Beauty trends come and go. Consider, for example, the Middle Ages trend of removing all of one’s eyebrows and eyelashes in order to accentuate the forehead. Today, full lashes and contoured brows are considered highly desirable. It can be useful to take a look at the plastic surgery trends expected to be in and out […] Read more

Early last year, as the pandemic picked up speed, the world slowed down. With people spending most of their time working at home—meetings and phone calls entered the digital era on Zoom. Plastic surgeons have noticed a significant increase in demand for their services to correct imperfections like asymmetrical noses, sagging skin, and double chins […] Read more

A rhinoplasty is a type of plastic surgery that reshapes the nose. It’s often done for aesthetic purposes. For example, you might want to correct an asymmetrical appearance or make your nose’s size in proportion with the rest of your face. However, a rhinoplasty can also improve the function of your nose, particularly if you […] Read more

Breast cancer is more successfully and less invasively treated when it’s detected as early as possible, and mammograms are an essential tool in early detection. Although breast implants do not cause breast cancer, they can interfere with medical imaging. However, steps can be taken by the x-ray technologist to work around this issue. In fact, […] Read more

If you’re dissatisfied with the current appearance or size of your breasts, a breast augmentation can help boost your self-confidence and self-image. After your recovery, you’ll be able to do all of the activities you enjoy. However, you will need to get plenty of rest and limit your physical activity during the recovery period. Although […] Read more

If you’re unhappy with the look or function of your nose, you might consider consulting a plastic surgeon about getting a nose job. There are two main plastic surgery procedures for the nose: a rhinoplasty and a septoplasty. While both surgeries are performed on the same facial feature, they are quite different. What is a […] Read more

A labiaplasty is a type of plastic surgery that reduces the size or adjusts the shape of the labia minora. It’s ideally suited for women who are troubled by asymmetrical, oversized, or irregularly shaped labia, which can cause embarrassment and discomfort. After the surgery, women will usually feel fully recovered in about six to eight […] Read more

It’s common knowledge that beauty standards can vary from one culture to the next. In Japan, for example, women prefer to have curly eyelashes (without much mascara) and flawless skin, whereas, in Australia, women prioritize the windswept hair look. Beauty standards can even vary within a country. In the US, for example, plastic surgeons note […] Read more

Women and men both tend to prefer voluminous and sensuous lips, but unfortunately, they do tend to lose volume over time. Every person’s experience with aging is different, of course. Some people lose a noticeable amount of volume in the lips, while others barely notice a difference. However, there are solutions. Why do the lips […] Read more

Of course, there’s no way to stop making facial expressions! However, there are some steps you can take to lower the likelihood of prominent wrinkles. Quitting smoking is a positive step, as is minimizing the amount of time you spend in direct sunlight. If you need to be outside on a sunny day, make sure […] Read more