Dr. Lissa just sat her re-certification exam in plastic surgery and one of the most striking questions for her involved identifying the procedure which is associated with the worse scar in plastic surgery. Well, the answer is traditional brachioplasty scar and this was no surprise to Dr. Lissa! Poor scars destroy the cosmetic look of any plastic […]
IS HIGH BMI / PLUS SIZE LIPOSUCTION FOR ME ? Liposuction has historically been performed in clients with lower BMI’s (BMI 21-30). As the success of liposuction increased clients with larger BMI’s underwent liposuction with very mixed results . Some common problems encountered were: Medical Problems: Lung & Heart Disorders Poorly Controlled Diabetes and Hypertension […]
Awake liposuction has been performed in varying limited forms since the tumescent liposuction technique was introduced in the early seventies. Since this time technological advancements in liposuction have occurred and now fat using the appropriate fat extracting modalities can be removed more efficiently than ever. The result generally accomplishes spot fat reduction and a streamline […]
A keloid scar is an overgrowth of scar tissue that sometimes forms after a cut or other event that results in trauma to the skin has healed. It is uncertain why these scars form, and they do not form every time there is an injury to the skin. They do seem more likely in people between 10 […]
Abdominoplasty is more popularly known as a tummy tuck. It is one of the most common cosmetic procedures to assist both men and women in having a smooth, flat stomach, although women are the most common candidates for this type of aesthetic surgery. Abdominoplasty offers an option for those who have resistant fat that is hanging […]
Choosing to get rhinoplasty is a major decision. You are about to undergo a permanent change to your facial structure. Whether you are dealing with a nose that is too large, too sharp or you have a hump on your nose, our experienced and talented plastic surgeon at Atlanta APC Plastic Surgery can help you to get the results […]
When we are younger, there are very few things that are as enjoyable as spending the day out on the beach, getting a tan and having fun with friends and family. When you have a tan, you feel healthy and you feel like your skin looks attractive. And science has proven that when you spend […]
You wake up with back pain every day and it follows you throughout your day. It is still with you when you try to go to sleep, stealing your good night’s rest. You’ve tried visits to the chiropractor. You take pain medication every day. Nothing really works. You need to get to the source of […]
Some people dread the idea of wearing tank tops, swimsuits and other revealing clothing. This is because they have a lot of loose arm skin. If you are sick and tired of loose skin hanging on your arms, consider ThermiTight®. Individuals experience loose arm skin for a variety of reasons. First, this is something that naturally […]
As a woman ages, the effects of gravity, pregnancy, breastfeeding, weight changes and simple aging can take a toll on her bust. It’s not at all uncommon for a woman to notice sagging or a loss of firmness at early as 40. If you feel your breasts are beginning to sag or droop, a breast lift can […]
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