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What to know before "gifting" your valentine a plastic surgery procedure

Alia Willson | Freelance Writer Friday, February 7, 2025

Gifting plastic surgery to a friend, family member or loved one is turning into a more common occurrence. Yet, what seemed like a good idea at the time may turn into a post-holiday nightmare. Before you gift your valentine a plastic surgery procedure, consider some benefits and drawbacks.


The innovative techniques of the deep plane facelift

Ariel Frankeny | Freelance Writer Wednesday, February 5, 2025

Historically, facelifts have been highly sought after, with excellent results that can last for many years. Because of its sustained popularity, there has been a strong focus on improving this procedure and providing longer-lasting results. One advancement that has seen significant interest in the past few years is the deep plane facelift.


2025's weight loss revolution: New medications are changing the scale

Ariel Frankeny | Freelance Writer Friday, January 31, 2025

The start of a new year often brings announcements of new innovations and technologies, and the realm of weight loss is no exception. The upcoming year will offer advancements in this area, with new medications that offer truly amazing results.


How do different generations approach plastic surgery?

Alia Willson | Freelance Writer Thursday, January 30, 2025

Each generation has its unique quirks. In some regard, we are all products of the time in which we grew up, and those differences can significantly impact our perception of the world today and how we approach everything from relationships to work and, yes, even plastic surgery.


The possible dangerous complications of Brazilian butt lifts and how to prevent them

Ariel Frankeny | Freelance Writer Monday, January 27, 2025

With the rise of celebrities like Kim Kardashian and Nicki Minaj in the 2000s came an intense focus on curves – especially bigger booties. As celebrities caused a shift in societal beauty standards toward this more voluptuous aesthetic, people tried to follow the trend.


FDA recalls: What happens when there is a recall, and what should you do?

Alia Willson | Freelance Writer Thursday, January 23, 2025

You've undergone plastic surgery, obtained the desired result and are living your best life. Everything seems perfect. Yet, what happens when you discover that an implant or other medical device is part of an FDA recall?


Confident contours come with calf augmentation

Ariel Frankeny | Freelance Writer Wednesday, January 22, 2025

The phrase "male plastic surgery" may bring about thoughts of liposuction to address the infamous "dad bod" or the increasingly popular hair restoration procedures that are reversing the impact of male pattern baldness. Yet, it seems men are heading to the plastic surgeon's office with another area of the body in mind – their calves.


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?


A look at the future of weight loss injections

Ariel Frankeny | Freelance Writer Monday, January 13, 2025

Weight loss drugs have been all the rage recently. These so-called "miracle drugs" have been helping both men and women to successfully lose weight and achieve a healthier lifestyle through continued use and proper medical supervision.


What's on the horizon? Plastic surgery trends for 2025

Alia Willson | Freelance Writer Friday, January 10, 2025

Plastic surgeons may not have a crystal ball. Still, they work with so many patients throughout the year that many surgeons get an innate feeling for which procedures are popular, which are declining and which buzzworthy procedures are poised to take off.


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