Posted May 26, 2012 in Cosmetic Surgery for Men
Gynecomastia, otherwise known as enlarged male breasts is a humiliating condition affecting countless men across the country. But one of the underlying causes may surprise you – marijuana use. According Cleveland plastic surgeon, Dr. Steve Goldman, regular marijuana use results in lower testosterone levels. “Young men who use marijuana through puberty may have that transient, […]
Read MorePosted May 22, 2012 in Body Surgery
Waist-to-height ratio may soon replace body mass index (BMI), at least according to new research presented at an obesity conference in France. BMI – The Current Standard There are many health risks associated with being overweight and BMI has traditionally been used as a health screening tool. Using a simple conversion formula, BMI can evaluate […]
Read MorePosted May 15, 2012 in Facial Surgery
The ears are an important aesthetic component of the face, making them a popular choice for cosmetic modification. Though hardly discussed, ear surgery is one of the most commonly performed cosmetic procedures. Ear surgery typically involves ear reduction, earlobe repair or ear pinning surgery. Ear pinning surgery is sought out by children and adults alike to […]
Read MorePosted May 08, 2012 in Plastic Surgeon
Plastic surgery can be a life-changing experience. But how do you pay for it all? Financing your plastic surgery procedure can be one of the most difficult decisions you’ll have to make prior to surgery. Unless you’re seeking out reconstructive surgery following a traumatic accident or illness, it’s unlikely that your insurance will cover even […]
Read MorePosted April 30, 2012 in Breast Surgery
Most women find that determining the right breast implant size is just as difficult as deciding to undergo breast augmentation in the first place. Size matters when it comes to breast augmentation and possessing realistic expectations prior to surgery will result in higher levels of satisfaction. Unfortunately there is no magic formula for determining which […]
Read MorePosted April 21, 2012 in Plastic Surgeon
Enticingly low prices coupled with exotic travel destinations have facilitated a recent rise in medical tourism for plastic surgery patients. Medical tourism, a term used to describe the act of seeking health care abroad, isn’t always the safest or cheapest option for plastic surgery procedures such as liposuction or breast augmentation, according to the results […]
Read MorePosted April 14, 2012 in Body Surgery
Read MorePosted April 07, 2012 in Plastic Surgeon
As the rates of plastic surgery continue to soar, the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS) is proud to release its fifteenth consecutive year of multi-specialty procedural statistics. Since 1997 the ASAPS has been educating both plastic surgeons and patients about trends in the plastic surgery industry. “For fifteen years these statistics have been […]
Read MorePosted March 28, 2012 in Cosmetic Surgery for Men
Plastic surgery for men has long been stigmatized, but not anymore. At least according to Dr. Bruce Kraemer, chief of plastic surgery at Saint Louis University Hospital, who says that more and more men are seeking out plastic surgery procedures to stay competitive in a gloomy job market. “If people are concerned about job retention, […]
Read MorePosted March 21, 2012 in Plastic Surgeon
Cosmetic procedures are sought out every day by men and women looking to counteract signs of aging throughout the face and body, so why leave out the hands? According to plastic surgeons across the U.S., hand lift procedures are becoming increasingly popular with men and women looking to turn back the clock a few years. […]
Read MorePosted March 14, 2012 in Plastic Surgeon
The reigning queen of celebrity plastic surgery, Joan Rivers, recently chatted with Barbara Walters about her prior surgeries for a 20/20 segment investigating plastic surgery. Rivers’ who has become just as famous for her plastic surgery as she has for her career as a stand-up comedian held nothing back in her candid interview with Walters. […]
Read MorePosted March 08, 2012 in Breast Surgery
Statistics released by the American Cancer Society estimate that more than 39,000 women will die from breast cancer in 2012. This information should be salient with all women, and particularly with women who have undergone breast augmentation. Regular mammograms are the most effective way to detect instances of breast cancer in women. You should never […]
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