Cosmetic Surgery Articles

Making the decision to undergo breast augmentation surgery is just the first step in the process. Along with deciding on the procedure, you’ll also need to decide how large you want your breasts to be and the type of implant you prefer. Patients today have the choice between saline and silicone gel implants. Although both are considered safe and effective, some patients are better suited for silicone gel implants and some patients are better suited for saline implants. Understanding their differences empowers you to choose the best option for your unique needs and goals. Understanding Saline Implants Saline implants feature an outer shell […]

When considering breast augmentation, a patient must decide what size breast implants to get. Many women base their decision solely on the larger bra size they are trying to achieve, making the process seem fairly simple. However, according to recent statistics, about one third of all breast implant removal procedures are performed due to the patient’s dissatisfaction with the size of their new breasts. Until a patient has actually “tried on” their ideal breast size, they may not know what implant size will look and feel best on their body. Giving your implants a trial run can help you consider factors […]

Over the last few decades, there has been a shift in plastic surgery trends – minimally invasive procedures are at a new height! Although the modern technology of today allows for patients to receive beautiful, natural-looking results from surgical procedures with less potential for risks and complications, there is still a large population of people who desire quick results, little to no recovery time, and want to avoid surgery. According to 2012 statistics from The American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS), there has been an overall decrease in some of the most popular cosmetic surgical procedures from 2011. For instance, breast […]

Rhinophyma or the red, bulbous nose features commonly seen in older men is an imminently treatable medical condition.  This condition, which is caused by an overgrowth of the sebaceous or oily glands of the nose, is an end result of the common skin condition Rosacea.  Rosacea affects approximately 14 million Americans and is characterized by diffuse redness and capillaries of the central zone of the face including the forehead, nose, eyelids, cheeks and chin. Bacteria and overactive sebaceous glands also contribute to pustule and nodule formation.  Over a period of time, untreated Rosacea leads to overgrowth of the sebaceous glands […]

Prominent Nipples is an uncommonly discussed problem experienced by both men and women.  Lay people commonly describe the nipple as including the prominent protruding part of the breast as well as the darker circular rim of skin.  Anatomically, the areola is the slightly darker skin surrounding the nipple proper.  The nipple contains lactiferous ducts, a blood supply and sensory nerves.  The nipple can be more prominent in men and women for genetic reasons or after breast feeding in women.  In women, nipples are on average usually 8 mm high and 8 mm wide with a slightly rounded dome at the […]