There is a lot to love about becoming a mom, but the physical changes that come with pregnancy and childbirth can be tough to accept. The full, voluptuous curves enjoyed during pregnancy often give way to stretch marks and drooping breasts, and that lovely prenatal “glow” can be quickly extinguished by sleepless nights caring for […]
Widely regarded as one of the most popular combined cosmetic procedures today, the ‘mommy makeover’ gets a makeover from Texas based plastic surgeon Emily J. Kirby, MD. Fort Worth, Texas, June 26, 2014 – The rise in plastic surgery procedures suggests that more moms are undergoing body contouring combination procedures or ‘mommy makeovers‘ to return […]
Patients often ask me how a possible weight gain might affect the results of a tummy tuck. Well, I have some great news: the majority of women who participated in a recent study actually lost weight after the procedure. Some initial weight loss is generally expected after any tummy tuck due to the removal of […]
Although breast augmentation surgery is one of the most popular plastic surgery procedures every year, not every woman hopes for larger breasts. Many want just the opposite! Here’s why. Too Much of a Good Thing? Excessively large breasts can be troublesome in a variety of ways. It can be difficult to find clothing that is […]
Are you interested in BOTOX® Cosmetic, but feel lost when it comes to understanding how much you might need? With so much conflicting information about BOTOX® making its way around, figuring out how much BOTOX it takes to treat frown lines and other facial wrinkles can be a bit perplexing, especially if you’re new to this popular […]
For most breast augmentation patients, the surgery comes after a lot of thought and planning. Having dreamed about the end result for months, it’s common for women to want to speed through recovery and see how their new silhouette looks in designer lingerie. Thus one of the questions eager patients most often ask me is […]
Most women who are considering breast augmentation consult with several plastic surgeons before they reach their final decision about the surgery. If you’re interested in breast enhancement but aren’t sure which questions to ask, here are some questions you might ask during a consultation. Asking the right questions prepares you for the procedure so you’ll be excited […]
BOTOX® Cosmetic is a very effective way to relax wrinkles and create a smooth, rested brow. But did you know that BOTOX® can play an important role in preventative care as well? As you protect your skin from sun damage this summer, you may want to consider making BOTOX® part of your normal skin care […]
The official medical journal of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) recently reported on a post-operative survey of women who had breast augmentation. The results were amazing—98% of the women surveyed said breast enhancement had met or exceeded their expectations! Plastic surgeons have long known that the procedure creates more than a cosmetic change, […]
A recent European study published in the journal Clinical Psychological Science shows what many cosmetic surgery patients already know: plastic surgery increases satisfaction, self-esteem, and enjoyment of life in general. The study, conducted by researchers at Ruhr Universität and the University of Basel, compared 544 recent first-time plastic surgery patients with two separate groups: those who previously considered […]