Fractional laser treatment is a non-invasive treatment that uses a device to deliver a laser beam divided into thousands of microscopic treatment zones that target a fraction of the skin at a time. This is analogous to a photographic image…

A deviated septum is a condition in which the nasal septum — the bone and cartilage that divide the nasal cavity of the nose in half — is significantly off center, or crooked, making breathing difficult. Most people have some sort of…

Botox is a cosmetic treatment that works by relaxing muscles that cause wrinkles in common areas such as the forehead, and around the eyes and lips. It is often confused with obtaining filler treatment. Over 65 percent of people who…

Are sit-ups not giving you the taut tummy you want? If you’ve got too much flab or excess skin in your abdomenthat doesn’t respond to diet or exercise, you may be considering a “tummy tuck,” which doctors call “abdominoplasty.” This…

A breast lift, also known as mastopexy, raises the breasts by removing excess skin and tightening the surrounding tissue to reshape and support the new breast contour. New statistics from the American Society of Plastic Surgeons show breast lifts have grown 70% since…

Many patients want realistic breast implants but fear the possible effects of silicone. Others opt for the safety of saline but long for a more natural feel. Luckily, both can be achieved with the Ideal Structured Breast Implant. What It…

Though plastic surgery procedures are usually elective, it is just as important to follow close guidelines for an easy and prompt recovery. If patients do not follow doctors’ orders and take care of themselves following surgery, complications such as infections,…

Choose clinicians with the appropriate training and skills – Adverse events are most often directly linked to physician skill and experience The American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS) recommends the following guidelines for those seeking cosmetic injectable treatments: Don’t…

Wanting to look young is not exactly a new idea — the search for the fountain of youth has been going on for centuries. And while this past year didn’t deliver the perfect elixir, the year did introduce some scientifically…

The decision to have a breast reduction procedure is a very personal one. Physical and emotional factors may both be involved in the choice.   The most common reasons for breast reductions are: • To get relief from skin irritation…