Inframammary incision, submuscular implant placement become more common Surgical trends in cosmetic breast augmentation using implants have changed over time, according to a study in the December 2023 issue of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, the official medical journal of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS). The study included data on 31,700 breast augmentation cases Continue Reading
Looking at a post-pandemic world compared to data from 2019, the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) has seen significant growth in the number of procedures performed overall. Patients are no longer putting off the procedures they have been considering, which may be attributed to more time spent working from home and the flexibility that Continue Reading
October 2, 2023
Cosmetic & Plastic Surgery
body contouring, breast augmentation, breast implants, breast lift, breast reduction, eyelid surgery, facelift, fillers, lip enhancement, liposuction
The number of aesthetic plastic surgery procedures in 2022 rose 14% over the previous year, according to the latest data from the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (Aesthetic Society). The increase was fueled by the increasing popularity of nonsurgical procedures such as skin treatments, body contouring, fillers and neurotoxins, the report said. Top 2022 Continue Reading
August 30, 2023
Cosmetic & Plastic Surgery
abdominoplasty, body contouring, botox, botulinum toxin, breast augmentation, breast implants, breast lift, chemical peel, fillers, laser hair removal, liposuction, tummy tuck
The Hedden & Gunn Plastic Surgery family welcomes the addition of Joshua Halka, M.D. to its team of distinguished plastic surgeons. Dr. Halka brings an abundance of knowledge and expertise to our practice and will serve to be a tremendous asset to patients at our Birmingham, Alabama cosmetic surgery center. A talented surgeon who shares Continue Reading
The PDO Thread Lift is a procedure that uses a dissolvable sutures to tighten and lift your skin. It can be used in areas like sagging jowls, loose necklines, loss of cheek volume, fine lines and wrinkles. PDO Threads are made of colorless polyester that breaks down in your body after about 6 months. The Continue Reading
The annual global survey of aesthetic and cosmetic procedures shows a 19.3% increase in procedures performed by plastic surgeons in 2021, reports the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ISAPS). More than 12.8 million surgical and 17.5 million non-surgical procedures were performed worldwide, an increase of 33.3% over the last 4 years. Liposuction becomes top Continue Reading
January 10, 2023
Cosmetic & Plastic Surgery
abdominoplasty, botox, botulinum toxin, breast augmentation, eyelid surgery, fillers, laser hair removal, liposuction, male breast reduction, nose surgery, rhinoplasty, tummy tuck
A new survey found that minor facial scars, after healing, had little or no impact on how faces were rated for attractiveness. In fact, some scars were even linked to more favorable ratings, according to a study in the December issue of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, the official medical journal of the American Society of Continue Reading
Despite having a healthy diet and regular exercise, many people have bulges of unwanted fat that just refuse to go away. The amount of fat that accumulates in certain areas can depend on a number of factors, including inherited traits, body type and lifestyle aspects. Many of these men and women choose Liposuction to create Continue Reading
Enlargement of the male breast, called gynecomastia, can be a source of embarrassment and distress for teens and young men. Surgery to correct gynecomastia brings significant improvement in self-esteem and almost every aspect of quality of life, reports a study in the June issue of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, the official medical journal of the American Society Continue Reading
QWO has generated a flurry of awards since becoming the first FDA-approved injectable for moderate to severe cellulite in the buttocks of adult women. This unique beauty treatment was recently named among InStyle’s 2022 Best Beauty Buys. This recognition comes on the heels of honors from Elle and Shape Magazine. QWO has also been featured Continue Reading