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. […]
One of the benefits of seeing a board certified plastic surgeon is that he or she has a wide variety of options for treating a specific cosmetic concern. Having a comprehensive “bag of tricks” allows me to suggest treatment options that best suit my patients’ needs. Let’s look at facial wrinkles as an example. If […]
As we leave warm weather behind and move into winter, it’s a good time to think about staying active during the cooler months. While you can sometimes continue outdoor workouts, it’s always helpful to have a few indoor options in mind when the weather refuses to cooperate. In order to look and feel your best, […]
Although breast augmentation surgery is one of the most popular plastic surgery procedures every year, not every woman hopes for larger breasts. Many want just the opposite! Here’s why. Too Much of a Good Thing? Excessively large breasts can be troublesome in a variety of ways. It can be difficult to find clothing that is […]
For most breast augmentation patients, the surgery comes after a lot of thought and planning. Having dreamed about the end result for months, it’s common for women to want to speed through recovery and see how their new silhouette looks in designer lingerie. Thus one of the questions eager patients most often ask me is […]
Most women who are considering breast augmentation consult with several plastic surgeons before they reach their final decision about the surgery. If you’re interested in breast enhancement but aren’t sure which questions to ask, here are some questions you might ask during a consultation. Asking the right questions prepares you for the procedure so you’ll be excited […]
BOTOX® Cosmetic is a very effective way to relax wrinkles and create a smooth, rested brow. But did you know that BOTOX® can play an important role in preventative care as well? As you protect your skin from sun damage this summer, you may want to consider making BOTOX® part of your normal skin care […]
The official medical journal of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) recently reported on a post-operative survey of women who had breast augmentation. The results were amazing—98% of the women surveyed said breast enhancement had met or exceeded their expectations! Plastic surgeons have long known that the procedure creates more than a cosmetic change, […]