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5 Things to Look for in a Plastic Surgeon

Posted July 04, 2011 in Board Certified Doctors, Plastic Surgeon Qualifications

As the old adage goes, the question of who can you trust is apt for choosing your plastic surgeon.

Cosmetic vs. Reconstructive Plastic Surgery

Posted July 04, 2011 in Cosmetic Plastic Surgery, Reconstructive Plastic Surgery

Although the years have yielded refined techniques that reflect increased knowledge and scientific advancement, the purpose and intent of plastic surgery have endured the passage of time: to strengthen individuals’ self-confidence through cosmetic and reconstructive procedures.

Plastic Surgery in the 20th Century

Posted July 04, 2011 in Plastic Surgery History

In the last post, we discussed the origins of plastic surgery. For this week’s post, we’ll focus on a booming period for plastic surgery: the early 20th century.

Plastic Surgery Origins

Posted July 02, 2011 in Infographics, Plastic Surgery History

Although some trivialize plastic surgery as the gamut of unnecessary procedures that bespeak the narcissism of celebrities and those who aspire to be like them, it is in truth, a highly specialized field of medicine that restores form and function.

Celebrity Plastic Surgery

Posted July 01, 2011 in Botox, Celebrity Plastic Surgery

With tabloids and entertainment press, most of us undoubtedly see photos of stars on magazines and the Internet quite often. So when a celebrity is spotted and their appearance has altered, most of us ask, “Did they have work done?”