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If you are tired of the way excess skin hangs and sags around your midsection, then you may be an ideal candidate for an effective body-sculpting procedure by Dr. Shaun Parson. Exercise and diet aren’t always enough to create the body you’ve always wanted. For that, you should to look into an abdominoplasty. What Is The Abdominoplasty (Tummy Tuck) Procedure The abdominoplasty, or tummy tuck, is a versatile surgical procedure performed with anesthesia to ensure the patient...

With the list of dermal fillers growing each year, it can become quite confusing to find out which particular product is right for you. Understanding the details about some of these injectable treatments, like Juvederm, is a great way to get started. Juvederm is one of many hyaluronic-acid dermal fillers on the market today. This particular injectable has been known to be effective for six to nine months per treatment and can sometimes last even longer. It...

Plastic surgery offers a variety of successful procedures for those in need. With advanced techniques, precise planning, and the right surgeon, a person’s aesthetic hopes can become a reality. But as with any surgical procedure, it is important to know the facts and risks involved. Plastic surgery, also known as cosmetic surgery, is a personal choice. It is important to remember that everyone’s body shape is unique, and beauty is not considered to be one specific...

It’s an incredible achievement to lose large amounts of weight, but for many, it may come with an unpleasant surprise. Many patients find that they are left with large amounts of excess skin. Sagging skin has a difficult time returning to its natural shape and size and typically does not respond to dieting and exercise. A body lift is a cosmetic surgery available for those who would like to reduce this excess skin effectively and...

The abdominal area can be one of the most challenging areas of the body to keep taut and firm. Aging, pregnancy and significant weight loss can all contribute to the appearance of a sagging stomach. However, with a tummy tuck, there is a solution. The tummy tuck, also known as an abdominoplasty, is a procedure where excess skin is trimmed and loose muscles are surgically tightened in order to create a smooth, flat, tight stomach. The abdominoplasty...

Weight loss is a huge step forward in a person’s life. In today’s stressful, fast-paced world, it can be more than difficult to maintain a healthy weight. When we take the necessary steps to reach our weight-loss goal, the health benefits gained are almost too numerous to count. Unfortunately, one unhealthy condition that can result from losing weight is an excess of loose skin tissue, which may droop from the body. Body-contouring surgery is different for each...

One of the rising stars in the breast augmentation world is cohesive gel implants. These are form-stable implants made of silicone that offer several benefits, including a more natural-looking shape and feel. An FDA study of the innovative devices known as cohesive gel implants showed the success of the product. Those who have had previous breast implants say that “they can’t feel the high-strength gel implants underneath the skin, but that they could always feel saline...

There is still time to get that boost of facial rejuvenation in before the New Year arrives. Injectable dermal fillers are quick and convenient procedures that can take years off of your appearance by minimizing the signs of aging. Injectable fillers such as Juvederm, Radiesse, Perlane and Restylane are popular choices for providing a noticeable reduction in wrinkles without invasive surgery. Popular injectable dermal fillers are often made of hyaluronic acid. Juvederm and Radiesse, for example, are...

“Gummy bear implant” is admittedly an odd term that can paint a comical picture in your mind. Although this may sound like a trivial approach to breast augmentation, the term is actually referring to a relatively new silicone implant option. Gummy bear implants are gaining traction in the market. Gummy bear implants are a higher quality, possibly even safer product than other implant options. The high-strength gel implant was given a perfect rating by the FDA...

TouchMD is a state-of-the-art system that allows the physician to enhance doctor/patient communication by solving two huge problems that exist between doctors and patients: long wait times while at doctors’ offices and lack of valuable information given to patients during diagnosis. This lack of critical information being delivered to the patient is often because of a rush that exists from over-scheduling and unforeseen emergencies. For the information that patients need, there’s TouchMD. TouchMD is a combination of...