Non-Invasive Cosmetic Procedures a Trend in 2012

Cosmetic Surgery Blogger @ February 1, 2012 # No Comment Yet

Cosmetic procedures, both non-invasive and surgical forms, are continuously increasing in the US, according to a survey from the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS).  However, the organization said more patients are favoring non-surgical treatments such as Botox injection and soft tissue fillers.
In 2010, 13.1 million cosmetic procedures were performed in the country, with about [...]

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Facial Rejuvenation Plastic Surgery

Cosmetic Surgery Blogger @ November 3, 2011 # No Comment Yet

With the advances in surgical technique and technology, facelift surgery provides a more natural result and is significantly safer compared to the previous years.  However, it is still important for patients to only consult with board-certified plastic surgeons specializing in this procedure to achieve the desired outcome rather than the botched appearance.
Plastic surgery specialists today [...]

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Different Types of Liposuction

Cosmetic Surgery Blogger @ July 26, 2011 # No Comment Yet

Traditionally, liposuction surgery is performed by using a stainless steel tube (cannula) to suction the fats from the body.  According to plastic surgery specialists, this instrument is inserted through small incisions in the skin, about 1mm to 2mm in diameter, which can heal faster and without developing visible scars.

To date, plastic surgeons are using different [...]

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Thread Lift—A Minimally Invasive Facelift Technique

Cosmetic Surgery Blogger @ July 20, 2011 # No Comment Yet

Due to aging and sun exposure, the skin will eventually become thinner which can lead to wrinkles, deep expression lines, and sagginess.  To address these aesthetic problems, plastic surgeons use facelift surgery that usually involves incisions in the skin that will allow them to remove any excess tissue and lift the underlying muscles.
Despite the effectiveness [...]

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Mesotherapy: A Substitute For Liposuction Surgery

Cosmetic Surgery Blogger @ July 14, 2011 # No Comment Yet

As the cosmetic plastic surgery is shifting to less invasive procedures, some patients who are traditionally seen as a “bad candidate” can now undergo certain procedures without predisposing themselves to high risk of complications.
According to Los Angeles plastic surgeons, mesotherapy liposuction is one of the examples of less invasive techniques which means that it is [...]

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