FDA Affirms that Silicone Gel Breast Implants Are Safe
A recent study published by Food and Drug Administration (FDA) affirms that silicone gel breast implants are safe and there is not truth to the rumors that these implants can cause cancer and other health ailments. Yes, leaking implants may cause some discomforts but it cannot cause cancer. As it is, breast cancer survivors can safely have silicone implants to […]
Continue ReadingOlder People who are Scared of the knife opt for Juverm or Botox
A good number of older people who do not want to undergo invasive procedures to enhance their looks opt for Botox®, Dysport® and JUVÉDERM® injections. These types of treatments are fairly painless procedures that can be done is a matter of minutes. Also, compared to invasive procedures such as facelifts, Botox®, Dysport® and JUVÉDERM® injections are more affordable. Botox® Botox® […]
Continue ReadingMale Breast Reduction and Liposuction – A Rising Trend among Baby Boomers
Women are not the only ones who are concerned with their boobs and tummies these days. In the past two years, the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) noted a sharp increase in the number of men who had breast reduction surgery and liposuction. The ASPS noted that aging baby boomers who want to look their best and enjoy their […]
Continue ReadingMommy makeover: Combining Different Cosmetic Procedures to enhance your post-baby body
Reclaiming your post-baby body can be a tricky business. Yes, a combination of diet and exercise can help you shed off a few pounds but it may not be enough to restore your pre-pregnancy look. Fortunately, there are a number of cosmetic procedures that can help you reverse the negative physical effects of pregnancy and childbirth. Favorite Mommy Makeover Procedures […]
Continue ReadingRising Divorce Rate Fuels Increasing Number of “Revenge Cosmetic Surgery”
Recently, the number of women who seek cosmetic surgery after a divorce increased drastically. A recent study made by the National Women’s Health Resource Center showed that about 40 percent of women going through divorce sought cosmetic surgery to improve their looks and show their exes what they are going to miss after the divorce. The same study revealed that […]
Continue ReadingAging baby boomers set new trends in Male Cosmetic Surgery
In the past few years, the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) reported a constant increase in the number of men who opt to have cosmetic procedures to enhance their looks. While a lot of women have cosmetic procedures that drastically alter their appearances, the ASPS noted that most men want procedures that subtly enhance their looks and erase some […]
Continue ReadingCan Liposuction help prevent fluid build-up after a Tummy Tuck Procedure?
In an article published in the October issue of the Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery journal, the American Society of Public Surgeons (ASPS) suggests the incorporation of liposuction into tummy tuck procedures to help reduce the risk of postoperative problems such fluid build up. Fluids tend to build up around the wound a few days after the procedure so most surgeons […]
Continue ReadingPippa Middleton inspires new trend in plastic surgery
When Pippa Middleton, Princess Kate’s younger sibling, appeared on her sister’s wedding, the world went wild with interest over her dress, her looks and yes, her butt! Yes, Pippa’s sexy well-formed bottom caught the interest of a lot of people that a facebook group dedicated to her “gorgeous rear” popped up and gained avid following. While some people raved on […]
Continue ReadingAmerican Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) warns the public to stay away from non-board certified surgeons
A few days ago, 40-year-old homemaker Dinora Rodriguez filed a malpractice suit against her surgeon for seriously messing up her breast augmentation and eyelid surgery procedures. The botched procedures performed by a non-board certified plastic surgeon left Dinora with conjoined boobs and badly nipped eyelids that made it difficult for her to close her eyes. Concerned with the rising number […]
Continue ReadingDo not take chances with your life: make sure that your cosmetic surgeon is board certified!
Dinora Rodriguez merely wanted to fix her breast implant but she woke up after the procedure, she found herself with one huge ugly looking mound in front of her instead of two shapely boobs. Aside from giving her a uniboob, her doctor also nipped and tucked her eyelids to the point that she can hardly close her eyes! Belatedly, Dinora […]
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