How surgeons assess emotional readiness for plastic surgery
For many patients, deciding to undergo plastic surgery is a deeply personal choice. Emotional readiness plays an important role in a patient's physical recovery, overall satisfaction with their procedure and long-term self-perception in the months and years after the procedure.
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Thigh lifts are on the rise
It doesn't have the cache of other plastic surgery procedures like deep plane facelifts, and its downtime makes it one of the more taxing cosmetic operations - but its results can be life-changing for the right patients.
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The top 10 things plastic surgeons want you to know about breast implants
There is a lot to think about when considering a breast augmentation. Few women wake up in the morning and decide to get breast implants and then schedule surgery that same afternoon. In fact, most have thought about it for years, scrolled social media and scoured the internet before booking a consultation.
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What is gynecomastia surgery, and is it right for you?
It wasn't that long ago that celebrities passed off their plastic surgery as, "Oh, I'm drinking more water." Flash forward a decade or so, and John Cena is one of the many public figures who are talking openly about procedures they've had - Cena, for his part, had a hair transplant. There's been a definite "societal shift in attitudes towards plastic surgery," said Josef Hadeed, MD, FACS.
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How to best plan for the year ahead if you re considering plastic surgery
Many reflect on themselves and the changes they'd like to see in the coming months as the new year begins. Whether it's spending more time with family, getting back into shape or focusing on learning a new skill, a new year is always filled with the promise of opportunity for positive change.
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