At any age, dating can seem like navigating a minefield. You probably still remember your first date. Or at least, you probably remember the sweaty palms and curfew rules. You might think those initial, nerve-wracking experiences have more than prepared you for dating later in life, but dating past your 50th birthday is a whole […] Read more

Back pain, whether chronic or intermittent, affects 80 percent of U.S. adults at some point in their lives, reports the National Institutes of Health. While some instances of throbbing back pain or sudden spasms are simple to pinpoint, others are not so easy. Your back muscles – just like those in the rest of your […] Read more

Now that the holiday season has wrapped up, it’s time for the season of self-improvement to begin. If your goal was to feel more confident about your appearance, then don’t delay scheduling a consultation with a plastic surgeon. It’s easy to keep putting off scheduling an appointment; after all, there’s a lot of 2018 left […] Read more

It’s common practice for plastic surgery patients to bring along pictures of celebrities when they go to the office for a consult. Pointing to a picture is sometimes easier than explaining verbally what a person wants for his or her new look. But increasingly, plastic surgeons are finding that individuals who are thinking about getting […] Read more

Since celebrities are in the business of looking good, it stands to reason that they would be major influencers in plastic surgery trends. Thanks to skillful plastic surgeons, virtually anyone can model their lips after Kylie Jenner (photo courtesy Disney/ABC under Creative Commons license) or their derriere after Jennifer Lopez. Of course, a healthy goal […] Read more

Despite all the recent advances, for some people, the words “plastic surgery” will always conjure up images of a person wrapped up like a mummy, cloistered away for weeks in an anonymous clinic and taking their food through a straw. Not so anymore. Today, there are numerous cosmetic procedures that are performed daily at offices […] Read more

We all know that a tummy tuck flattens the belly and liposuction reduces unwanted bulges, but can going under the knife really improve your health? Research and anecdotal evidence seems to suggest that plastic surgery is much more than an exercise in vanity — there are long-term physical and emotional health benefits to be enjoyed […] Read more

Soon to wed Prince Harry, Meghan Markle embodies a lovely mixture of “girl next door” with stunning natural beauty. The 36-year-old Toronto-based actress, best known for her role in “Suits,” has inspired thousands of young girls around the world with her freckled, fresh-faced look and seemingly effortless elegance. Between her shiny locks, flawless skin and […] Read more

When a rhinoplasty, more colloquially known as a “nose job”, is performed by a surgeon of great skill and experience, the result leaves the patient with a harmony of facial features and a huge surge in self-confidence. In the hands of less-skilled plastic surgeons, however, issues may persist after surgery that lead the patient to consider a […] Read more

Instagram, Snapchat, and all of the other social media platforms allow people to satisfy their inner exhibitionism and voyeurism. This can be harmless in some cases, but in others, it might cross a line in the sand that divides ethical and unethical behavior. As a case in point, consider the recent trend that has been […] Read more