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Mixing Plastic Surgery with Non-Surgical Treatment

June 18, 2022

Plastic surgery is growing in popularity each year, with more than 18 million procedures performed in the United States alone each year. In terms of aesthetic results, especially on the face, plastic surgery remains the gold standard. Several operations, such as cosmetic skin enhancements, require operating rooms. For example, removing excess fat or removing excess skin completely is impossible outside of an operating room. We can often remove excess skin with fat grafting or other treatments. How can plastic surgery help? Plastic surgery can help you to look younger and more youthful-looking. A plastic surgeon can tighten the skin on the face and reshape and reconstruct the skin underneath. With plastic surgery, you can tighten your skin without making anyRead Full Post

Category: Non-Surgical Rejuvenation, Plastic Surgery

Am I a Good Candidate for Liposuction?

June 15, 2022

Most of us have at least one thing that will bother us indefinitely. You can't avoid it no matter how many calories you burn or how many kilometers you run. There's a bulge or spilling of fat that, like a parasite, clings to your body. It's no surprise that liposuction is the most popular cosmetic procedure in the United States. It has become essential to a population that is becoming increasingly conscious of the need of staying healthy and look good. According to the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS), over 41,000 men underwent the surgery in 2010, helping liposuction to overtake breast augmentation as the most popular operation with over 325,000 procedures completed. Who then is a goodRead Full Post

Category: Liposuction

Why More Women Prefer Silicone Breast Implants

May 23, 2022

Implants are used to enhance the size and shape of your breasts. You can choose between saline or silicone implants to customize your breast augmentation procedure and achieve your desired results. However, silicone implants are the most popular choice among patients in the United States. This type of implant was used in 84% of all breast augmentations in 2020. BENEFITS OF SILICONE BREAST IMPLANTS Silicone implants have a lot of things going for them. These silicone shells filled with silicone gel: Look natural: Silicone implants have a lower risk of causing visible rippling beneath your skin. This concern is particularly applicable to women who are thin or have less natural breast tissue. These implants are also thought to move around more in the breastRead Full Post

Category: Breast Augmentation

6 Things To Avoid After Hair Transplant Surgery

April 15, 2022

Hair loss is thought to affect 80 million men and women in America. If you’re dealing with a receding hairline, widening part, or bald patches, hair transplant surgery might be the solution. This effective procedure can often help restore a much fuller and healthier-looking head of hair. However, good aftercare is key, so you’ll need to avoid these six things for the best results: Intense workouts: Rough activity has the potential to dislodge your hair grafts immediately after surgery. Ease back into exercise under our surgeon's recommendation. You should avoid even light workouts for some time. Sun exposure: The sun can work against the healing process in a few different ways. First, it can dry out your hair follicles, which isn’t ideal. Second,Read Full Post

Category: Hair Replacement

Medical Benefits of Tummy Tuck Surgery

April 12, 2022

Tummy tuck surgery is well known for its unbeatable cosmetic benefits. After all, this procedure is the most effective way to reveal a slimmer waistline by eliminating sagging skin and excess fat. However, a tummy tuck can also have medical benefits, some of which may be life-changing. For example, tummy tuck surgery might be able to improve issues such as: Back pain: It is very common to experience back pain after pregnancy. Often, this problem is linked to weak core muscles. A tummy tuck can usually tighten your abdominal muscles and provide abdominal support to help reduce lower back pain. Ventral hernias: A ventral hernia is a protrusion of tissue through a weak point or gap in the abdominal wall. It can happenRead Full Post

Category: Tummy Tuck

3 Things To Know Before Getting a Hair Transplant

March 25, 2022

Hair loss is something that so many people experience. However, the fact that it’s a common concern does little to lessen the blow. Dealing with hair loss can diminish your confidence, make you feel pressured to hide beneath hats and caps, and even put your social life on hold. Fortunately, hair transplant surgery is an effective way to restore a fuller hairline. If you’re interested in this transformative procedure, there are three things you should know in advance. 1. THE PROCEDURE SHOULDN'T BE PAINFUL You may have heard that hair transplant surgery hurts a lot. Fortunately, that isn’t true. Numbing medicine is used before the procedure. You’ll feel pressure, but the pain should be very minimal. A mild dose of sedation canRead Full Post

Category: Hair Replacement

When Will I See Results After Breast Augmentation Surgery?

March 2, 2022

Breast augmentation immediately enhances breast size and shape. However, it takes time for the final results to appear. Knowing what to expect will let you confidently plan your procedure. Most patients who visit the Las Vegas plastic surgery practice of Dr. Stephen Miller are eager to spend swimsuit season with fuller breasts. That means scheduling breast augmentation surgery around this time of year. It isn’t until the three-month mark that the bulk of the healing process is typically complete. Our plastic surgeon understands that you want to enjoy your new look as soon as possible. That’s why we have blogs about going to the beach, traveling, and sunbathing after breast augmentation. Below, you’ll find an overview of the breast augmentation recovery timeline. BREAST AUGMENTATION RECOVERY TIMELINERead Full Post

Category: Breast Augmentation

Does Liposuction Leave Scars?

February 28, 2022

Liposuction can be a great way to eliminate excess fat and gain more confidence in your appearance. However, you might worry that visible scarring will take away from your results. The good news is that scarring isn’t much of a problem. Because liposuction uses very small incisions, the marks left behind are usually hard to notice once they heal. There are also ways to prevent and treat liposuction scars. Keep reading to learn about achieving the best outcome. WAYS TO PREVENT LIPOSUCTION SCARS Significant scarring is rare after liposuction. You can reduce the risk of scars even further by: Choosing an experienced provider: A board-certified plastic surgeon knows what to do during liposuction to minimize scarring afterward. Dr. Stephen Miller will make theRead Full Post

Category: Body Contouring, Liposuction

How Much Will It Cost To Get Liposuction on My Stomach?

February 11, 2022

Liposuction is one of the most effective and long-lasting ways to achieve a flatter tummy. If you’re wondering how much liposuction of the stomach will cost, it depends on the type of procedure. Our practice charges $2,799 for SmartLipo and $3,900 for traditional liposuction to one area. That area could be your stomach or another body part with stubborn excess fat. POPULAR TREATMENT AREAS TO ADD TO STOMACH LIPOSUCTION The stomach is one of the most frequently-requested treatment areas for liposuction. That’s because it can be incredibly difficult to slim your waistline through diet and exercise alone. Fat can even remain there long after you’ve reached your goal weight. Talk about frustrating! However, many other parts of the body can be affected by unwanted poochesRead Full Post

Category: Body Contouring, Liposuction

When Can I Sleep on My Side After Breast Augmentation?

January 21, 2022

Sleep is an essential element of your breast augmentation recovery. Quality sleep can speed up the healing process, improve your mood, and help you feel well-rested. However, the way that you sleep will impact your comfort level and possibly your results. Here are some useful tips. HOW TO SLEEP AFTER BREAST AUGMENTATION You will need to sleep on your back during the initial stage of your recovery. Sleeping on your back will put your breasts in the most natural position and help the implants settle into place. It will also prevent issues such as discomfort or displacement caused by unnecessary pressure. You could receive the all-clear to sleep on your sides as early as two weeks after breast augmentation. However, you mayRead Full Post

Category: Breast Augmentation

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