The NeoGraft hair transplant technology has satisfied thousands of patients and continues to rise in popularity thanks to its many benefits. Learn the facts you need to know about this revolutionary procedure here. 1) It utilizes a technology called Follicular Unit Extraction (FUE). The FUE technique is what sets NeoGraft apart from traditional...
View MoreReporting from 2012 shows that the arm lift procedure may be the fastest growing plastic surgery trend of the last 15 years. The American Society of Plastic Surgeons reported that 15,000 women underwent the procedure in 2012, which represents an increase of 4,000 percent since 2000. As more and more women become aware of the procedure, its...
View MoreI had my four week appointment with Amanda, the adorable and YOUNG Physician’s Assistant I mentioned in my first blog. It went really well. She told me I was progressing well, and I looked great-YAY! She emphasized the importance (again) of massaging all my lipo areas. I have a few areas on my hips, abs and inner legs that feel...
View MorePhoto 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...
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