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Nov
10 Signs of Bad Cosmetic Surgery
You’ve all seen it—a random stranger in a restaurant that you look at, no you stare at, thinking that something is not quite right. Yesterday evening I got a text message from one of my patients who is about to undergo cosmetic surgery that had an out-of-focus picture of a cou...
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Nov
Growth Factors: The All-Natural Fix for a Younger Looking Face
How Growth Factors speeds healing, smooths skin, promotes hair growth, and more. It may sound freaky and a little fringe, but in recent years, Growth Factors—a component of your blood that’s spun down using a centrifuge and then re-injected into various body parts such joint...
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Nov
Cosmetic procedures before saying “I do”
Engagement season is upon us. Whether you’re just getting use to the feel of that new ring as a bride-to-be, or a mother of the bride sharing engagement photos on Facebook, one thing you may be thinking about is how to look your best for the big day. Let us help you look you...
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Nov
5 Reasons Why More Men are Getting Cosmetic Surgery
Cosmetic surgery is not just for women. More men are opting for cosmetic procedures to help augment their appearance and defy aging than ever before.According to the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, the number of cosmetic procedures performed among men has increa...
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Nov
When is it Time to Start Botox? How About Surgery?
What should I do to keep myself looking my very best? Is there the perfect time to start if I want to stay ahead of the game? The answer to this question is complex, and depends on genetics and your environmental exposure. Are you a sun worshipper? Are you always outside? Do...
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Nov
Festoons or Baggy Eyelids or BOTH?
Imagine putting on a pair of Armani pants at Neiman Marcus or Bloomingdales. Your reflection in the mirror isn’t what you expect. The pants are so long that they hit the ground and need a little shortening, and maybe a little work at the waist. Festoons are like that—but on...
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Nov
How Do I Get Rid of These Dark Circles?
“I have dark circles under my eyes. How do I fix them? I’ve been told there’s nothing I can do about it.” It’s one of the most common complaints that brings people to my office (and one of the most common questions asked of me at social events over a glass of wine once someo...
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Nov
“Holloween”: Trick and Treat
Halloween…a great name for a holiday. Unfortunately, it often celebrates the zombie look—hollow faces, hollow under eyes—“Holloween!” Photo credit: falseeyelashessite.com Perhaps this beautiful woman made to look like a zombie is a bit of an exaggeration…but you get my poi...
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Nov
Fillers & Cosmetic Surgery: How Long Will My Results Last?
How Long Will Botox & Fillers Last? No matter what intervention you have, there is a shelf life to it. For example, the effects of Botox and the other neurotoxins, such as Xeomin and Dysport, last three months by the clock. Function of the muscles blocked by these inject...
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Nov
How Long Does It Take to Recover from Plastic Surgery?
How long will it take to get back to work? When can I go out in public? Those are just two of the questions I get all the time in my role as cosmetic coordinator here at W Cosmetic Surgery. Here’s the truth…your downtime depends on you…and a few other variables. Tho...
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