ASPS Featured Stories

Advancements in weight loss medications: A look at the future of GLP-1s

Ariel Frankeny | Freelance Writer Friday, February 20, 2026

Weight loss medications are reshaping the world of aesthetics. These innovative treatments offer patients a path to weight loss that may not have been possible before, with a variety of medications to suit their individual needs and preferences.

Innovations in estrogen-based skincare

Ariel Frankeny | Freelance Writer Tuesday, February 17, 2026

Interest in estrogen-based skincare continues to surge, and the science behind these products is advancing just as quickly. Today's medical-grade formulations are far more sophisticated than early hormone-infused creams, using targeted delivery systems and carefully calibrated concentrations to mimic the skin-supporting effects of estrogen.

How to talk to your partner about plastic surgery

Alia Willson | Freelance Writer Saturday, February 14, 2026

What happens when you want to change something about yourself and are unsure how to broach the topic with your loved one, partner, friend or significant other? Are they going to be supportive? Will they understand how much this journey means to you and your self-esteem?

Thigh lifts are on the rise

Elizabeth Siegel | Freelance Writer Wednesday, February 11, 2026

It doesn't have the cache of other plastic surgery procedures like deep plane facelifts, and its downtime makes it one of the more taxing cosmetic operations – but its results can be life-changing for the right patients.

Best practices for maintaining the appearance of the undereye area

Ariel Frankeny | Freelance Writer Friday, February 6, 2026

Once patients have explored their treatment options for undereye rejuvenation, the next step is to understand how to properly care for the delicate eye area to keep it looking its best.

Long-term complications of unknown injectables

Alia Willson | Freelance Writer Wednesday, February 4, 2026

Long-term complications stemming from unknown substances such as hardware store silicone, black market knockoffs or watered-down Botox are becoming an increasingly common problem for patients and the plastic surgeons who treat them.

Regenerative aesthetics: PRP, PRF and beyond

Ariel Frankeny | Freelance Writer Monday, February 2, 2026

Rather than focusing on temporarily restoring lost volume or artificially improving the skin's appearance, regenerative aesthetics uses the tools already within our bodies to produce remarkable effects.

The most popular plastic surgery procedures each season

Elizabeth Siegel | Freelance Writer Friday, January 30, 2026

School calendars, ski vacations and beach season all play a role in shaping plastic surgery trends and patient decisions. It's an interesting phenomenon, to be sure, and it's often a practical one, too. Certain plastic surgery procedures tend to spike at specific times of the year, as patients' goals and free time shift with the seasons.

AI in plastic surgery: The future of aesthetic treatments

Ariel Frankeny | Freelance Writer Thursday, January 29, 2026

Over the past several years, we have seen AI-driven tools evolve from simple experimental concepts into well-established, precise technologies that support both clinical decision-making and everyday practice management.

How old is “too old” for plastic surgery?

Adrienne Santos-Longhurst | Freelance Writer Tuesday, January 27, 2026

If you're a Baby Boomer – or Baby Boomer adjacent – you may wonder if you're too old for plastic surgery from a safety standpoint. Well, it turns out that chronological age doesn't have much bearing on whether someone is a good candidate for plastic surgery.

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