Protect Your Skin This Season As temperatures drop and the Colorado air turns crisp, winter can take a toll on your skin. The combination of cold air, indoor heating, and …
An Introduction to Breast Procedures
There is a wide range of breast surgery procedures designed to alter the size, shape, or position of the breasts. Here is an introduction to these procedures where we explain …
What to Know About Dermal Fillers
Are you considering dermal filler treatments? Here are some things you should know when making your decision. As we age, it’s natural for our faces to lose volume, resulting in …
Becoming A Plastic Surgeon
Although there are health care providers who may perform some plastic surgery procedures, a certified plastic surgeon is thoroughly trained in cosmetic and reconstructive procedures of all types. The road …
What Is Brachioplasty?
What is Brachioplasty? Also called an arm lift, Brachioplasty is a surgical procedure that: Reduces excess sagging skin Tightens and smoothes the underlying supportive tissue to define shape in the …
All About Facelifts
If you’ve considered a facelift but don’t know much at all about them, read on. Before deciding upon any surgical procedure, you will likely have questions. In this blog, we’ve …
Rhinoplasty 101
Is rhinoplasty strictly cosmetic? Simple answer: No. Rhinoplasty, also known as a “nose job,” can enhance facial balance and nose proportions, as well as correct impaired breathing caused by structural …
10 Things to Know About the Mommy Makeover
The Mommy Makeover is one of our most popular combination plastic surgery techniques, designed to address the issues faced by women who have gone through pregnancy and breastfeeding. What happens …
What You Need to Know About Your Liposuction Recovery
From the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, What you need to know about your liposuction recovery Did you know that liposuction is the second most popular cosmetic surgery treatment? In 2018, surgeons performed …
Ten Interesting Facts About Botox®
Did you know there’s more to Botox than fine lines and wrinkles? As one of the most popular cosmetic treatments in the world, Botox can smooth those wrinkles and a …
Breast Augmentation Surgery
Why Cost Shouldn’t Be the First Question You Ask One of the most common questions regarding breast augmentation surgery is “how much does it cost?” When you are looking to …
Should you add Liposuction to your Tummy Tuck?
When you sit down with your plastic surgeon to discuss your body contouring goals, you may want to ask him or her, the specific differences between liposuction and tummy …
Understanding the Breast Cancer Gene and How It Could Affect Your Family
Working with breast cancer patients during breast reconstruction is both challenging and incredibly rewarding. I am often inspired by their strength, resolve and selflessness. Breast cancer patients, many of whom …
Exercise after Breast Augmentation
Many patients ask when they can exercise after breast augmentation surgery. Patients should start light walking immediately after surgery – nothing strenuous, just short walks around the room or home …
Skin Care Advice From A Plastic Surgeon
Acne, lines, wrinkles, discoloration? No worries! Walk into any store or spa and you are immediately faced with a plethora of facial skin care products to address any concern you …
The Five Factors of Breast Augmentation
Breast augmentation continues to be one of the most popular cosmetic surgery procedures in United States, with 286,254 procedures performed in 2015. That’s an increase of 35% from the year …
Look As Good As You Feel
So you work out, eat smartly and watch your calorie consumption but your face looks tired, and you look older than you feel. Trust me, you’re not alone. The good …
Gynecomastia After Weight Loss
Gynecomastia after weight loss often requires longer incisions and more contouring due to the presence of redundant skin, tissue, and fat. The goal is to create a masculine, natural-looking chest …
Why the “One and Done” Approach to Breast Reconstruction Can Be Misleading
Recently, a news article circulated with information regarding a new “one and done” approach to breast reconstruction being available and providing promising results. Sounds great right? While the procedure has …
Mommy Makeovers: How Soon Is Too Soon?
We have an obsession with celebrities, and truthfully, I have an obsession with Kate Middleton – her clothes, her shoes, her hair! I have enjoyed watching her romance with William …
Consider Custom Solutions for a Sagging Neckline
Necklines for both men and women can be a focal point of self-consciousness. However, the etiology of an unattractive neckline can be diverse, so treatment options must be tailored to …
What Can Plastic Surgery Offer Men?
Plastic surgery for males is a relatively new phenomenon. Historically, men have viewed this venue of services as mostly for women. My father’s generation was not working out in gyms …
2016 Plastic Surgery Trends Forecast
When asked which body areas they expected to be asked about most in 2016 by female patients, the surgeons responded: Buttocks – 48 percent Vaginal rejuvenation – 39 percent Skin …
Cosmetic Surgery Trends Since 2000
See below cosmetic surgery trends from the past 15 years. One notable item is that Breast Lifts outpaced Breast Implants almost 3 times since the year 2000. Click Image for …
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