Abdominoplasty surgery, also referred to as a tummy tuck surgery, is a plastic surgery procedure designed to remove the excess fat tissue, trim and tighten the the abdominal skin and tighten the muscles of the abdomen in the mid to lower abdominal region providing a trim, fit looking mid section. For women who have had [...]
Just as it is with all facial features, the size and shape of the ears are a family trait. For example, parents and grandparents with protruding ears, often have children with ears that share these same characteristics. Ear deformities can benefit from correction through surgery, and successful results can be seen in subjects as young [...]
A person’s eyes are usually the first place to display signs of aging. This due to the fact that the the eyelid skin is very thin and is subjected to the stress and strain daily life. For some of us, this condition cane make us look tired and/or unhappy. Other people may experience extra fat [...]
The silicone breast implants (now approved for general use) that are used today have a somewhat thicker shell than those that were used before 1992. They are also filled with a thicker silicone gel than past implants. The breast implants come pre-filled in various sizes and they are securely sealed so that there is little [...]
Despite what may be touted in the media today, there are no exercises or medications that will have any effect on breast size. Breast augmentation can be a dramatic step in creating that beautiful shape you’ve always wanted. It can boost your self-esteem, your self-confidence and really get you noticed. Your Plastic Surgeon will work [...]
One of the most popular procedures today, liposuction is designed to eliminate fatty deposits in various areas of the body, such as the abdomen, hips, thighs, buttocks or neck. This is not a weight loss procedure but rather a sculpting of areas that are refractory to dieting and exercise. During the tumescent liposuction procedure, fluid [...]
Women with extremely large or sagging breasts can be both emotionally and physically uncomfortable. According to Dr. Placik, a Chicago plastic surgeon, these women are likely to suffer from neck and back pain, irritation under their breasts, and soreness where the straps of their bra cut into their shoulders. These women may also be self-conscious [...]