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It may be the most wonderful time of the year, but is it also the most wonderful time for plastic surgery? Actually, it is! If you or a loved one are thinking of having plastic surgery, now may be the time to pull the trigger. We see an uptick in consultations and surgeries during the colder months, because winter is the best time to have plastic surgery for a variety of reasons: You’ll look great for holiday...
Sometimes our bodies have stubborn pockets of fat that they just don’t want to let go of, no matter how much we diet or exercise. These areas often need a little extra help, and liposuction is the perfect solution. Liposuction is not a weight-loss method, but it is a convenient way to break down fatty deposits in parts of the body that are hard to get rid of naturally. It’s ideal for removing fat from under...
Plastic surgery is an excellent option for achieving drastic cosmetic changes, but it isn’t the ideal choice for everyone. Surgery is invasive and requires a longer recovery process, which is why many people seek a less intrusive solution. Two of the best ways to make considerable changes to your personal aesthetic are with laser skin resurfacing and injectable treatments. But choosing which procedure is right...
Getting rid of unwanted fat can be challenging. Even with the strictest diet and most intense exercise regimen, many men and women still find themselves with stubborn pockets of fat that just won’t go away. For years, liposuction has been the answer to this problem. While effective, liposuction is semi-invasive and does result in a little downtime for the patient. But now, there’s a new way to remove unwanted...
According to BreastCancer.org, breast cancer is the second most common cancer diagnosed among women in the United States. It’s also the second deadliest cancer for American women, next to lung cancer. Women in the U.S. have a 12% chance of developing breast cancer during their lifetime. That means one out of every eight women will have to go through this terrifying experience while still trying to maintain careers,...
We believe that our patients should be fully educated before undergoing any kind of plastic surgery. That's why we’re introducing our “Plastic Surgery 101 Guides”. Each article in this series will tackle a different procedure available at Wilmington Plastic Surgery and Skin Care MedSpa, going over the surgery from beginning to end, to help our patients get the information they need. We’re excited...
Any time you have surgery, it’s critical to get good sleep afterward. Sleep is a huge component of the healing process. It allows your body to do things like providing extra nutrients and oxygen to your cells and muscle tissue. Sleeping can be especially tricky after breast surgery, not just because you may experience discomfort, but because you must learn to sleep in a way that won’t damage your implants...
Your skin is your body’s largest organ. It’s also one of the most important because it protects you from toxins, disease, and the elements. Between the heat and the humidity, it can be pretty difficult for your skin to stay healthy during the summer. If you don’t take special precautions to care for it, your skin could wind up suffering painful and permanent damage. Thankfully, learning how...
One of the biggest concerns for both brides and grooms is their personal appearance, not just on the day itself, but for the photos they’ll look at for years to come. Since there’s plenty to worry about when planning a wedding, many brides and grooms seek a little help achieving the perfect look. Often, this comes in the form of plastic surgery, skincare treatments, or even just a little pre-wedding pampering...
Have you ever thought about getting a tummy tuck? Ideal for men and women with excess or loose skin in the abdominal areas, tummy tucks are a great way to improve both your appearance and your self-esteem. Also known as abdominoplasty, tummy tucks are also helpful for women experiencing extra, saggy skin after pregnancy. Whether you’ve had plastic surgery before or this is your first time, you probably have some...
Treat Yourself Mom! The Kids Are Back in School! After spending a lovely summer with the kids, many moms are somewhat relieved to see them go back to school. Sure, the moms definitely love their kids, but it is nice to have some peace and quiet. Work around the house can finally be done without having to worry about when lunch will be made or that dirt just got tracked through the house. Moms can also finally take...
Looking your best is one of the keys to being confident while on the beach. You do not even have to go under the knife in order to look your best. There are many minimally-invasive procedures that can help you look great. Coolsculpting® Coolsculpting® is a body contouring procedure that involves using controlled cooling to freeze the fat cells. The body will then naturally get rid of the fat cells. Most...
Cosmetic Procedures: The New Normal When plastic surgery and cosmetic procedures first started to become popular, they were reserved for those of extreme wealth and fame. It was much too expensive for your average American, and still a taboo subject outside of Hollywood. Now it has become commonplace and excepted as normal cosmetic routine, the same as getting your hair and nails done or getting waxed. It has also become...
An abdominoplasty, which is better known as a tummy tuck, is a procedure that tightens the stomach and removes excess skin. You may be wondering whether a tummy tuck is a right decision. There are questions that you will need to ask before you get a tummy tuck. Is There Excess Skin? Weight loss, genetics, pregnancy, and aging are some of the things that can cause excess skin to develop around the abdomen. A tummy...
Your eyes are one of the first places to show your age. From fine lines and wrinkles to puffiness and hollows, there is a procedure to turn back the clock and make you look younger. • Dermal Fillers The aging process causes a loss of volume in the tissue under your eyes, creating hollows. Professionals use hyaluronic acid dermal fillers, such as Restylane and Juvéderm, to restore fullness and give...