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Getting the Most Out of Before-and-After Photos

There are many important factors that play a role in finding a plastic surgeon. These days, most searches start on the internet. Thanks to the web, we are able to read more about the surgeon, his or her practice, see what types of procedures are performed, and often can look at before and after photos. […]

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What is RealSelf.com?

  Plastic and reconstructive surgery is a personal decision, and so it comes as no surprise that many patients choose not to discuss their procedures. Even patients with successful treatments will shy away from leaving positive reviews on social media platforms simply out of their desire for privacy. Enter RealSelf.com, a community-driven website that allows […]

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How do I prepare for my plastic surgery consultation?

“How do I prepare for my plastic surgery consultation?” is a question we encourage all of our patients to ask. Alexander Graham Bell once said, “Before anything else, preparation is the key to success.” Preparing for surgery is no different, and your consultation is the first step in that process. Since we tend to get more […]

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Plastic Surgery For Men

It is a common misunderstanding that plastic surgery is primarily for women.  While statistics show that the majority of cosmetic procedures are performed on women, men are increasingly taking advantage of the benefits of plastic surgery. The American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) estimated that over 1.3 million aesthetic procedures were performed on men alone […]

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The Essentials

Looking into surgery can be a daunting task. How should a person choose a surgeon? What characteristics should be evaluated when looking at before and after photos? How can a smooth recovery be planned? Our new “The Essentials” page is the key to answering these questions and many more. This guide was written by Dr. […]

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Why is it Called “Plastic” Surgery?

What is “Plastic” About Plastic Surgery? Plastic surgery has been around for a long time– about 5000 years, in fact. Even the name “plastic surgery” has been around for nearly 140 years: long before plastic was invented (the material “Bakelite” was developed in 1909), and certainly well before silicone was around. So why is our […]

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Differences

One of the more difficult aspects of writing is knowing what people are interested in reading about.  Thirty seconds into a story about woodworking, or photography, or something else I find interesting, my wife’s eyes start to glaze over, her blood pressure drops, and her pulse becomes thready. Sometimes I finish a story right before […]

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