There is a frequently performed surgical procedure in the U.S. that is continuing to receive more and more patient satisfaction by the year – breast augmentation. And for women considering breast augmentation, there are three safety measures you can take to ensure peace of mind before, during and after your surgery.
For those of us looking for a way to get rid of unwanted hair, laser hair removal has been a popular choice. However, there are also many people biting their lips and wondering: doesn’t laser hair removal hurt? Laser Hair Removal vs. Shaving and Waxing Well, compared to what exactly? From my own personal experience,… Continue Reading »
When you meet with your surgeon for a consultation, one of the things that will come up in determining whether surgery is right for you is whether or not you smoke. This is because smoking increases the risk of complications after major surgery, and thus might make you ineligible for a given procedure. But all… Continue Reading »
According to a new study, yes, women who have had a breast augmentation are happier now that they have bigger breasts. But why? Is it simply because a fuller bra can just instantly make a woman’s life better? Not necessarily. The real connection here is self-confidence. The study surveyed a group of women who had… Continue Reading »
MemoryShape gets the OK from the FDA When it comes to breast augmentation, one size (or shape) doesn’t fit all. There are many different types of implants to choose from, and differences range from shape, size, the type of material it’s filled with, and even where in your body they’re placed. Well, a new type… Continue Reading »
The two treatments aren’t interchangeable When discussing issues of wrinkles and slowing the signs of aging, we often recommend asking your surgeon about the possible benefits of injectables like Botox or wrinkle fillers. While it’s true that both are treatments designed to fight wrinkles, they’re not the same, and they each fight wrinkles in specialized… Continue Reading »
The Latest Options for Fuller Lips To “pay lip service” means to insincerely express agreement, allegiance or respect. Don’t confuse this with lip augmentation, as we sincerely believe it can treat your thin or flat lips. Options for Lip Augmentation Fillers are the most common option for lip augmentation. The best fillers for lips include… Continue Reading »
Wrinkles that travel from each side of the nose to the corners of your mouth are known as nasolabial folds, nasal labial folds, or simply “smile lines.” Nasolabial wrinkles are often the first lines that people seen around the mouth. Many are bothered by them and seek a treatment to remove or erase them. Nasolabial… Continue Reading »
As we approach beach season in Rancho Cucamonga, it might be time to laser that peach fuzz from our faces. It sneaks up on you, I know. You wake up one morning, look in the mirror and realize that your peaches-and-cream-complexion morphed into something like the peach itself – complete with a fine layer of… Continue Reading »
What’s safe while there’s a bun in the oven? A lot of things are suddenly off-limits to expectant mothers once they become pregnant, until that baby’s out in the world and eating strained peas from a jar. Anything from obvious no-nos, like alcohol and caffeine, to less obvious things such as Vitamin A and oxybenzone… Continue Reading »
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