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PLASTIC SURGERY TERMINOLOGY Today we're going to talk about all of the different medical terminology as it relates to plastic surgery, but this kind of came about because of a couple of things. We've transitioned a lot of our injectables...

Fat transfer and Fat Grafting This has become one of the more popular things people want. Obviously you cannot mention this trend without mentioning the Kardashian's and the BBL. The Brazilian butt lifts are what most people know them by....

So we want to dive into where are implants today that are offered out right now, because things have changed so much over the last five years. There's a lot of area to cover here. So it's hard to even...

There are a lot of places that we can go with this and a lot to cover. I think we talked about breaking it down to starting off very minimal, and what the needs are, and what people are concerned...

There is no need to dissolve cosmetic face fillers before a facelift. True rejuvenation depends on an individualized plan to address volume (with filler or fat grafting) and looseness (with a facelift). It would be difficult to add fat when there is...

Liposuction will most likely really improve your final shape with a tummy tuck. Aggressive liposuction of the front and sides could increase the risks of surgery, especially if you smoke, so be sure to talk with your surgeon about whether...

You have already stretched the skin and breast tissue significantly, and I'm surprised that you are not already close to an F with your current implants. Although I'm not usually a fan of implants that large, there are some ways...

Smoking puts nicotine in your system, constricting your blood vessels and decreasing amounts of oxygen in your bloodstream. This creates a higher chance that you will have a complication like infection, capsular contracture, or poor scarring. Risks increase the more...

There are no formal studies that show negative effects of marijuana after surgery unless tobacco wrappers (which contain nicotine) are used, so it's probably ok. However, there can be interactions with narcotics, and it might increase risks of infection and...

When bacteria come into contact with foreign objects (like implants), they attach to the surface and secrete a protective layer called a biofilm. This means that if you keep the same implants, even though infections can seem under control while...

While you have swelling (the first 3 months after surgery) you may find your cysts are more uncomfortable or visible than now. But once the swelling goes away, it shouldn't be an issue. If you ever have the need to...

Although it does sound like you could have a good result without needing a lift, it's only by assessing the stretchiness of your skin in a physical exam that a definite answer can be given. Even if the look of...

Dana Goldberg MD: Labiaplasty as a procedure and external female genitalia surgery in general has been growing dramatically over the last few years. There are some women that come in just for a small amount of trimming and other women...

I personally had Neurotoxins early in my first trimester before I knew I was pregnant, and everything was completely fine. Most likely Neurotoxins has no negative effects, but large studies are required to prove it, and no one will ever...

Stomach muscles can stretch out again, even if permanent suture was used to tighten the muscle layer. Pregnancy has even been reported after abdominal reconstruction operations where part of the muscle has been removed, so there is nothing dangerous for...