Laser resurfacing is a treatment to improve the look of the skin. It uses a laser to send out brief pulses of high-energy light. This light is absorbed by water and substances in the skin called chromophores. The light is changed into heat…

The main benefits are smaller, lighter and firmer breasts. They will be in proportion to the rest of your body. This also means no more physical discomfort such as a backache or neck ache. The areola (the brown circular area…

One of the most common types of cosmetic surgery procedures is chin implants. A chin augmentation is a procedure that is sought by individuals who are dissatisfied with the shape or structure of their natural chin. Some people may want…

What are Spider Veins? In some women, spider veins – those small clusters of red, blue, or purple veins that appear on the thighs, calves, and ankles – become noticeable at a young age. For others, the veins may not become obvious…

Medical management has been shown to produce variable results. Reports of successful medical treatment have been most consistently linked to instances when the gynecomastia is of recent onset and is caused by testosterone deficiency. (However, many reports of “successful” medical…

Surgery Overview Rhinoplasty is surgery to reshape the nose. It can make the nose larger or smaller; change the angle of the nose in relation to the upper lip; alter the tip of the nose; or correct bumps, indentations, or other…

Many patients considering cosmetic surgery to enhance their appearance and self-esteem often believe that a full facelift is their only option. More conservative procedures, such as a brow lift, can often provide the desired aesthetic results with less downtime. Although…

Laser resurfacing is a treatment to reduce facial wrinkles and skin irregularities, such as blemishes or acne scars. The technique directs short, concentrated pulsating beams of light at irregular skin, precisely removing skin layer by layer. This popular procedure is…

If you’re considering breast augmentation, you’re probably wondering what the differences are between silicone gel and saline implants. Each option has advantages and disadvantages. Here are the key differences so you can choose the option that’s best for you.  …

If you’re over 40, you’ve been there: That face in the mirror — it just isn’t you anymore. Like a good house in an older neighborhood, it’s time for remodeling. “People have different motivations for plastic surgery, and sometimes they’re realistic,…