One of America's top three performed plastic surgery procedures is a rhinoplasty or “nose job.” Because the nose is situated in the middle of the face, it draws significant attention to itself so that a displeasing nose can detract attention from an otherwise attractive look. Surgeons can improve the nose's outside and inside with a...
View MoreA pillar of the Pittsburgh cosmetology community, Dr. Brian Heil, MD, FACS is the founder of Premier Plastic Surgery and Acqua Blu Medical Spa. Board-certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery, Dr. Heil has received various awards and accolades throughout his career. Previously, he was named "Top Beauty Doctor" by New Beauty Magazine two...
View MoreAs the stigma around cosmetic procedures shifts, more men seek to transform their bodies and improve their appearance with treatments designed specifically for a male audience. When asked, men often say they want the results from their cosmetic procedures to help them appear more youthful, healthy, and masculine. Let’s look at some of the...
View MoreSummer weather means less clothing, more bikinis, and heightened pressure to get “beach body ready.” But don’t fret; you can still attain your dream summer body with med spa treatments when the gym isn't cutting it! You have options for treating unwanted loose skin, body hair, or lumpy texture when they stop you from feeling good in your...
View MoreBreast augmentation has reigned supreme as the most popular body cosmetic surgery for decades. However, the trend has shifted as younger people increasingly become aesthetic surgery patients wanting minimally invasive or non-surgical procedures. Body Contouring Takes Over Breast Procedures as the Most Common Aesthetic Surgery Procedure Body...
View MoreAccording to a report by the American Society of Plastic Surgery, nearly 1.8 million plastic surgery procedures were performed in 2016, making it one of the most popular aesthetic trends in the United States. Modern surgical procedures are more advanced than ever and are progressing every day, thanks to new developments in the techniques and...
View MoreWhen you eat a healthy diet and exercise regularly, you might still have stubborn belly fat that does not respond to your efforts. Men and women in their 20s through 60s come to us with concerns about excess abdominal skin and fat, such as a persistent stomach “pooch” after pregnancy or bulges along the flanks and back. The three best...
View MoreBreast augmentation sometimes referred to as a "boob job,” uses breast implants or fat transfer to enhance your breasts. This procedure can also restore breast volume lost after weight reduction or pregnancy for a more rounded breast shape or improve natural breast size asymmetry. Choosing the right implants is the most critical factor in...
View MoreWith the growing popularity of cosmetic treatments, it is normal for patients to wonder how cosmetic surgery differs from plastic surgery. It is common knowledge that plastic surgeons are trained in a wide array of procedures that restore both function and a positive aesthetic to the body. Cosmetic surgery, on the other hand, focuses entirely on...
View MoreBreast augmentation, more commonly called a boob job, is one of the most common and popular cosmetic procedures in the US for a reason–the results are generally spectacular. But aside from the beautiful results and a new, curving, feminine physique, there are some key points to think with for those who are considering getting breast...
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