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Canine Plastic Surgery: Why Some Dogs are Going Under the Knife
Obie the Obese Dachshund stepped on the social media scene in 2012 in a video proclaiming his efforts to lose weight. Weighing in at a hefty 77 pounds, Obie had difficulty moving around with his dragging belly. To put that in perspective, the average healthy dachshund weighs between 16 and 32 pounds. The dachshund’s new ... Read more
Breast Augmentation: Types, Surgery, Recovery, and Cost
What is a breast augmentation? A breast augmentation is a surgical procedure performed to increase the size and volume of the breasts, either by inserting implants under the breast tissue, or by grafting fat harvested from other parts of the body into the breast tissue, itself. Breast augmentation with breast implants is by far the ... Read more
Diastasis Recti (Abdominal Separation): Symptoms, At-Home Test, Exercises, and Surgery
What is diastasis recti? Diastasis recti of the outermost recti abdominal muscles occurs when the linea alba — a connective collagen layer that runs down the midline of the abdomen — becomes stretched and thinned during pregnancy. This issue, also known as abdominal separation or ab separation, can give your post-partum tummy a permanently bloated, puffy appearance, and is ... Read more
Top 10 Plastic Surgery Procedures for Men in 2019
More guys are going under the knife for cosmetic purposes than ever before. The rising popularity of these 10 procedures is a sign that many men have finally come to embrace plastic surgery as the norm. Cosmetic procedures performed by qualified physicians have always been a popular option for those wishing to refine specific areas ... Read more
The Road to Empowerment: Is Plastic Surgery a Feminist Statement?
Traditional feminist theory suggests that women who subject themselves to elective cosmetic surgery do so in an effort to make themselves more attractive to men, and that the ordeal, not to mention the expense, of going under the knife for aesthetic reasons is motivated by a desperate attempt to realize unrealistic societal standards of what ... Read more
Breast Reduction for Back Pain: Is Surgery the Answer?
When non-surgical strategies fail, reduction mammoplasty may be the only realistic and permanent solution to chronic back pain caused by large breasts. We questioned two board-certified plastic surgeons on the physical problems that can accompany large breasts, and the recommended treatments for these concerns. Here’s what they had to say. Problems caused by large breasts ... Read more
Why You Can’t Get the Cosmetic Surgery You Want
One of the most appealing features of plastic surgery is that it can aesthetically achieve what often seems impossible. Plastic surgery allows individuals to fulfill their deepest cosmetic desires and in so doing, can powerfully renew self-confidence and self esteem. Those who have undergone plastic surgical procedures would generally agree that it offers a realistic, ... Read more
Complete Guide to Butt Enhancement Surgery: Techniques, Cost, and Recovery
Buttock contouring surgery — or butt lift for short — is a relatively new procedure in the world of cosmetic surgery, yet recently released statistics show that its popularity is on the rise. This guide details the various surgical procedures performed to enhance the volume and shape of the buttocks. The Anatomy of the Buttocks Men ... Read more
Guide to Brow Lift Surgery: Cost, Recovery, and Results
A brow lift surgically rejuvenates the upper third of the face by smoothing out wrinkles and frown lines across the forehead and between the eyes. This guide provides answers to all the most frequently asked questions on this time-honored cosmetic procedure. Updated, September 2017 What Is a Brow Lift? A smooth and relaxed forehead is synonymous with a ... Read more
Complete Guide to Breast Lift Surgery
Breast lift surgery — also known as mastopexy — corrects low-hanging breasts by removing excess skin and repositioning the nipples. As a result, the breasts are given a firmer, more perky and aesthetically pleasing appearance. Why Consider Breast Lift Surgery? Beautiful breasts are firm, elevated breasts. However, breast sagging is a reality women face as ... Read more
