Laser Skin Resurfacing: A Great Option for Facial Rejuvenation
Why Use a Laser for Your Skin? Laser skin resurfacing, performed by a skilled Dermatologist, can be one of the best in-office treatments available for people seeking to rejuvenate areas of their face and neck. There are a number of useful dermatology applications for which the laser is perfectly suited. A wide variety of lasers… Read more >
The Best Ways to Improve Scars
Scars are a common part of things like surgery, injury, or certain skin conditions. If you have scars you don’t like the look of, it’s likely you’ve tried a few things to get rid of them. The fact is, factors like the wound’s size, depth, and location will determine which type of scarring occurs, along… Read more >
Thigh Lift Cosmetic Surgery for Contouring – Thighplasty
Thigh Lift: An Excellent way to Regain your Shapely Contours Thigh Lift surgery is a tried and true plastic surgery procedure. Cosmetic and Plastic Surgeons have long been using the procedure – called Thighplasty – to help patients achieve a more youthful look, smoother skin and the firmer, more proportionate overall body image and shape… Read more >
Silicon Gel Breast Implants: 50 Years and Going Strong
Silicone Gel Breast Implants Continue to be a Popular Choice for Breast Augmentation Despite questions and controversy about silicon gel breast implants in the years between 1992 and 2006, the resulting research and technological improvements have insured that silicon implants are still the most common implants in use. Breast augmentation was the most popular cosmetic… Read more >
Fat Transfer Growing in Popularity for Facial Rejuvenation
Fat Transfer (aka Fat Grafting and Fat Injection) is a Viable Non-Surgical Option for Facial Procedures The idea of fat transfer from one area of the body to a more desirable location, is far from new. No doubt many have wished they could take some from “here” and move it to “there.” Fortunately, plastic surgery… Read more >
Migraines: Relief an Unexpected Benefit of Brow Lift Surgery
Migraines Relieved by Plastic Surgery Procedure People who suffer from debilitating migraine headaches have historically had to rely on drugs to ease their pain, but there is a newer option for migraine relief. In studies undertaken from 2000 to the present and reported on in issues of “Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery®”, the official medical journal… Read more >
Breast Augmentation Revision: Fine Tuning As Needed
Breast Augmentation Revision – An Excellent Solution for Changes in Size, Shape, or Implant Type Breast Augmentation is the most popular plastic surgery in America, and the Reno/Tahoe area is no exception to that rule. There is a positive impact which comes with the renewed self-confidence and esteem many women experience as a result of… Read more >
A Brow Lift Procedure Can Turn Back the Years
A Forehead / Brow Lift Reverses the Effects of Time and Gravity. Frown lines, wrinkles and a drooping brow are all signs of aging which can be reduced or reversed with a Brow Lift , also known as a Forehead Lift. Minimizing the creases, which can develop across the forehead, or those that occur between the… Read more >
Body Contouring After Major Weight Loss
Body Contouring is an excellent way to improve overall aesthetics after major weight loss. Northern Nevada has gotten serious about losing weight. The popularity of TV shows like The Biggest Loser has made a great many people in the Reno/Tahoe region rethink their lifestyle, and encouraged them to lead healthier lives. Whether you have lost… Read more >
Pediatric Plastic Surgery a Vital Service to Young People
Why Pediatric Plastic Surgery? According to March of Dimes statistics, 120,000 children are born each year with birth defects. Of these, around 40,000 are in need of reconstructive surgery and are treated by trained teams of specialists which commonly include board certified pediatric plastic surgeons. In addition to congenital anomalies, children sometimes receive serious soft… Read more >