Health Archives - Page 2 of 2 - Associated Plastic Surgeons

July 27th, 2019| Health, General

I’m only 21. Why do I look older?

Youthful skin needs proactive care, too. You may think only women in their 40s or 50s need to give their skin special care to keep it from showing its age. But wrinkles and other signs of aging can start to appear even in your 20s....

April 26th, 2019| Health, Procedures, General, Reconstructing You, Cosmetic Procedures

Having a Baby is a Wonderful Experience

But the changes to your body might not be so wonderful. The love for a new little person is hard to beat for pure joy. You love the way the baby smells, you hang on every little gurgle, beam with pride as you bathe and...

April 15th, 2019| Health, General, Facial Procedures, Cosmetic Procedures

Even With the Best Care, Skin Damage Happens

You use an SPF 15 moisturizer, clean your face with a mild cleanser and use night creams to keep your skin supple. Nevertheless, you’ve started to see a few wrinkles, maybe a spot or two -- the signs of skin damage. You’ve undoubtedly seen the...

April 1st, 2019| Procedures, Health, Cosmetic Procedures

Are Breast Implants Safe?

f you are considering breast implants, you may be asking yourself a very important question “Are they really safe?” This is a question that we get during consultations all the time. It is a totally legitimate fear because of all the bad hype that breast...

January 14th, 2019| Health, Procedures, Facial Procedures, Cosmetic Procedures

Plastic Surgery During Flu Season. Is It a Good Idea?

Did you know that the best time to get plastic surgery is during the winter months? Some people find that a little strange, seeing as how the winter time is also prime time for the flu. The flu brings about aches and pains, chills and...

December 17th, 2018| Health, Procedures, Reconstructing You, Facial Procedures

How to Rejuvenate Your Skin After You Quit Smoking

If you are considering having or have recently had a cosmetic surgery procedure, you may have been asked to quit smoking before your surgery. Smoking increases the chance of problems during surgery, including slow wound healing and infections, so most surgeons recommend that a person...

December 6th, 2018| General, Health, Procedures

Does Your Overall Health Impact Plastic Surgery Results?

If you are considering plastic surgery, you will need to schedule a consultation with a surgeon. During your consultation, the surgeon will go over many things, including the procedure you are wishing to have performed, the expected results and what to expect during the recovery...