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Breast Augmentation - Without Scars!
Date Posted: 6/26/2009
Scarless breast augmentation has been a wish for many women who have considered increasing the size of their breasts. With Trans Umbilical Breast Augmentation (TUBA), that wish is now a reality. With ...

Do You Need A Breast Lift?
Date Posted: 5/28/2009
Overly large or sagging breasts can result in neck and shoulder pain, grooves in the shoulders from bra straps, cause skin rashes and menstrual discomfort. It can also cause emotional distress and a feeling ...

Breast Augmentation Benefits
Date Posted: 2/24/2009
Breast size can be an important part of a woman's appearance and confidence. Small or disproportioned breasts can cause a woman to feel self-conscious and worry about her attractiveness. A breast augmentation ...

All You Need to Know About Breast Implants
Date Posted: 6/30/2008
Educate yourself on different implants, placement options and the way different implants work. Learning about implants beforehand can give you a heads up on what to expect after the surgery.Remember that ...

Teens and Plastic Surgery
Date Posted: 2/8/2008
Most teens go through an awkward growth phase as they get older and mature. They often turn to plastic surgery so that they can improve the “flawed” physical characteristics of their bodies, ...

Frequently Asked Questions (Faqs)
Date Posted: 1/22/2008
Q: What is plastic surgery? A: Plastic surgery is a medical field that deals with surgery on the skin, face, hands, breasts and other body parts. This surgical specialty reshapes or remolds facial ...

The New Year - the New You
Date Posted: 12/20/2007
Life’s twists and turns, busy schedules, family responsibilities, catching up at work – all the factors causing you to push back the cosmetic surgery on your agenda. With the New Year upon ...

Smoking and Plastic Surgery
Date Posted: 12/6/2007
Over 400,000 people die each year from smoking-related illnesses. Most smokers don’t realize the hazards smoking causes, especially when it comes to plastic surgery. Regular smokers, those exposed ...

Doctor Consultation Tips
Date Posted: 12/6/2007
Once you have decided to have plastic surgery and have found a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon, your next step is to have consultation. A consultation is an important opportunity which allocates time ...

How to Plan for Surgery
Date Posted: 11/11/2007
You’ve had plastic surgery on your mind for a while. The only thing holding you back is the confusion of choosing a right procedure, finding a trusted plastic surgeon and just simply how to plan ...

How to Choose A Plastic Surgeon
Date Posted: 11/11/2007
Plastic surgery is rapidly growing in popularity. More and more people are turning to plastic surgery to change their lifestyle and feel good, both inside and out. As this field is on the rise, it becomes ...

Plastic Surgeon Qualifications
Date Posted: 11/11/2007
Plastic surgery deals with reconstruction, repair or replacement of physical defects on various parts of the body. A plastic surgeon needs to be competent, highly skilled and knowledgeable in order to ...

Local Vs. General Anesthesia

What are the risks and recovery differences between local anesthesia and general anesthesia?
Pack Away Your Pack-A-Day?

How long do I have to quit smoking before and after surgery?
Pain Management

Do doctors provide antibiotics before surgery and pain killers after surgery?
Saline Vs Silicone Breast Implants

I am considering breast augmentation, but I am not sure if Saline or Silicon implants are the way to go. I read pros and cons of both, and I am mostly concerned about the look and feel ...

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