Awake plastic surgery procedures represent the next stage in evolution for many commonly undertaken plastic surgery operations. However, like most styles of surgery, these operations are equipped with strengths and weaknesses and are more appropriate or less depending on the type of treatment that you’re looking for. So, should I choose awake plastic surgery? Let’s … Read more
Skin care is an important part of keeping your skin looking youthful. Skin care can be overwhelming as you may not know where to start. Starting out slow and adding to your routine can be helpful if you are just starting out. Below you will find how skin care fights aging and helpful tips to … Read more
Cosmetic procedures and treatments have become increasingly popular over the last decade. Enhancing your physical aesthetic can do wonders for your self-confidence and improve your overall look. Despite the major benefits you may wonder, are plastic surgery procedures reversible? The answer depends on the type of procedure. Some plastic surgery and cosmetic treatments stay temporary. … Read more
For patients that are about to undergo surgery, scarring is a serious concern. Scar formation is a natural part of the healing process that allows our bodies to strengthen the wounded area by stimulating collagen production. Still, they can physically mar what was once smooth, beautiful skin. One tip many people receive is to try … Read more
When most people think about a tummy tuck, they think about the cosmetic effects: the slimmed waist-line and the renewed abdominal structure. What we often don’t consider is the importance of that abdominal structure and how it relates to the rest of the body. The truth is that when the abdominal muscles become weakened or … Read more
Rhinoplasty (or a “nose job”) is a plastic surgery procedure that reconstructs the nose for cosmetic correction. People may consider rhinoplasty for a number of reasons. It may be entirely cosmetic, or it may out of necessity due to a prior injury. It could also be both. There is a lot of misinformation about cosmetic … Read more
The lips are an essential and functional part of our body. They also happen to be one of the most sought out areas for cosmetic surgery. Aesthetically, our lips can alter a good deal of our overall appearance, but over time they can easily age along with the rest of our body. Thin lips and … Read more
Cellulite, or dimpled skin, start with fatty tissue deep beneath the skin. When fat tissue pushes up against connective tissue, it creates a dimpled appearance on the surface of the skin. Cellulite often appears on the thighs because they have more fatty tissue. Though it is less common in men, an estimated 85 percent of … Read more
Dressing for your body is easy when you know what kinds of clothes are going to look good and make you feel confident. Once you’ve determined your body shape, shopping for clothes becomes an easier and more efficient process because you’ll start to figure out what silhouettes will compliment you best. Determine your body shape … Read more
During pregnancy, the abdominal area rapidly expands as the child develops. For some women, this rapid expansion results in a weakening and separation of the abdominal muscles. The separation of the muscles creates a noticeable stomach bulge that persists after pregnancy, and this condition is known as diastasis recti. Board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Brent Moelleken … Read more
