Have the years changed the look of your face? If you are over 40, would be a miracle if they hadn’t. Gravity, loss of skin elasticity, weight gain/loss and many other factors can change the shape of your face and skin as you age. A facelift is a surgical option to lift and tighten the…
Many children are born with misshaped ears from a variety of congenital disorders. In some cases the hearing is affected, while in other circumstances, the ear functions correctly but is deformed. Growing up with deformed ears can be embarrassing and difficult for a child, affecting their self-esteem and confidence. Ear reconstruction and otoplasty are surgical…
Although the term “chemical peel” may sound scary and painful, it is actually a very safe and effective treatment to improve your skin. In reality, it is not usually chemicals, but natural elements that are used to help dissolve the top layer of skin. As the skin repairs, new skin cells are formed that can…
Tattoo are very common nowadays, with an estimated 40% of people under the age of 40 having a tattoo. What is also very common is regret for some of the tattoos that are inked on a person’s body. Many people decide to get tattoos when they are young, not realizing that what seemed like a…
Melanoma is not the most common type of skin cancer, but it can be one of the most dangerous. Although curable if caught early, the danger lies in the fact that it can quickly spread to other areas of the body where it is harder to treat. Melanomas can look very similar to a mole,…
Breast cancer is a real threat to the health and lives of women, with hundreds of thousands of women diagnosed each year in the U.S. It is one of the leading cancers to cause deaths in women, making it vital to fight this disease. The best way to treat and survive breast cancer is through…
Uterine fibroids are a growth that can occur within the uterus. These are non-cancerous growths that are not associated with uterine cancer, yet can cause complications and symptoms for the woman. Although they are common and can be present without any symptoms, it is important to know what the symptoms and treatment options are if…
Whether you were trying to get pregnant or it’s a happy surprise, if this is your first baby, you may feel a little overwhelmed. It is normal to be excited, scared, happy and anxious, all at the same time. You want to do everything right and get ready for this new phase of your life.…
There are several conditions that can cause facial paralysis. Bells Palsy and stroke are two of the most common causes, leaving the person with limited or no movement of their facial muscles. This can often occur only on one side of the face, changing the person’s appearance and ability to talk, chew or show emotions…
Rhinoplasty or also called a ‘nose job’ is one of the most commonly requested cosmetic or plastic surgeries. The nose is the central feature on the face and can impact the entire appearance of an individual. Although one of the most popular surgeries in facial plastic surgery, it also is very complicated and can take…
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