Category Archives: Aesthetic Surgery

ASJ March/April 2015 Article HighlightAchilleas Thoma, MD Dr. Achilleas Thoma discusses his newly published article: Methodological Guide to Adopting New Aesthetic Surgical Innovations that appears in the March/April issue of the Aesthetic Surgery... By: ASJOnline … Continue reading →

St. Louis, Missouri (PRWEB) March 30, 2015 Each year, the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery publishes a multi-specialty statistical report, detailing everything from Botox to liposuction. St. Louis West County Plastic Surgeons team watches for the results to get a better understanding of industry trends that play out at the practice and around the country. The doctors use this information as part of their ongoing effort to offer techniques and services of the sort that recently led to their getting voted Best Cosmetic Surgery Center in St. Louis by Ladue News. This year the 18th year the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery compiled and released its information the figures were published on March 11, revealing that the numbers of surgical and non-surgical procedures performed in the United States stayed consistent from 2013 to 2014. Despite the overall constancy, however, there have been some shifts in who is getting specific cosmetic surgeries. The number of men choosing liposuction and other procedures has been growing, making what the society calls dramatic increases in male aesthetic cosmetic procedures over the last five years. The president of the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, Michael Edwards, said in his announcement that it … Continue reading →

ASJ March 2015 Issue Highlight Editor in Chief Dr. Foad Nahai discusses the newly published March issue of the Aesthetic Surgery Journal and identifies several choice articles that are must-read along with an announcement... By: ASJOnline … Continue reading →

Scottsdale, Arizona (PRWEB) March 25, 2015 Dr. Daniel Shapiro, a renowned Scottsdale plastic surgeon and owner of Shapiro Aesthetic Plastic Surgery and Skin Klinic, has announced the addition of a new nurse to his team that will assist in administering injections. Sara Katzenbach, R.N., joins the practice with extensive experience in the medical field. Katzenbach is a registered nurse who completed her Bachelors of Science degree in Psychology and Biology from Arizona State University. Following graduation, Katzenbach served the Tempe community as a crisis counselor for the Tempe Police and Fire Departments. Prior to joining Dr. Shapiros practice, Katzenbach continued her education as an EMT and worked at Scottsdale Healthcare while completing her degree in nursing. With a passion for beauty and a knack for style, Sara possesses an innate desire to help others look and feel her best, said Dr. Shapiro. Sara brings a wealth of experience and technique to our practice and we are excited to introduce her to you. Katzenbach will be one of two talented nurse injectors administering the wide array of injectable fillers Dr. Shapiro offers at his Skin Klinic. These treatments include some of the most popular and effective injectable treatments available today including … Continue reading →

Editor's Choice: In Their Own Words (March 2015)Aaron Kosins, MD Dr. Aaron Kosins discusses technique in his recently published article The Osseocartilaginous Vault of the Nose: Q58 Anatomy and Surgical Observations in the March 2015 issue of the Aesthetic... By: ASJOnline … Continue reading →

Our mission is to be a comprehensive resource dedicated to providing up-to-date, authoritative advice and deliver great information in an easy to understand format for anyone interested in plastic or cosmetic surgery. PlasticSurgeryGuide.com - a premier consumer's guide to cosmetic plastic surgery. The detailed profiles and testimonials in our Plastic Surgeon Directory will help guide you through that critical first step in deciding who to trust with your procedure. In our directory you'll find and be able to contact the best local specialists in your area in virtually every plastic or cosmetic surgery procedure, from breast implants and rhinoplasty to liposuction and Botox. In the directory you will only find cosmetic plastic surgeons certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery - meaning they've undergone intensive training and repeated testing to ensure they uphold the highest medical standards. Want to learn more about the specific procedure you are considering? Schedule a free consultation with a Board Certified Surgeon in your local area. Get real answers to all your questions - there is no reason to wait to learn your options 3,200+ Board Certified Surgeons are waiting to hear from you to give you the opportunity to learn more about the … Continue reading →

OWINGS MILLS, Md., March 20, 2015 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ --Some may be surprised to hear that labiaplasty can be life-changing, but Karen Elizabeth Boyle, MD, a Baltimore-based urologist, sexual health expert and surgeon at Chesapeake Aesthetic Surgery can attest to the fact that labiaplasty helps restore lost confidence and sexual function in many of her female patients. "Through the media, we are bombarded with images of what 'normal' women's bodies should look like. But normal is certainly subjective when it comes to a woman's self-perception," explains Dr. Boyle. "Many women who have enlarged labia feel embarrassed, self-conscious and even shy away from intimacy. Labiaplasty has proven to be life-changing for so many women, helping them to regain sexual function as well as confidence in their appearance and sexuality." What is an Enlarged Labia? Some women are born with enlarged or abnormally shaped labia, which become apparent during puberty. With labial enlargement, the tissue can hang down a few inches outside the labia majora or outer labia causing women to feel self-conscious and uncomfortable, and can cause problems with intercourse and intimacy. Weight loss or weight gain as well as pregnancy and childbirthcan cause changes to the labia and pubic area which can … Continue reading →

Marina Plastic Surgery Presents Cellulaze, an effective long lasting treatment for Cellulite HD 1 Many other anti-cellulite treatments focus on cellulite superficially, applying treatment above the skin. Only Cellulaze treats the fibrous bands beneath the skin, while also thickening and... By: Marshall Ross Thompson … Continue reading →

updated August 8, 2014 Are you unhappy with the shape of your body or one of your facial features? Plastic surgery procedures are designed to address cosmetic flaws that make patients feel self conscious about their appearance. At DocShop, we have complete information about various plastic surgery procedures, including their costs, associated risks, surgical techniques, and benefits. Browse our website to learn more about the plastic surgery procedure that you desire. Simply click on the area of the body that you would like to improve upon, then navigate to the appropriate plastic surgery procedure; or continue reading to learn more about the five most commonly performed procedures in the United States. As your physical appearance matures, the plastic surgery options that yield the best results will change as well. Depending upon your unique aesthetic needs and physical characteristics, which change with age, some procedures are more suitable than others for achieving the look you desire. Learn more about cosmetic procedures that are commonly performed on people in your age group and watch our plastic surgery video to find out if treatment is right for you. Please note that a full consultation with a cosmetic surgeon is necessary to determine precisely … Continue reading →

When you hear the term plastic surgery, you may think of an actor with a new body shape or a gray-haired CEO with a youthful face. If so, youre not wrong plastic surgery is often done for aesthetic reasons. But that just touches on one part of the broad scope of this field. According to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, more than 20 million plastic surgery procedures were done in the U.S. last year, to enhance appearance and also to restore normal function and appearance. These differing objectives point to the two disciplines that fall under the umbrella term of plastic surgery. One is reconstructive surgery, which is done to correct defects from disease, congenital problems or injuries. For example, in 2012 more than 27,000 people had reconstructive surgery to repair damage from dog bites. Other reconstructive surgeries include: Breast reconstruction after mastectomy or lumpectomy. Breast reduction for women with significant adverse symptoms from heavy breasts. Repair of congenital defects such as cleft lip or palate, webbed fingers or toes, and other conditions. Laceration repair. Scar revision to make scars less visible. Hand surgeries for conditions such as carpal tunnel syndrome, nerve or tendon repairs, contractures and many injuries. … Continue reading →