Recently, a slide from the American Academy of Facial Plastics conference surfaced in my inbox. The slide was titled, “The Changing Face of America,” and the slide made several points. The cultural landscape of America is changing. The amount of non-Caucasian plastic surgery patients is increasing. The amount of non-Caucasian rhinoplasty patients, in particular, is […]
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The Use of Lasers in Skin Care
From wrinkle reduction to unwanted hair removal and everything in between, lasers are prevalent in almost every context of skin care and rejuvenation. According to a study from the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, laser skin treatments increased in popularity by 248% from 2000 to 2018. Here’s what to know about lasers and how they […]
Upper Lip Lift
Ultrasonic Rhinoplasty and Osteotomies
Dr. Raghu Athré is one of the top rhinoplasty surgeons in the US and is one of the few surgeons worldwide using the ultrasonic technique. This video shows how an ultrasonic rhinoplasty is performed.
What Is Microdermabrasion?
Microdermabrasion is a skin resurfacing technique that has results similar to a chemical or laser peel — but is faster, less invasive and less uncomfortable than these treatments with comparable results. Unlike a chemical or laser peel, a microdermabrasion process doesn’t require any recovery time. You can go in for a microdermabrasion procedure in the […]
Rejuvenate Your Eyes With a Brow Lift
Your eyebrows frame the most important feature on your face. After all, your eyes are the window to your soul, and people connect with you through them! All eyes are beautiful, but sagging skin or abnormalities can detract from their beauty. A brow lift is a simple procedure that can make a dramatic difference in […]
Plastic Surgery Financing: Cheap And Affordable?
Photo Credit: on Pixabay. CC0 License Although the advances in technology makes plastic surgery accessible to loads of people, the cost of certain complex procedures is still on the higher side for a lot of individuals. Thankfully, plastic surgery financing renders such procedures affordable to those who might otherwise renounce the option of surgery due […]
Plastic Surgery vs. Reconstructive Surgery
The terms “plastic surgery” and “reconstructive surgery” are bandied about so much that people often confuse them. While both involve the improvement of your appearance, distinct differences can be found. Similarities Between Plastic Surgery and Reconstructive Surgery Both plastic surgery and reconstructive surgery are designed to improve the appearance of the patient. This can be […]
Swelling After Facial Procedures
Choosing to have plastic surgery is always a big step. An especially popular form of plastic surgery for women and men over 40 are facial procedures. Makeover and reality shows on television have resulted in a significant upswing in the popularity of facial plastic surgery procedures. One thing they miss: they often fail to show […]
Treating Ethnic Skin Conditions
Photo Credit: On Pexels. CC0 License. Just because a product says it’s a facial cleanser or moisturizer, doesn’t mean it’s the right product for you. Many people think that the same skin care regimen works as well on African Americans and Hispanics as it does on non-ethnic skin types. But according to experts like Dr. […]