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A recent study published in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery journal shows a low rate of complications in breast reconstruction immediately after mastectomy.

Have you ever wondered what you would look like with breast implants? These days, many women are using the Natrelle pre-consultation kit to choose their desired look before breast augmentation. “It comes with these different sized inserts, so you can figure out which look you like,” explains the young lady in this video from Natrelle….

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has released a new white paper about silicone implant safety. Now available on the FDA website, you can download the full white paper or the executive summary and read findings from the latest research. For patients and consumers, the most pertinent aspects of the document include the “Summary of…

Dr. Youn explains his technique that takes out the unwanted lower eyelid fat without scars. It heals fast because it is mucosa, he says. It heals quickly, in a similar manner to a wound inside your mouth. The surgery requires about one an hour and 15 minutes, and healing requires about one week.

When treating crow’s feet, Dysport achieves better results than Botox, argues a west coast plastic surgeon who conducted a study comparing the two botulinum toxin medications. The study was based on photographic evaluations of 90 adult patients who received Botox or Dysport injections in the crow’s feet wrinkles. As a “split-face” study, the medications were…

Once again, the maker of Latisse® eyelash solution is raising money for the make-a-wish foundation. This year, they’ve enlisted the emmy-nominated actress Christina Hendricks to lead the Latisse Wishes Challenge. This year, participants can donate to Make-a-Wish through the campaign and receive discounts on Latisse eyelash solution. You can participate in the LATISSE® Wishes Challenge…

People considering facial plastic surgery often ask: what is the best age for a facelift? A new study from Cleveland Clinic shows that with proper screening, a facelift after the age of 65 can be just as safe as one performed for younger patients. Researchers followed 216 women for three years, comparing their facelift results…

The news is currently buzzing about the topic of cosmetic surgery for men. “Why are men getting plastic surgery?” people ask. The answer will always vary. According to Dr. Hess, men are currently looking at cosmetic surgery in a different way; “not with disdain, but with acceptance,” the doctor says. Here are seven more reasons…

A decision has been reached about stem cells in cosmetic surgery, from a special task force assigned by members of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons and American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery. At the annual Aesthetic Meeting in Boston, plastic surgeons presented a systematic review of medical literature which concludes that stem cells do…

Moms across America have their eyes on the mommy makeover, according to a recent survey released by the American Society of Plastic Surgeons. 62 percent of mothers asked said they would undergo a cosmetic surgery procedure if money were not a factor. In a recent press release, they tell us of one such mom, 38-year…