Posted December 02, 2013 in Facial Rejuvenation, Injectables, Non Surgical Cosmetic Treatments
Dermal fillers provide a safe and effective way for men and women to restore a rejuvenated look to their faces. Designed specifically to eliminate fine lines and wrinkles around the nose, mouth, and lower part of the face, filler treatment takes just a few minutes with little to no downtime. At our Birmingham practice we […]
Read MorePosted November 20, 2013 in Breast Enhancement, Breast Implants
Breast cancer is one of the most common cancers that women in America are diagnosed with, second to only skin cancer. Treatment options include radiation therapy, chemotherapy, hormone therapy, and surgery to remove some or all of the breast tissue (lumpectomy or mastectomy). Lumpectomy and mastectomy procedures can result in disfigured breasts or a complete […]
Read MorePosted September 26, 2013 in Health and Beauty
Who knew that beauty could be defined by numbers? Although we don’t usually think about math when we notice a person’s allure, proportions are apparently a big part of what we perceive as attractive when it comes to appearance. The Golden Ratio, also called the “Phi Ratio,” is believed to define optimal facial proportions, and […]
Read MorePosted August 13, 2013 in Otoplasty
What Is Ear Surgery? Also known as “otoplasty,” ear surgery can improve the shape, position, and protrusion of the ears from the head. It can correct deformities resulting from injuries or congenital (birth) defects, such as folded ear tips, long earlobes, and even the absence of an ear. Who Is a Candidate for the Surgery? […]
Read MorePosted July 23, 2013 in Breast Augmentation, Breast Enhancement, Breast Implants
Breast implants are a great way to enhance the female figure and improve self-esteem, and breast augmentation is one of the most sought-after plastic surgery procedures in the United States as well as the world. As with any surgery, there are certain complications that may result from breast augmentation with implants, such as implant rupture. […]
Read MorePosted July 02, 2013 in Breast Reconstruction, Health and Beauty
On May 14, 2013, The New York Times published an article in The Opinion Pages section of the newspaper written by actress and director Angelina Jolie titled “My Medical Choice,” wherein she disclosed her decision to undergo a preventive double mastectomy. She underwent a double mastectomy after discovering that she carries a mutated “breast cancer […]
Read MorePosted May 22, 2013 in Nipple Reduction
Although there are many different shapes and sizes of nipples and areolas, some women are unhappy with the size of their nipples and the dark pigmented skin surrounding them. For some women, genetics may lead to the development of large nipples and areolas. For other women, weight gain, pregnancy, and aging can cause the areola […]
Read MorePosted May 08, 2013 in Breast Enhancement, Breast Implants
Although it is not always apparent, no woman’s breasts are perfectly symmetrical. For some, the difference between their breasts is very noticeable and can be extremely embarrassing. Breast Asymmetry Disorder is a condition characterized by extreme differences in size, position, or shape; differences in nipple height, areola diameter, and breast height and width are some […]
Read MorePosted April 15, 2013 in Body Contouring, Breast Augmentation, Breast Enhancement
Pregnancy and childbirth can have unfavorable effects on a woman’s breasts, abdomen, hips, and thighs. Extra skin, sagging, and stretch marks can appear on some or all of these areas. A “Mommy Makeover” may combine several procedures, such as a breast lift, breast augmentation, tummy tuck, and liposuction, in order to improve these problems. If […]
Read MorePosted April 03, 2013 in Breast Revision
Breast revision is a secondary procedure that can be performed if a woman is unsatisfied with the results of her first breast enhancement surgery. Breast implants can last well over a decade but may eventually need to be replaced due to gravity and normal aging. Other reasons that breast revision surgery may be performed include: […]
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