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Any discussion about skin quality and aging invariably includes the mention of collagen. Collagen is the most abundant protein found in the human body. It's the MVP of building blocks for cells. It is in bones, muscles, tendons and skin. Collagen, keratin and elastin give s...
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Just in time for Mother's Day on May 8,A sampling of the post-baby bodies restored to a pre-baby, or should we say Oh Baby state with the assistance of Dr. Gilbert Lee at Changes Plastic Surgery. Most Moms say that motherhood is their most rewarding accomplishment and the...
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Caution: Graphic ImagesDr. Gilbert Lee of Changes Plastic Surgery & Spa performs hundreds of breast reduction and breast reconstruction procedures. He often encounters cases where the breast tissue has been compromised and weakened. Subpar tissues can cause migration of an i...
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So if you have to use a needle anyway, why do some injectors favor a micro-cannula? When using a needle, the injector has to insert and remove the needle multiple times to deliver the product to any given area. Micro-cannulas are also longer than needles and can reach more areas...
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Breast augmentation is regarded as a safe procedure, and silicone implants have been recused of causing havoc since reintroduced on the market in the form of silicone gel in 2006. Silicone gel replaced the silicone oil previously used, and in gel form helped to minimize the sprea...
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Let's face it. Your face says everything. A smile is easy to interpret as someone who is relaxed, happy, pleased, amused, content. Any number of feelings are associated with a smile. But frown lines - that is another story. After a time, repeated facial movements can...
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Inner and outer thighs can be somewhat smoothed in appearance with a thigh lift to remove extra skin. The incision is made near the groin and lifting is done on the inner thigh only. Liposuction of inner and outer thighs and knees reduces circumference. Arm LiftAlso...
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Here is what you need to know before you undergo fat grafting. 1) Fat provides the longest lasting restoration of volume. Fat far surpasses dermal fillers in longevity. 2) Because the injected fat is your own, your body assimilates it without any allergic or adverse reactio...
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So you've taken the plunge and decided after years of accumulating sun damage, witnessing the effects of aging, and being less than consistent with skin care to start fresh with a facial plastic surgery procedure. Maybe it was a facelift, dermabrasion or injections, you&rsq...
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Research shows that men are most drawn to women's mouths, especially when they’re wearing lipstick—more so than any other facial feature. The lips are also the way that the human brain distinguishes between men and women. Other studies have shown that lip size i...
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With so many lasers out there, how does the lay person know which one to ask for? Ablative or non-ablative, IPL or Fraxel, KTP, WTF? What are these treatments and what do they do? The answer is best left to your Plastic Surgeon or Dermatologist to know and to g...
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If you are of Scandinavian, Scottish or Irish descent, you may be prone to facial redness. This diffuse redness can be exacerbated by heat or by eating spicy foods. For some, rosy red cheeks are a cosmetic nuisance. Overall redness, or flushing, is caused by dilated capillaries...
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