In the context of plastic surgery and cosmetic enhancements: if it seems too good to be true than it usually is. Experienced plastic surgeons know the benefits and relative limitations of “non-invasive” and “minimally- invasive” treatments compared to their surgical counterparts, which although more aggressive, deliver long-term results. Given the increasing demand for minimally invasive […] Read more

Summer time means strapless dresses, swimsuits and barely there makeup – in other words, this is the one season when you want to look your absolute best. How do busy moms find time for some much needed self-care before bikini season arrives? Minimally invasive cosmetic surgery to the rescue! Minimally invasive procedures are so popular […] Read more

Plastic Surgery Channel writer Dawn Tongish spotlights the growing popularity of plastic surgery and cosmetic “tune-ups” that men are using to climb the corporate ladder.  According to her article, ageism is no longer restricted to Hollywood stars or pop idols. In fact, it’s common knowledge that attractive people are afforded more advantages in today’s society, […] Read more

Lip augmentation has been a top request of plastic surgeons everywhere, as women of all ages want a bee-stung look that is both sultry and seductive. Up until recently, the most popular methods for enhancing one’s pout were through dermal fillers, collagen or fat injections. The only problem with this technique is its temporary nature […] Read more

Fat transfer, a popular procedure for facial enhancement, has now been shown to be effective in hand rejuvenation as well. Texas researchers have found that the right techniques in autologous fat transfer lead to excellent, long-lasting results in patients looking to turn back the clock on their hands. In a special report published in the […] 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

From hot spot fillers to overnight zit killers, the stars need every tool in a skin doctor’s arsenal to stay on the right side of public perception. For people whose very existence depends on their looks, they know the camera is unforgiving. Every zit, bump, wrinkle, or ripple is gleefully plastered across Instagram, Twitter, and […] Read more

Both CNN and the Huffington Post ran a story on the dangers of DIY plastic surgery, and the potentially life-threatening consequences of cheap cosmetic procedures and fake beauty products. Forty-seven-year old Apryl Brown learned the hard way after attempting to amplify her self-described flat butt with silicone injections offered at cut-rate prices in the home […] Read more

As more people are spending their days on tablets, phones and laptops, technology appears to be takings its toll on the body, especially the neck. Looking down at screens for extended periods of time can result in horizontal creases around the neck that age the area much earlier than in years past. Dubbed “tech neck,” […] Read more

Not so long ago, macho men would have bristled at the thought of plastic surgery – even those minimally invasive treatments like Botox. But as the stigma of cosmetic surgery has dissipated, more and more guys are turning to this revolutionary wrinkle smoother. And just like that, the notion of “Brotox” was born. The American […] Read more