September 27th, 2012 | Posted in: Breast Augmentation | Tags: Profile, Shape, Size
What is the purpose of so many different implant types for breast augmentation? Every woman is different. If you take 5 women who are the same height and weight, wear the same bra size, and want breast augmentation, you may end up with a different implant for each one of them. For this reason, there […]
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September 21st, 2012 | Posted in: Skincare | Tags: Broad Spectrum Protection, Sun Protection, Sun Screen
FDA’s final rule regulates over-the-counter sun protection products, labels and drug claims The FDA’s final rule regulates over-the-counter sun protection products, labels and drug claims. Under the new rule, all labels claiming broad spectrum protection: – Must have an SPF of 15 or higher and pass specific FDA testing – Are allowed to state that they can […]
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September 14th, 2012 | Posted in: Beauty Tips | Tags: Choosing a Plastic Surgeon, Plastic Surgery Consultation
Some of the factors often overlooked when choosing a plastic surgeon are, in fact, essential elements to take into consideration. The following tips are intended to help you make an educated decision: 1) Do Your Research Review doctors online, before and after photos, patient testimonials, and credentials, to narrow down the top 3 doctors (or less). In […]
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October 27th, 2011 | Posted in: Skincare |
Holiday Treatments at the SPA @ Beverly Hills Plastic Surgery! Caramel Shea Butter Massage Melts Pure shea, cocoa and mango butters are combined into a solid bar that when melted turns into a rich, creamy massage oil that leaves skin feeling deeply nourished with a softness lasting for days. (Complimentary hand massage with a paid […]
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October 20th, 2011 | Posted in: Buttock Augmentation |
The Brazilian Butt Lift has become much more popular than buttock implants for shaping the lower half of the body. It is a procedure where fat is harvested from available areas and transferred into the buttocks for a more prominent, perky look. Harvesting fat from surrounding areas, such as the hips, flanks, abdomen, low back, […]
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October 18th, 2011 | Posted in: Breast Augmentation |
Common Misconceptions about Breast Augmentation Does the body reject breast implants? Thorough research has not shown any evidence that breast implants, including silicone-filled ones, will cause autoimmune disease or rejection. Does the risk of breast cancer increased after I have breast implants? In one of the largest studies on the long-term health effects of silicone […]
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October 4th, 2011 | Posted in: Mommy Makeover |
Thoughts from Concierge Carol: Ok let’s admit it, we all love our children. Love, love, love our babies! We wouldn’t trade them for a million dollars. The only downside of the miracle of birth? The un-miraculas way a woman’s body can look afterward. Unless you are made of silly putty, putting your belly, boobs and […]
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September 22nd, 2011 | Posted in: Liposuction |
Liposuction for Excessive Underarm Sweating? Question: Is liposuction an effective treatment for excessive underarm sweating? Answer: It is not a reliable treatment. It’s believed that the early disappearance of excess sweating is from local denervation and gland disruption. But usually within 6 months, these reverse/heal and the sweating returns. Botox can be used to treat […]
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September 20th, 2011 | Posted in: Breast Augmentation |
Patients’ Question of the Day Here’s a question one of my patient’s asked today: Will getting pregnant squeeze my breast implants and cause them to leak? Here’s the Answer! During pregnancy, your breasts grow at a gradual pace that is obviously slower than an immediate breast augmentation. This allows time for your body to accommodate […]
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September 12th, 2011 | Posted in: Breast Augmentation |
Measure Up Thoughts from Carol the Concierge: The wonder bra. Bathing suit tops. Halter tops. Nighties. Wonder what Victoria’s real secret is? That they are making millions on a woman’s desire for larger breasts. Water bras? Really? Ever since a girl starts to develop she awaits the arrival of her ta-ta’s. Sadly much of the […]
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