Each year, over 10,000 people pedal their hearts out to make the trek from one end of Iowa to the other, all by bicycle. Put on by the Des Moines Register newspaper, the route typically spans close to a whopping 500 miles and attracts riders from all over. In the height of summer, through sweltering […]
Sometimes you need a little less structure in life, and that goes for bras too! The last thing you want is an uncomfortable bra that pokes and prods, especially after surgery. I recommend no underwire or push up bras for 3 months after elective breast surgery. Wire-free bras often get a bad rap for two […]
There is a lot to love about becoming a mom, but the physical changes that come with pregnancy and childbirth can be tough to accept. The full, voluptuous curves enjoyed during pregnancy often give way to stretch marks and drooping breasts, and that lovely prenatal “glow” can be quickly extinguished by sleepless nights caring for […]
Did you know that an unsupported breast can move up to 3 inches in each direction with every stride when a woman runs? This isn’t just uncomfortable, it can also place a lot of stress on Cooper’s ligaments, the connective tissue that provides a natural support structure to the breasts. That’s why it is important […]
Widely regarded as one of the most popular combined cosmetic procedures today, the ‘mommy makeover’ gets a makeover from Texas based plastic surgeon Emily J. Kirby, MD. Fort Worth, Texas, June 26, 2014 – The rise in plastic surgery procedures suggests that more moms are undergoing body contouring combination procedures or ‘mommy makeovers‘ to return […]
SPF (Sun Protection Factor) refers to the ability of a sunscreen to block ultraviolet B (UVB) rays, which cause sunburns, but not ultraviolet A (UVA) rays, which are more closely linked to deeper skin damage. Both UVA and UVB contribute to the risk of skin cancer and long-term skin damage. The Skin Cancer Foundation reports […]
Pope Francis. The President. Miley Cyrus. Ellen DeGeneres. You’re probably asking yourself right now, “what could these people possibly have in common?” The selfie. Most of us can recognize a selfie when we see one: a self portrait, most typically taken at arm’s length with a cell phone. UrbanDictionary.com defines “selfie” as “A picture taken of yourself that is […]
Did you know that licensed physicians can legally call themselves “cosmetic” or “plastic” surgeons and can perform cosmetic procedures regardless of their actual area of medical training? This is why it is important to pay attention to the words “board certified” in the credentials of a plastic surgeon. “Board certified” means that a doctor’s training […]
Patients often ask me how a possible weight gain might affect the results of a tummy tuck. Well, I have some great news: the majority of women who participated in a recent study actually lost weight after the procedure. Some initial weight loss is generally expected after any tummy tuck due to the removal of […]
Ear abnormalities, craniofacial conditions, tumors, and lesions in children can be treated through plastic surgery procedures Fort Worth, Texas, January 20, 2014—Plastic surgery often provides more than a cosmetic improvement for many people who undergo procedures. This is especially true in the case of a special group of plastic surgery patients: children. Dr. Emily J. […]