In the not too distant past, facial work was a hush-hush subject, especially for the famous. Celebrities having procedures to prolong and enhance the youthfulness of their skin entered and exited the doctor’s office behind big hats and dark glasses, so as not to be recognized.
In recent years, however, the stigma of cosmetic procedures has [...]
Liposuction is a wonderful option for people who need minor shaping or sculpting of specific body areas by removing small amounts of fat. This does not include areas that could be fixed through normal diet and exercise. There are people who abuse liposuction in order to achieve rapid weight loss. It is important to distinguish [...]
Otoplasty, sometimes referred to as ear pinning, alters the ears by bringing them closer to the patient’s head. Ears can also be constructed to correct deformities or as reconstruction following an injury.
The Typical Patient
A common procedure for children, otoplasty patients are usually between the ages of 4 and 14, though many adults also undergo the [...]
Sending Mixed Messages
Web sites that offer plastic surgery advice are all over the Internet, many giving the impression that the decision to undergo plastic surgery is as effortless as making a wardrobe choice each morning. Reality TV often presents viewers with the before and after images, ignoring the ups and downs of the recovery [...]
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