What Is Elective Surgery? – Overview I’ve heard the term “elective surgery,” but I’m not sure what it means. Is it just a procedure that you choose to get, like a nose job? – Heather The name “elective” might imply that Read more…
Laparoscopic or “minimally invasive” surgery is a specialized technique for performing surgery. In the past, this technique was commonly used for gynecologic surgery and for gall bladder surgery. Over the last 10 years the use of this technique has expanded Read more…
A lip lift is a plastic surgery procedure that shortens the distance between the top border of the upper lip and the bottom (base) of the nose. It creates a fuller, younger looking top lip by increasing the amount of “pink lip” and Read more…
Laser resurfacing is a procedure which is aimed at rejuvenating the face. It works by injuring the top layers of your skin, the epidermis, causing a signal which promotes regeneration of new skin at the top layer of the skin. While Read more…
If you have a surgical procedure that involves an incision, a scar will form where the incision was closed. This new scar tissue is formed from myofibroblasts and collagen fibers which are produced by your body in response to the Read more…
Fat grafting, also referred to as fat transfer or fat injections, is the surgical process by which fat is transferred from one area of the body to another area. The surgical goal is to improve or augment the area where Read more…
Questions to Ask Your Surgeon About Fat Grafting From healing scars to breast reconstructions, to Brazilian butt lifts, fat grafting (also referred to as fat injection or fat transfer) is an exciting new frontier in plastic surgery and regenerative medicine. Read more…