ASPS Featured Stories

Awake plastic surgery vs procedures with general anesthesia

Adrienne Santos-Longhurst | Freelance Writer Wednesday, November 26, 2025

Most of us imagine being asleep and entirely unaware of what's happening when we think of having surgery, but for some procedures – and the right patient – awake plastic surgery may be an option.

Say goodbye to turkey neck: Reclaiming your neckline with plastic surgery

Alia Willson | Freelance Writer Tuesday, November 25, 2025

Let's talk turkey. No, not the one you are preparing to put on your Thanksgiving table. Let's talk about "turkey neck." That loose, sagging skin around the neck that resembles one of the most identifiable parts of a turkey.

Don’t be scared to battle the bat wings: Arm lift options to consider

Alia Willson | Freelance Writer Monday, November 24, 2025

Lifting and other exercises can help you build strength and tone muscle, but no amount of exercise is going to improve the appearance of your arms if excess skin caused by rapid weight loss or skin laxity is the cause of your bat wings.

Tissue-based breast reconstruction: Using your own tissue to restore your breasts

Ariel Frankeny | Freelance Writer Friday, November 21, 2025

Breast reconstruction can take many forms and use a variety of tools and techniques to achieve truly amazing results. From reconstruction with implants to tissue-based reconstruction, there are more and more options available for women who are looking to restore their breasts post-mastectomy.

Redefining breast cancer with style and strength

Niccole Caan | ASPS Staff Thursday, November 20, 2025

Anna Crollman sacrificed her breasts to cancer, but she refused to let it take her sense of style. Instead, she turned her passion for beauty and fashion into MyCancerChic, a blog and social media community, chronicling her decade-long breast cancer journey from research through reconstruction. This vital resource empowers young women to navigate cancer with confidence.

The most popular plastic surgery procedures by age

Elizabeth Siegel | Freelance Writer Tuesday, November 18, 2025

When you look at the most frequently performed plastic surgery procedures, according to the 2024 ASPS Plastic Surgery Statistics Report, there are standouts. Liposuction reigned supreme, followed by breast augmentation.

Surgery, struggles, self-acceptance

Niccole Caan | ASPS Staff Thursday, November 13, 2025

Michael Goodman, MD, was born with Treacher Collins syndrome, enduring countless surgeries and bullying because of his facial difference. After finally accepting himself, he shared his story in a social media post, which went viral, reaching thousands of people. Today, he speaks in classrooms around the world, encouraging compassion and inclusion through his lived experiences.

What are injectable moisturizers, and do you need them?

Alia Willson | Freelance Writer Monday, November 10, 2025

It's time for a deep dive into the world of these surface-level injectables and what they can do to plump up your aesthetic routine.

Dimpleplasty: For the love of dimples!

Adrienne Santos-Longhurst | Freelance Writer Friday, November 7, 2025

What's the allure of dimples? Why are some people blessed with them, while others are not? And how can you get them? We're answering these questions and more with the help of ASPS Member Surgeons.

Dancing her way to a new normal: Texas mom rebuilds life after losing all four limbs

Niccole Caan | ASPS Staff Thursday, November 6, 2025

After giving birth in October 2022, Krystina Pacheco faced a life-threatening infection that led to the amputation of all four of her limbs. Despite this unimaginable loss, she remained steadfast in her goals of being a devoted mother and dancing with her husband. Embracing physical therapy, mental health support and prosthetics, Krystina's journey exemplifies how profound adversity can be transformed into a new beginning.

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