In most cases, labiaplasty is an elective cosmetic procedure. However, women do choose to have it for a variety of reasons, including if they have discomfort during intercourse, experience chafing, tugging, or pinching in clothing, or if they don’t like how their labia looks. What is the Purpose of a Labiaplasty? A labiaplasty is a […] Read more
In 2019, plastic surgeons performed about 1.8 million cosmetic surgical procedures. Of those, 265,209 were liposuction procedures, according to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS). This places liposuction well within the top five of the most commonly requested plastic surgeries. In fact, the procedure had a 3% rise in popularity compared to the previous […] Read more
Roughly 220,000 rhinoplasties are performed each year in the U.S. They’re primarily performed on adults who are fully aware of the potential risks and who have reasonable expectations for the outcome. However, there has been increased interest among teenagers in plastic surgeries in general– and rhinoplasties in particular. Being a teenager isn’t automatically grounds for […] Read more
Tattoos are a popular form of self-expression and body art, but is it safe to get inked before plastic surgery? The short answer is probably not. It’s best to discuss this with your board-certified plastic surgeon, who can advise you on the safest course of action. However, getting a tattoo is akin to having a […] Read more
How old is too old for plastic surgery? The truth is that there is no one uniform answer. Safety issues are different for every person, and you’ll only know if an elective procedure could be right for you by consulting a board-certified plastic surgeon and your primary care doctor. However, many retirees are pleasantly surprised […] Read more
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
