Reconstructing You Archives - Associated Plastic Surgeons

October 25th, 2022| Procedures, Reconstructing You

Want to Go Sleeveless? Top Reasons to Consider an Arm Lift

Back in the 90s, the dramedy Ally McBeal often referred to a term called “arm waddle”—and featured slow-motion scenes where characters’ upper-arm fat jiggled as they waved. While it’s possible to slim down flabby arms with toning exercises, many people opt for a cosmetic procedure...

August 22nd, 2022| Articles, Health, Procedures, Reconstructing You

The 5 Stages of Healing After Breast Augmentation Surgery in Overland Park

Breast enhancement surgery in Overland Park is one of the more popular surgeries out there. Each year thousands of women have this procedure done safely, and hundreds here in the Kansas City metro by one of the best plastic surgeons in Overland Park. There are...

November 24th, 2021| Cosmetic Procedures, Facial Procedures, General, Procedures, Reconstructing You

Should I Get a Nose Job? Here Are Five Things to Consider:

For better or worse, your nose is often the focal point of your face. The size and shape can complement your appearance or distract from the rest of your features. Think you fall into the latter category? If you’re considering rhinoplasty, the talented surgeons at...

October 15th, 2019| Cosmetic Procedures, Procedures, Reconstructing You

Spider veins can make you look older at any age.

You’ve seen them before: thin red or blue branching veins on legs or faces. If you have them, you may be unhappy about the way they seem to age you -- even if you’re relatively young. You may try to cover them up with long...

October 1st, 2019| Cosmetic Procedures, Procedures, Reconstructing You

Do Sagging Upper Arms Embarrass You?

In hot, hot weather, you need cool, cool clothing. Stores everywhere offer a rainbow assortment of fun, colorful sleeveless blouses and sundresses. But maybe you feel self-conscious wearing them because of the way your upper arms look – loose and full because of excess skin...

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

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...

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

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...

August 22nd, 2017| Reconstructing You

3 Tips for Recovering After Breast Reconstruction

Here are some facts about breast cancer: 1 in 8 women will be diagnosed with breast cancer sometime during their life. Approximately 250,000 women will be treated for breast cancer each year. Today, it is estimated that there are 2.8 million breast cancer survivors in...

May 26th, 2016| Announcements, General, Reconstructing You

The Facts About Breast Reconstruction After Breast Cancer

Breast cancer is an extremely terrifying and heartbreaking disease and it can leave you feeling both emotionally and physically altered. Breasts are a significant part of the female body, and removing them can be devastating. When you are facing breast cancer, you will have one...

October 16th, 2012| Announcements, Community, Our Patients, Reconstructing You

Lee National Denim Day

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AI9tfipX5oU Associated Plastic Surgeons patient, Debbie is the national spokesperson for Lee Denim Day. Lee Denim Day began in 1996. Employees can donate $5.00 to wear jeans to work for a day in October. The proceeds benefit the American Cancer Society and the fight against...