The word plastic from plastic surgery derives from the Greek work plastikos meaning to mold or shape. In 2000 BC, India was the leader in reconstructive surgical techniques. Sushruta, who resided in Benaras, India in the 6th Century BC was…
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Like most cosmetic surgeries, face lifts are not minor procedures. The techniques used to perform a rhytidectomy, or face lift, are extensive and invasive, making it important for anyone considering this procedure to research every aspect of the surgery and…
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Blepharoplasty is plastic surgery on the eyelids or the palpebra. Palpebral and blepharo both refer to the eyelids and Karl Ferdinand von Grafe coined the phrase blepharoplasty in 1817. At that time he was using the technique to repair deformities…
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For some women, wearing sleeveless clothing is not an option. Even some of the most physically fit women may have excess fat on the upper arms. No amount of diet and exercise is able to tone this area. However, women…
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As has been noted in so many articles, books and other media outlets, liposuction is fast becoming one of the most highly sought cosmetic surgery procedures in the developed world. Many people think of liposuction as an easy way to…
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While many people scoff at the idea of undergoing a surgical procedure in order to sculpt and shape various parts of their bodies, there are just as many people who have opted to go “under the knife” with reasonable and…
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July 7th 7:30am. This is my surgery date for tumescent liposculpting. I am doing my upper and lower abs, flanks, hips, and back. My entire life, I have always had this shape. Or should I say Miss-shape. I have never…
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Nowadays, the Tattoo Laser Removal Procedure is a common choice to remove unwanted tattoos. Getting your tattoo removed by the laser procedure is usually a painful and lengthy process. Also, you will find that tattoo removal is a lot more expensive…
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Bellybutton piercings are very popular these days. A large number of women, and an increasingly large amount of men, are now piercing their navels and adorning them with beautiful jewelry. Unfortunately, in light of this piercing’s popularity, many people fail…
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When I tell people I have a genital piercing (more specifically a vertical clitoral hood piercing) their reaction usually ranges anywhere from horror to fascination. “Didn’t it hurt?” is usually their first question, followed by, “So how do you take…
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The reasons why you should not drink alcohol – or worse, get completely drunk – before being tattooed should be obvious. However, a quick internet search will reveal plenty of photographic evidence that suggests this may not be the case. …
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The treatment of moderate to severe acne scarring is approached in numerous options- from creams, lotions, surgical removal, and grafting; acne scarring treatment can be time consuming and messy. Laser treatments offer another spectrum of individualistic approach altogether; laser treatment…
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A person’s self-esteem is comprised of many different aspects. There is our mental side, our emotional side, our spiritual side, and our physical side. If we are less than confident in just one of these areas of our lives, it…
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From the time cosmetic surgery entered the mainstream and became widely available to everyone, breast enlargement has been incredibly popular. There has always been a significant amount of pressure on women to look good and the size of their breasts…
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Cosmetic surgery may have grown in popularity over the past few years, as prices have fallen and the wider public has become aware of the range of surgical procedures available, but that doesn’t mean you should necessarily go down the…
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Having had small breasts all of my life, I have grown accustomed to the teasing and judgments that people feel free to hand out to us “littlest angels”. I always admired the Dolly Partons and Pamela Andersons of the world…
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Cosmetic surgery has become incredibly popular over the past few decades as Hollywood trends have entered the mainstream. Once the preserve of the rich and famous, cosmetic surgery has become more affordable as the number of cosmetic surgeons has increased…
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Liposuction techniques have improved over the last twenty five years. With the introduction of the tumescent technique, many previous complications were eliminated. This was accomplished due to local anesthesia and the right combination of liposuction formulas. However, there are still…
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Individuals may require reconstructive plastic surgery for wounds sustained from any number of reasons such as trauma, prior surgery, tissue infection, burns, and cancers. A wound bed composed of tissue that has a good blood supply and is durable generally…
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Not all breasts are created equal which is why anyone thinking of breast augmentation needs a guide to breast implants. Breast implants come in many varieties, price ranges, and methods of insertion. What you will find here is a quick…
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Lipodissolve is a generic term being used, perhaps a bit inappropriately, for a series of fat-busting injections. It is actually a type of mesotherapy treatment known as lipolysis which uses a chemical cocktail and a series of 4 to 10…
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Laser skin rejuvenation is a cosmetic procedure in which a board certified dermatologist removes facial redness, scarring, wrinkles, birth marks, age spots, and enlarged blood vessels. This is considered a non-invasive procedure since the skin is not actually removed. The…
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Breast implants are a phenomena that appear to be here forever. Most women at some time at least think about whether implants may be for them regardless of whether they actually get them or not. Breast implants are not always…
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As people get older, their skin is prone to damage from the aging process. While there are many reasons for the aging of skin, this article outlines some of the main reasons, and how to overcome these problems. Lifestyle as…
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With the general preoccupation of retaining one’s youthful appearance, it is really quite clear as to why so many people undergo cosmetic surgeries such as face lifts in order to achieve this. A rhytidectomy is like losing twenty years of…
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Liposuction was invented by Dr. Giorgio Fischer, an Italian gynecologist, in 1974. Dr. Fischer was the first surgeon to practice Cosmetic Surgery in Italy. Over the years, several other surgeons have contributed to improve the procedure. Today, liposuction is so…
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The medical term for facelift is Rhytidectomy. This is a surgical procedure carried out on the face and neck for the purpose of improving the appearance of aging skin or to correct noticeable imperfections. A qualified surgeon performs this cosmetic…
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Congratulations, you have just gotten a new piercing! While this is a very exciting and thrilling time, you will want to take care of yourself and the piercing to ensure optimal healing. You will now have to take care of…
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In July of 2007, Sarwer et. al. published a review article in The American Journal of Psychiatry investigating recent research linking surgical breast enhancement and suicide. The studies revealed that the suicide rate of women who received cosmetic breast implants…
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Ear piercing is probably the most common form of body modification in the world. It is seen as an inexpensive, safe, and easy way to enhance a person’s physical appearance. Because ear piercing is so commonplace, few people realize the…
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