Posted March 01, 2012
Nearly every cosmetic and plastic surgery website displays images of beautiful patients that showcase the surgeon’s talent. My website does the same. However, many of these sites have a small disclaimer in the bottom right-hand corner of each photo. Perhaps you should take a closer look: Yes, each of these photos clearly say “model.” Translation: […]
Read MorePosted February 03, 2012
Last week Jean-Claude Mas, the founder of now-defunct breast implant manufacturer PIP, was arrested by French authorities. His company, Poly Implant Prothese (PIP), was closed in March 2010 amid controversy. He is accused of manslaughter and involuntary injuries caused by ruptured silicone PIP implants, which were made from industrial-grade silicone (designed for use in mattresses), […]
Read MorePosted January 23, 2012
There are three possible reasons for the abdomen to protrude: 1. Excessive abdominal wall fat This is best addressed by dieting, exercise, and weight loss and/ or abdominal liposuction. 2. Excessive laxity of the abdominal wall Pregnancy, significant weight loss, and aging loosen the abdominal wall. Full tummy tuck entails permanent sutures used to tighten […]
Read MorePosted January 13, 2012
Tummy tuck (abdominoplasty) is an excellent option for many women who have experienced stretched-out, hanging skin, excessive fat, and laxity of the abdominal wall following pregnancy and/or major weight loss. One major downside of the procedure: it hurts. Specifically, cinching in the abdominal wall by 4 or 5 inches can be very uncomfortable. How do […]
Read MorePosted January 06, 2012
Fiction! I am not sure just how this urban myth got started, though I have a hunch. Both FDA-approved US breast implant manufacturers, Allergan and Mentor, offer a 10-year limited warranty on their products. Although the warranty expires after ten years, the implants do not. (Assuming that you have a 36,000 mile warranty on your […]
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