When people say they feel like they got run over by a truck, I can relate. However MY truck not only ran me over, it backed up over me, then ran me over again. The whole experience yesterday at Premier Plastic Surgery Ambulatory Surgical Center was perfect. Upon my 6:45 a.m. arrival, Lori greeted me with a warm, cheerful attitude. From there, I...
View MoreWith only two days to go, I’m finally able to put 100% of my thoughts towards my plastic surgery. I’ve been planning a get-together with my friends, which took place Saturday night, so I’ve been a bit distracted. My topic of thought for today is my kids. I can’t believe I haven’t put an ounce of thought into how to...
View MoreAfter giving birth, most women find that their bodies have lost some of the curves and contours that they had before. The mommy makeover has emerged as a plastic surgery option that can address trouble areas and help women feel more confident and comfortable with their post-baby bodies. A mommy makeover is customized for each woman, depending on...
View MoreI’ve made my decision. Changes must be made for 2014. Hi! Let me introduce myself. I’m Michelle. I’ve worked for Dr. Heil in Pittsburgh for almost six years now. I’ve seen a lot of happy people come and go through our doors—confidence boosted. Now it’s MY turn. Not to say I have issues with my confidence. I...
View MoreAnticipation building! Six days to go! I’m pretty sure 375 is my ‘magic’ number. I keep hearing from all my friends, peers, and other patients how they wish they’d have gone larger. They missed the ‘swelling’ post operatively. My main thought running through my head today: SLEEP. I’m a belly sleeper. Will...
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 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...
View MoreThe American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) has recently released data of patient-reported outcomes on satisfaction after breast augmentation surgery. The ASPS used the BREAST-Q questionnaire to evaluate overall outcome, satisfaction, sexuality, self-esteem, and physical health in 128 women who underwent breast reconstruction surgery. One of...
View MoreWhile most physicians will counsel that abdominoplasty results can be easily reversed with poor diet and a sedentary lifestyle, studies are showing that many women enjoy long-lasting weight loss benefits. The American Society of Plastic Surgeons has released data on an informational study published earlier this year in their official medical...
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