Posts by Emily J. Kirby MD

Worried About Your Plastic Surgery Recovery? Here’s How Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS) Has Changed Things for the Better.

Before plastic surgery, every patient wants to know how long their recovery will take. While all plastic surgeons provide a range, very few go above and beyond to minimize the time you spend in recovery. At Kirby Plastic Surgery, we use Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS), also known as “multimodal analgesia”, protocols, and we see […]

Yes, You Can Have Plastic Surgery for Health Reasons. Here Are 4 Procedures That Aren’t Just for Looks.

Did you know that many popular plastic surgeries can improve more than just your looks? While it may seem obvious that breast reduction offers relief to women whose breast size causes them back pain, there are other procedures that provide noticeable relief from physical problems. Here are 4 plastic surgeries that can help you feel […]

5 Reasons You May Consider Surgical Aftercare

Planning ahead makes for a smooth recovery after your much-anticipated cosmetic surgery. This includes arranging not only your recovery space, medications, and magazine piles, but also your recovery team. Who is going to be on your team of helpers after your surgery? The procedures offered at our in-office AAAASF-accredited surgery center are outpatient, which means […]

What Happens to Your Belly Button During a Tummy Tuck?

When you look at before and after photos of a tummy tuck, it is clear that tissues have been tightened to reveal a naturally contoured abdomen. If you are considering this procedure, you are likely looking for a surgeon whose “after” photos reveal beautiful contours. But you should also look for a proportional, appealing belly […]

On the Fence About Having a Breast Lift? A Female Plastic Surgeon Answers the Most Asked Breast Lift Questions

Breast lifts consistently rank as a top 5 procedure, with nearly 150,000 of these surgeries performed annually. When pregnancy, nursing, weight change, or aging have left the breasts flattened or drooping, a breast lift (mastopexy) can restore your natural, symmetrical breast shape. It can also help you feel more confident with the way clothing—especially swimsuits—fit […]

Kirby Plastic Surgery in Fort Worth Offers TAP Blocks to Reduce Postoperative Opioids

Kirby Plastic Surgery now offers its tummy tuck patients improved pain management using local anesthetic delivered through an intraoperative “TAP block,” which reduces the need for postoperative medication and leads to a quicker return to normal activities. Fort Worth, TX, August 25, 2020—Dr. Emily Kirby of Kirby Plastic Surgery is pleased to announce that her […]

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