Plastic surgeons care about safety in the operating room, but there are important things that patients should know so that they are knowledgeable about what makes an operating room safe. That way, you choose a surgeon that you feel comfortable with and confident in. A plastic surgeon should be operating in an accredited facility. This ensures...
View MoreThere are plenty of reasons to pursue plastic surgery but the question on most prospective patients’ minds is how to choose a plastic surgeon. It’s important to ensure that a prospective surgeon is fully accredited, has a safe and comfortable facility, as well as a track record of success. The American Society of Plastic Surgeons has spent...
View MoreIf you are struggling to get your body into the shape you desire, but are afraid of undergoing an invasive cosmetic surgery procedure, consider Coolsculpting. Not sure what this treatment is? The following is a quick guide to everything you need to know about this revolutionary procedure. What is it? Coolsculpting is a non-invasive, fat...
View MoreMen and women who want a younger looking, healthy appearance should consider an IPL photofacial. Unlike more intense cosmetic surgeries, this non-invasive procedure offers beautiful results without any downtime or prolonged recovery period. IPL stands for Intense Pulsed Light, which is exactly how this technology works. Treatments are gentle, and...
View MoreWhen it comes to a woman’s self esteem, confidence in her physical appearance is critical. Every woman has unique needs and expectations of her own beauty. Choosing cosmetic surgery is an increasingly popular option that can help women achieve a body and an appearance they desire. When it comes to breast augmentation, Pittsburgh surgeons are...
View MoreIt is not commonly known that ear shape and size is almost entirely established by the time a child reaches the age of 4. That’s why ear surgery, also known as otoplasty, is one of the few cosmetic surgeries that is frequently performed on children. Most plastic surgery centers will also take care of adult patients who struggle with issues...
View MoreWhen you think of hair transplant surgery do you imagine an invasive procedure that leaves you in pain and with a visible scar? With a modern system called Neograft, Pittsburgh residents can get the full head of hair they’ve been longing for without the pain or hassle of old-fashioned hair transplant procedures. This procedure is changing...
View MoreMen and women have a wide range of treatment options when it comes to restoring youthful skin with a revitalized appearance. From topical treatment products to invasive facelift surgeries, patients are flocking to their physicians with questions about how to look and feel great. Laser skin resurfacing is one of the most advanced forms of age...
View MoreA recent report by the medical journal of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons notes that adolescent male self-esteem and self-image are negatively affected by gynecomastia. More commonly known as male breasts, gynecomastia causes excess deposition of fat tissue around the breast area. This type of body flaw has been shown to compromise...
View MoreInitially viewed as an elective cosmetic surgical procedure to help improve a patient’s appearance, rhinoplasty may now help extend a patient’s life. Many studies have shown that individuals who suffer from sleep apnea are almost 30 percent more likely to have a heart attack or die than those that do not have sleep apnea. Most commonly...
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