Category: Cosmetic Surgery

Will my tummy tuck still look good 5-10 years later?

A tummy tuck (abdominoplasty) delivers dramatic, immediate improvements, but patients often ask how those results stand the test of time. The short answer: they can last for decades, if you choose an experienced surgeon and keep your body healthy. Below, board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Emily J. Kirby explains how a tummy tuck delivers lasting enhancements […]

Local Anesthesia During Breast Surgery? Here’s How PECS Blocks Help

If you are considering breast augmentation, breast lift, breast reduction, or another breast procedure, it is normal to think about how you will feel after surgery. Many patients wonder if local anesthesia can be used instead of general anesthesia. While general anesthesia is still used routinely for most breast surgeries, Dr. Emily Kirby pairs it […]

Do I need narcotics after plastic surgery?

While narcotics can be used for pain management after plastic surgery, they are not always necessary and may, in fact, hinder your recovery. Fort Worth plastic surgeon Dr. Emily Kirby uses several advanced techniques to complement (and sometimes replace) narcotics for pain management. How narcotics can slow down recovery Narcotics, like hydrocodone or oxycodone (also […]

What is an auto-augmentation breast lift?

An auto-augmentation breast lift combines the benefits of a traditional breast lift with a specialized technique that preserves as much tissue as possible while also enhancing breast shape and volume. Here, Fort Worth Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon Dr. Emily J. Kirby explains what an auto-augmentation breast lift involves, who it’s best suited for, and the benefits […]

Can cosmetic procedures remove stretch marks?

Nearly every patient who meets with Dr. Kirby has the question, “Can you remove my stretch marks?”  Her answer is yes. And no. Let’s delve into why that is the case, and the benefits and limits of our surgical and non-surgical options. What are stretch marks? What causes them? Stretch marks, medically known as striae, […]

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