Every woman has her own vision of the ideal body. For many, having large breasts is troublesome. For example, it can be hard to find clothes that fit properly. Large breasts can also draw unwanted attention and make exercising painful. Plus, chafing and pain from bra straps are common. If you’re fed up with the […] Read more
A labiaplasty is a type of cosmetic surgery performed on women with large or irregularly shaped labia. The size of the labia—the inner lips of the vagina—typically ranges between 0.7 and five centimeters. Some women have larger labia than usual which can prove problematic and embarrassing. During a labiaplasty, a plastic surgeon will remove the […] Read more
Loose clothing and underwear are mandatory for the first 72 hours after labiaplasty surgery, and most labiaplasty patients should wait a minimum of 2 weeks before wearing jeans, if not longer. The reason for holding off on wearing jeans is that the operated area will be swollen, tender and itchy, which is not conducive to […] Read more
As the focal point of the face, the nose draws a great deal of attention. If you’re dissatisfied with its appearance, you might consider having a rhinoplasty, also called a nose job. Plastic surgeons often perform them purely for aesthetic purposes, although these procedures can also improve the function of the nose if the patient […] Read more
Acne lesions damage the skin and sometimes the underlying tissue as well. In an effort to heal the damage, your body will produce collagen. If too little collagen is produced, the result is a depressed acne scar. An overproduction of collagen will lead to a raised acne scar. Acne scars can be even more frustrating […] Read more
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
The popularity of liposuction surgery is on the rise. The number of cosmetic surgical procedures performed by plastic surgeons in 2022 was about 1.4 million. According to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS), 325,669 of those procedures were liposuctions. This places liposuction well within the top five of the most commonly requested plastic surgeries. […] 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
