Posted April 12, 2013 in Breast Augmentation, News & Research
In 2012 Breast Augmentation is the most popular plastic surgery procedure in the USA! Over the past decade, the amount of American women to undergo breast augmentation has increased by 45 percent, and this procedure has remained the most popular cosmetic surgical procedure in America. According to the latest statistics from the American Society of […]
Read MorePosted April 09, 2013 in Body Contouring, Body Lift, Breast Augmentation, Liposuction, Tummy Tuck (Abdominoplasty)
Plastic surgery following massive weight loss has become increasingly popular over the last few years. The achievement of losing a significant amount of weight through bariatric surgery or other means is definitely worth celebrating, but many find that their unwanted pounds are replaced by unwanted skin or fat deposits that are resistant to diet and […]
Read MorePosted April 09, 2013 in Breast Augmentation, Facelift, Facial Surgery, Rhinoplasty
In most cases, if you remove something from the body or cut the skin deep enough, a scar will replace it. The visibility of the scar depends on your skin color and type. However, there are a few ways to minimize scarring: Research limited incision techniques Oftentimes there are techniques available that minimize the appearance […]
Read MorePosted April 02, 2013 in Breast Augmentation, Saline Breast Implants
Many women notice that their breast implants seem to appear unnaturally high on the chest soon after their breast augmentation procedure. This is very common due to skin and tissue tightness and swelling, especially when the implant is inserted below the pectoral muscle. For up to a month after the procedure the breasts are usually […]
Read MorePosted March 12, 2013 in Cosmetic Injectables, Fillers and Injectables
It is not uncommon for people to think of nonsurgical facial rejuvenation as something only women consider. However, according to the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, over 320,000 men received BOTOX® Cosmetic injections in 2012, indicating that men, as well as women, are interested in looking their absolute best.
Read MorePosted March 12, 2013 in Facial Surgery, News & Research, Rhinoplasty
Every year, hundreds of men and women in Los Angeles look to rhinoplasty to correct imperfections with their nose, and understandably so. Your nose is one of your most noticeable features. Having a nose that compliments your other facial features is not only attractive, it’s an essential part of making a great first impression. But how do you decide what your nose should look like?
Read MorePosted March 12, 2013 in Body Contouring, Butt Lift, Mommy Makeover
According to the American Society of Plastic Surgeon (ASPS), of which Los Angeles plastic surgeon Dr. Martin O’Toole is a member, there has been a 114 percent increase in the number of butt lifts performed in the United States since the year 2000. The ASPS reports that there were nearly 3000 butt lifts performed in the US in 2012, many of which were combined with other procedures for post-bariatric body contouring.
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Read MorePosted March 12, 2013 in Facelift, Facial Surgery
Before committing to a facelift it is common to wonder how long results will last. While this is, of course, dependent on factors such as which type of facelift you have had, your age, and your lifestyle choices, new research has found this procedure often produces pleasing results for a number of years.
Read MorePosted February 20, 2013 in Mommy Makeover, Tummy Tuck (Abdominoplasty)
If you are considering a tummy tuck as part of a mommy makeover, you may be wondering what it will mean for any future pregnancies you may have, especially in regard to:
Read MorePosted February 20, 2013 in Cosmetic Injectables, Fillers and Injectables
The US Food and Drug Administration recently urged plastic surgeons and other physicians to make sure the BOTOX® Cosmetic they are treating their patients with is purchased from the USA. This past December, the FDA issued a warning to 350 medical practices that they may have received BOTOX Cosmetic from foreign countries, which would mean the BOTOX was unapproved by the FDA.
In the US, drugs and medical devices are regulated by the FDA. When the FDA approves something like BOTOX, it means:
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