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Mar
As with any type of surgery there are a variety of risks and complications that can occur. Patients should discuss pre, post and in-surgery care, risks and potential complications and create a plan to minimize them. Using an experienced board-certified plastic surgeon (not a doctor that took a plastic surgery course) should be at the […]
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Mar
Many female patients that have experienced a mastectomy to treat breast cancer may need a little more than a form or specialty bra to feel normal again. Making the decision to get breast implants and reconstructing what was lost can assist in creating a positive and emotional experience for a patient. Patients should choose a […]
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Mar
You wouldn’t trust your pharmacist with fixing your car so why do many patients allow a non-certified board plastic surgeon perform their breast augmentations? In an article featured in the “New York Times” a patient got a tummy tuck and facelift procedure for whom she believed to be a board-certified surgeon. Turns out, her Beverly […]
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Mar
With the egregious amount of news surrounding non-plastic surgeon doctors inflicting botched procedures on their unsuspecting patients it is critical for patients to know the right way to find and verify the credentials of a board-certified plastic surgeon. Before booking a cosmetic procedure, there are five things each patient should do to verify their plastic […]
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Feb
By Leslie Howard Stevens – Follow me on Google+ For many patients that have spent time and energy working towards weight-loss goals, being diligent with diet, exercise and transforming their bodies, dealing with excess skin after a major milestone can put a damper on their new looks. Instead of hiding in Spanks and other garments […]
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