Photo Courtesy of Flickr It has been an exciting four day weekend for me! To start, I would just like to give a well deserved shout out to Arnica. Arnica is an herb that grows in Europe and the U.S. It’s often used as a skin treatment for bruises, aches, and pains. I slacked off a bit the first few days post-op, but once I committed to taking...
View MoreDo you struggle with signs of aging that make you look sad, depressed, or older? A sagging brow, frown lines, and creases along the forehead or on the bridge of the nose are all common issues both men and women face as they age. However, there is a way to reverse these effects. A brow lift addresses all of these trouble spots and may be the...
View MoreWednesday was a pretty busy day for me. I started the day with a workout video. I got the green light from Amanda, our P.A. to go ahead and start working out. Lower body, only. With this video, I did more than march in place for 30 minutes. I also decided to try out ‘real’ clothes today. In other words, no elastic waistband pants and...
View MoreMonday morning started out on a positive note. Prior to my surgery, I would do a Jillian Michaels video one to two times a week in the morning before work. My husband would occasionally join me. Her workouts are pretty hard (for me), but I always felt great afterwards. My husband suggested to me Sunday night that we get back into the routine of...
View MoreLiposuction is a cosmetic surgery procedure that allows individuals to address and get rid of excess fat. Many patients not only enjoy an improved appearance after surgery, but also gain greater self-esteem and confidence as well. Here’s a high-level review of some of the most frequently asked questions about the popular procedure: Q: Who...
View MoreThis past weekend was pretty easy. My pain has subsided quite a bit. I’ve been trying to wean myself from taking one pain pill every four hours. Believe me, I need it, but I’m really ready to start thinking more clearly. I have been able to stretch my dose out to every 4.5/5 hours, which is huge. Not to say I am consistent with this,...
View MoreIt just so happens that our monthly wine club falls eight days after my surgery. And you know what? I wouldn’t miss it for the world! I’m going to have to make some ‘modifications’, but I’m determined to make this work! I spent most of Thursday laying around. I needed to save all my energy for a night in with the...
View MoreDay two at work was pretty much the same as day one. I made it through seven hours, so I stayed a little longer. Dr. Heil examined me and told me everything looked great. He is planning on removing my sutures from the liposuction Saturday. I was sent home with a new breast band. I no longer need to wear the Ace bandage. THANK GOODNESS. I’m...
View MoreGynecomastia describes the condition in which a man has oversized breasts. This is a scientifically recognized condition that can be identified by several key characteristics and can be treated with surgery. Here we provide answers to some of the most frequently asked questions about gynecomastia. Q: Does this condition occur in only young...
View MoreMonday was a big day! I graduated into my stage 2 bodysuit. This body suit is suppose to be more comfortable and ‘breathable’. Zak, our surgical Physician Assistant, convinced me to try a Medium in the stage 2 bodysuit. My stage 1 body suit was a large. He told me I will be happier with my results. My swelling is starting to subside a...
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