We love when patients ask for our top skincare recommendation and our answer is always the same: sunscreen. But not just any sunscreen—medical-grade mineral-based sunscreen. If you’ve been wondering whether zinc in sunscreen is worth the hype, Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon Dr. Emily Kirby explains why this mineral ingredient has earned its place as the gold […]
Social media filters create flawless skin, sculpted cheekbones, and plump lips with a simple swipe. Many patients come to our Fort Worth plastic surgery office and medical spa for guidance on whether or not Botox® and fillers can deliver the same dramatic transformation they see on their phone screens. Injectables work beautifully to enhance your […]
Pregnancy is a season of anticipation (and of sudden skin surprises!). Shifting hormones may leave some patients glowing, while others notice new breakouts, dryness, or melasma. A visit to our Fort Worth medical spa is a welcome opportunity for relief and self-care, provided each treatment respects mother and baby. Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon Dr. Emily Kirby […]
A tan signals injury, not protection. When ultraviolet (UV) rays reach your skin, cells rush to produce more pigment as a shield. That “golden glow” is your skin telling you it is in trouble, and it carries long-term aesthetic and medical consequences, especially after years in the bright Texas sun. Fort Worth Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon […]
Are you interested in BOTOX® Cosmetic, but feel lost when it comes to understanding how much you might need? With so much conflicting information about BOTOX® making its way around, figuring out how much BOTOX it takes to treat frown lines and other facial wrinkles can be a bit perplexing, especially if you’re new to this popular […]
Have you ever wondered how the experts maintain their own health and beauty? Here, female Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon Dr. Emily J. Kirby shares the top beauty tips she practices to keep her skin healthy for lasting beauty. Prioritize hydration We know that you know that water is essential. Still, in case you need a little […]
You know that your skin needs collagen to stay youthful-looking and firm, but do you need to take a supplement? Before investing in a new regimen, it is important to consider the evidence and how other factors, like your lifestyle, impact your skin health. Below, Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon Dr. Emily Kirby explains. Collagen in our […]
It is rare that skin care professionals can back viral skin treatments trending on social media, but there is one that Fort Worth Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon Dr. Emily J. Kirby can vouch for: skin cycling. Here, Dr. Kirby explains skin cycling and how this process can protect and enhance your skin’s health. What is skin […]
It’s a commonly held belief that acne is largely the plight of teenagers—which leads many adults to feel confused and disheartened when they just can’t shake recurring breakouts. The truth is, there are many adults who still suffer from acne well into their 30s or 40s. Battling the occasional zit or dry patch can be […]
In a world where high-tech skincare treatments often take the spotlight, you may be surprised to learn that one of our most popular skin treatments in Fort Worth to reduce skin flaws and achieve a smoother, healthier complexion involves only a highly trained medical provider and a small, thin blade. I am talking about dermaplaning, […]