Just about anyone who’s considered getting plastic surgery has probably read or heard that certain times of the year are better to go under the knife. It makes sense. If your goal is to rock a bikini in the summer, it’s best to schedule breast augmentation in the winter. In fact, many people assume…
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Tummy Tuck Recovery
No matter how much some people exercise or how well they eat, getting rid of excess abdominal skin can be impossible. That’s where a tummy tuck comes in. A tummy tuck can be a truly transformative surgery for people who want to remove loose skin, particularly after pregnancy or significant weight loss. This popular surgery…
Our Surgeries, Ourselves: What the Plastic Surgery Stats Tell Us
Each year, the American Society of Plastic Surgeons®, or ASPS, releases statistics that detail exactly which procedures Americans underwent during the previous year. Compiled from data provided by thousands of ASPS member surgeons throughout North America, these statistics provide valuable insights into who’s having what — as well as trends that can help us predict…
Get Ready for the Tropics With These Bikini-Friendly Beauty Treatments
Now that we’re in the dead of winter, it’s likely that you’ve toyed with the idea of planning a warm-weather getaway. Maybe you’ve even booked a trip to give yourself something to look forward to through the dark, cold days ahead. Although you may be mentally ready, your skin and body, hidden away under warm…
Is It Time for Breast Augmentation? 4 Factors to Consider
When it comes to breast augmentation, timing is (almost) everything. If you’re thinking of supplementing your silhouette with implants, the “when” is just as important as the “where” and “how.” Here, read on for 4 time-related factors that are worth a second thought before you book your surgery. Pregnancy Many women considering breast augmentation have…
Plastic Surgery ‘Shaming’ Hasn’t Completely Disappeared
Despite a few recent high-profile media stories that suggest otherwise, the stigma attached to getting plastic surgery isn’t completely gone. “Did-she-or-didn’t-she” stories about celebrities still pop up daily, and even basic news stories about cosmetic procedure trends are still couched in loaded language. For example, here’s the opening sentence of a story about a survey…