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Radiofrequency Skin Treatments Vs. Laser Therapy: What’s the Difference?

Posted September 29, 2021 in Facial Lasers, Facial Rejuvenation, Radiofrequency Skin Tightening

4 Minute Read: Today, there are non-surgical skin therapies available to treat nearly any cosmetic concern. Some of the most innovative techniques include laser and radiofrequency treatments. Both of these treatments use heat, and because the devices look somewhat similar and are used to combat aging signs, they are often combined into one category. However, […]

3 Ways Laser Hair Removal Can Improve Your Life

Posted September 13, 2021 in Laser Hair Removal

2 Minute Read: The frustration of removing body hair on a daily basis is familiar to many men and women. Whether you shave, wax, or pluck, it’s a time-consuming hassle that can be tough on the skin. One of the best ways out of that tiresome routine involves laser hair removal. It’s a non-invasive technique […]

What Are Some of the Best Ways to Lose Weight Before a Breast Reduction?

Posted September 01, 2021 in Breast Procedures, Breast Reduction Surgery

3 Minute Read: Being at or near your ideal weight is crucial before undergoing breast reduction. Losing weight will give you a better chance of loving your results and make matching your ideal bust size to your new body shape easier. However, many patients struggle with weight loss and do not know where to start. […]

Why Should You Combine Body and Breast Procedures Into a Mommy Makeover?

Posted August 17, 2021 in Mommy Makeover

3 Minute Read: Are you looking to rejuvenate your body’s appearance after pregnancy or weight loss? Maybe you are dealing with sagging or deflated breasts and excess skin and fat in the abdominal region and are seeking to achieve beautiful proportions and complete body rejuvenation. Since different parts of the body are affected after pregnancy, […]

How to Choose Breast Implants According to Your Lifestyle?

Posted August 02, 2021 in Breast Augmentation, Breast Procedures

3 Minute Read: Everyone has different needs and goals for plastic surgery. Depending on your lifestyle, the right implant size for someone else may not work for you. You may be of the same height, frame, and weight as your friend but require a different-sized breast implant, so do not fixate on how many CC’s […]

Think Tummy Tuck Is Easy? Learn How You Should Start Preparing for Your Body Contouring Procedure Now

Posted July 27, 2021 in Tummy Tuck

4 Minute Read: Tummy tuck surgery can provide life-changing results, as the body contouring procedure will make you look and feel fabulous. Many men and women are considering tummy tuck surgery this summer, particularly as more people are venturing into a reopening world and wanting to look their best for it. However, as tummy tuck […]

Why Are More Millennials Getting Massages?

Posted July 19, 2021 in Massage Therapy

3 Minute Read: We live in a world with increasing stress, including stress at work, stress at home, stress over social media, and, most recently, stress due to COVID-19. Millennials are also becoming increasingly interested in health and well-being, and they are using alternative therapies, including massage therapy, to help reduce stress in their lives. […]

Will Body Contouring Be the “It” Procedure in 2021?

Posted July 06, 2021 in Body Sculpting, Non-surgical Body Contouring

4 Minute Read: Over the last few decades, breast augmentation was the most popular procedure in the United States. Hundreds of thousands of women were choosing to enhance their breasts with implants every year — and while that number is still significant, 2019 and 2020 did demonstrate a decrease in yearly breast augmentations performed. At […]

Do Neurotoxins and Fillers Work in the Jawline?

Posted June 22, 2021 in Injectable Fillers

2 Minute Read: A chiseled and defined jawline is one of the key elements of a beautifully sculpted face. It evokes a look of confidence and strength, qualities that both men and women desire. Unfortunately, as we age, the skin begins to sag, and the jaw muscles start to shrink, causing our once youthful face […]

What Are Some Top Exercises for Getting Rid of Unwanted Fat, and What if They’re Not Enough?

Posted June 08, 2021 in Body Sculpting, Plastic Surgery

3 Minute Read: Are you concerned about unwanted fat? Are you not toning up even though you live an active lifestyle? One of the best ways to get rid of fat is to engage in exercises that increase your cardiovascular activity to burn fat and kickstart your weight-loss journey. The more body fat you burn, […]

What Should I Eat to Look Younger?

Posted June 02, 2021 in Skin Care, Skin Health

3 Minute Read: While aging is a natural and inevitable part of life, the foods you eat can make all the difference in helping you age better. With the right diet, you can help turn back the hands of time and keep the doctor away. Here are some of the easy-to-find foods that will keep […]

Which Laser Treatments Are the Safest for Darker Skin Tones?

Posted May 25, 2021 in Laser Hair Removal, Laser Treatments

3 Minute Read: Some of the patients we see who are considering laser resurfacing or laser hair removal worry that their skin tone isn’t a good match for the treatment. This is with good reason. For decades, women and men with skin of color have been discouraged from using laser treatments since darker skin tones […]