ASPS Press Releases

August

Microneedling Improves Appearance of Surgical Scars – Especially If Performed Early

Performed early after surgery, a procedure called microneedling can improve the final appearance of surgical scars – with best results if done within six to seven weeks, reports a study in the September issue of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery®, the official medical journal of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS).

With 'Batwing' Mastopexy, More Women Can Undergo Nipple-Sparing Mastectomy

Nipple-sparing techniques can provide better outcomes for women undergoing breast reconstruction after mastectomy – but due to complication risks, these approaches are often not offered to women with sagging or larger breasts. For this group of patients, a 'batwing' incision may provide a safer option to nipple-sparing mastectomy (NSM), reports a study in the September issue of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery®, the official medical journal of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS).

Survey Finds Demand for Cosmetic Surgery, Driven by Women Under 45, Surged After the Pandemic

July

What Are the Most Attractive Lips? More Attention Doesn’t Mean Most Beautiful

Few Patients Undergo Recommended MRI Screening After Silicone Implant Breast Surgery

June

Women's Satisfaction After Breast Reconstruction Varies With Quality of Life Ratings

For Women Choosing a Breast Reconstruction Surgeon, Reputation Outweighs Demographics

American Society of Plastic Surgery's "By Design: Breast Reconstruction Surgery," Honored with Gold Telly in the 43rd Annual Telly Awards

Inaugural ASPS MTI Plastic Surgery Accelerator Propels Three Plastic Surgery Startups to Finals of Annual Medical Device Competition

May

Lack of Affordable Childcare Is Still a Burden for Plastic Surgery Residents – Especially Women

Male Breast Reduction Surgery Improves Quality of Life for Teens – Even With Complications