Lip puckering abounds in selfies and celebrity shots, and this renewed focus on the importance of being highly photogenic has driven a rising trend in the demand for lip augmentation procedures across the country. While social media is one of the driving forces behind other plastic surgery trends, the increased demand for plumper pouts does not appear to […] Read more

VOGUE listed “statement lips” as one of their 10 Big Beauty Trends of 2016. With lips like Miley Cyrus and Kylie Jenner’s capturing the headlines, it’s no surprise. The American Society of Plastic Surgeons reports 2.4 million dermal filler procedures were performed in 2015. These minimally invasive procedures are only second to Botox. If you’re […] Read more

Thanksgiving holidays are nearly here, but this year the only one sporting a wattle should be the turkey! The dreaded “turkey neck” is the bane of women everywhere. Loose, sagging skin under the chin and jawline can be caused by a number of factors such as aging and significant weight loss, but is most commonly […] Read more

Controversial author Ed Klein’s new book claims that Hillary Clinton underwent a secret facelift prior to her latest run for president. According to Klein, Bill Clinton wanted her to get the plastic surgery. Klein writes, “She couldn’t do anything about the calendar — she’d be 69 years old in 2016 — but she could do […] Read more

Fat grafting is a technique that removes a small amount of fat cells from a patient’s thighs or abdomen and transfers them to the face to provide additional volume in select areas. Fat transference provides patients with a more natural, youth-restored appearance and avoids the artificial “pulled-tight” look. Fat-grafting works best on thin, aging faces, […] Read more

Facial rejuvenation procedures are usually associated with altering one’s appearance to look younger. And while taut skin, plump cheeks and an absence of deep wrinkles lend themselves to improved self-esteem and confidence, a new study finds that women who undergo facelift and brow lift procedures are viewed as more feminine, likeable and attractive. The research […] Read more

Every year, data gleaned from the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) shows that plastic surgery in the United States continues to grow in popularity, and 2022 was no exception. According to this year’s report, 1,498,361 cosmetic procedures were performed in the U.S. – up 19% from 2019. The report includes both minimally-invasive procedures like Botox […] Read more

The Wall Street Journal has confirmed that Lifestyle Lift – a national chain of plastic surgery centers specializing in affordable mini face lifts – is on the brink of bankruptcy and has closed its doors.  Founded in 2001, the company advertised less-invasive face lifts that could be performed under local anesthesia with relatively little downtime. […] Read more

Did you ever see someone’s social media “selfie” and think, “That looks nothing like the person in real life!”? The practice of taking photos at certain angles to make a person look better is nothing new, but the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery says there has been a significant increase in “social-media […] Read more

South Korea has an international reputation as a plastic surgery hot spot, particularly in the Gangnam district, where plastic surgery clinics line the streets. Now these establishments are catering to Chinese clientele, featuring signs in Chinese and Chinese translators inside the clinics. The South Korean government is spending $4 million a year to promote plastic surgery […] Read more