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If you've battled against obesity and lost a significant amount of weight, then congratulations are in order. Weight loss is not easy for most of us, but an appropriate body weight is important for your overall health. For some people, dramatic weight loss can leave...

Injectable fillers have long been popular for hand rejuvenation, and now Restylane has FDA approval for use in the hands. Your hands can say a lot about you, including your age. As we get older, our skin gets thinner and we lose collagen and elastin. This...

"It was almost as if I had like a heavy backpack on my chest." If you are a woman with very large breasts, you can probably sympathize with Amber Rose, who made that statement in an interview with People magazine. Rose had a natural cup size of 36H, and said her...

When you imagine the typical plastic surgery patient, you probably think of a woman. That's because historically, the majority of patients seeking cosmetic procedures have been female. But trends are shifting, and more men are also now seeking plastic...

Is yours an innie, or an outie? We're talking belly buttons, and even if you used to have an innie, there are several reasons your belly button may have changed. Weight loss, pregnancy, an umbilical hernia, and even some laparoscopic surgeries can lead to a...

Many people use the terms "plastic surgery" and "cosmetic surgery" interchangeably. But when it comes to doctor training programs, there are some important differences between plastic and cosmetic surgery training. As you research the right surgeon for you, keep these...

For some women, a favorite dress or perfect swimsuit can look great in all areas but one ... the armpit area, where a bulge of flesh sometimes sticks out. The technical term for this is an "axillary roll," but most of our patients refer to it as "bra fat." This...

The latest report from the American Society of Plastic Surgeons confirms what we see in our office - an increase in people choosing minimally invasive cosmetic procedures. These types of procedures, like Botox, fillers and chemical peels, are up by almost 200% in this...

The tummy tuck procedure, also known as abdominoplasty, is a common surgery for women wanting to regain their pre-baby shape after pregnancy. But the benefits can be much more than aesthetic. We hear from tummy tuck patients all the time who say the procedure...

A lifetime of wearing heavy earrings can be tough on your earlobes. Over time, some earlobes become enlarged, even stretching enough that studs fall through the holes. If this sounds familiar, you may be glad to know there is a simple outpatient procedure that can...