Facelift, or rhytidectomy, is a surgery that treats the physical signs of aging in the face and neck. If you are considering facelift surgery, it is important to speak to your surgeon about what to expect in terms of pain and recovery. Overall, many studies have demonstrated that facelift in general is not painful and…
Read MoreIn recent years, there has been a dramatic increase in the number of women who opt to remove their breast implants. How much does it cost to remove breast implants? The average cost of breast implant removal surgery is $3,049, according to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons. This cost is only part of the…
Read MoreIt can be difficult to say what the best age to have a facelift is, because people experience aging differently. The process of aging is complicated and depends on many factors. Some of the factors of aging include: Genetics Health status Life experiences Stress level, Degree of photo damage— a process of sunlight or ultraviolet…
Read MoreYes, it’s possible to undergo a BBL during mommy makeover surgery. The term ‘mommy makeover’ refers to a combination of procedures that can be done during the same surgery — which can include a Brazilian butt lift (BBL). The most common areas addressed during a mommy makeover are the abdomen, breasts, waist, and buttocks. The…
Read MoreMommy makeovers are widely considered safe, but as with any surgery, there are always risks involved. Fortunately, the most common complications encountered after surgery are considered minor and are mostly related to wound healing, seromas (fluid collections), minor infections, and minor bleeding. Major complications such as deep vein thrombosis and cardiopulmonary complications can also occur,…
Read MoreOnce you have decided that breast augmentation is right for you, the next step is to properly prepare for the surgery. Most patients find this task quite daunting as there are mountains of information out there and it can be difficult to sift through it all. One of the most common questions we get asked…
Read MoreA blepharoplasty, or eyelid surgery, is a procedure that removes excess skin, muscle, and/or fat from the eyelids. There are both cosmetic and functional reasons to have this surgery. A frequently asked question from patients is, “When is a blepharoplasty a medically necessary procedure?” The first aspect to consider is the motivation for seeking surgical…
Read MoreIn order to explain the longevity of the results of a Brazilian butt lift (BBL), it’s important to understand what the surgery is, how it’s performed, and the factors that impact how long the results can last. The Brazilian butt lift is actually not a lift at all — but rather a technique that transfers…
Read MoreWhen researching cosmetic surgery options, many patients wonder if health insurance will pay for all or some surgical expenses. Typically, the cost of facelift surgeries are not covered by insurance. For a surgery to be covered by health insurance, there usually needs to be a functional issue that can be addressed surgically after all available…
Read MorePopularity surrounding the Brazilian butt lift surgery has soared in the past decade as the procedure can produce a more ample posterior and desirable curves. Since 2015, the number of Brazilian butt lifts (BBL) performed globally has grown by 78%, according to a survey by the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery. Brazilian butt lift…
Read More