that begins to show signs of aging is our hands. And if you stop and think about it, perhaps that's not unexpected given the daily beatings our hands take it's no wonder why the skin on our hands would break down first.

Five procedures to get now to be ready for the holidays

Kaitlin Clark | Freelance Writer Tuesday, December 7, 2021

Historically, the holiday season – Halloween through mid-January – has been the busiest time of year for plastic surgeons, and this year is no different.

Four reasons a person may want lip filler

Kaitlin Clark | Freelance Writer Wednesday, September 8, 2021

While lip filler is popular among the young and old alike, it oftentimes falls victim to stereotypes and punchlines, but there's much more to the cosmetic enhancement than just wanting fuller lips.