Many surgeons post before and after photos of real surgeries on their sites. This is a good idea in theory, but the truth is that you have to know what to look for. Yes, a tummy tuck will make a patient look slimmer,* but what details should you pay attention to? Here’s a guide to […]
Archives for November 2012
Going on a Shopping Spree after Your Surgery
Following plastic surgery after weight loss, many of my Denver patients feel like they’ve just gotten a second chance at life.* One of the best things about slimming your shape is getting to buy a whole new wardrobe to fit your new body. Committing to a New You When you’re struggling with feeling flabby, it […]
The Right Breast Size for Your Body Type
Breast augmentation for Denver women has a pretty clear goal: larger breasts. Yet is bigger always “better”? Should women choose more generously sized implants, regardless of their existing frame? Current trends in augmentation are leaning toward an end result of natural enhancement rather than a focus on a dramatic profile. Choosing Your New Look Choosing […]
What’s Behind Beautiful Eyelashes?
Although extremely popular these days in Denver, LATISSE® is far from the first product women have used in order to have more attractive eyelashes. In fact, the history of eyelash beauty goes back to ancient Egypt, when men and women applied ointments to their eyelashes in order to style them. Egyptian women also believed that […]
Occupying Your Time While Recovering
Recovery time following a cosmetic procedure is never anyone’s favorite way to pass the time, especially after a more involved surgery like a tummy tuck. Denver locals are especially restless, given our reputation for living in one of the most physically active cities in the country. If you’re worried about recovery times giving you cabin […]
The Dangers of Unlicensed Plastic Surgery
Cosmetic surgery should only be performed by a licensed doctor, and preferably one with advanced training in plastic surgery techniques. Unfortunately, we regularly hear about patients who choose cosmetic procedures from people who are not licensed to practice medicine. For example, a man in New York recently pleaded guilty to performing cosmetic procedures such as […]
Preparing for a Breast Lift
There are plenty of ways you can start preparing before your breast lift from our Denver office. It’s a good idea to take a little extra time to do so, since a greater amount of early preparation can make the recovery process easier and less stressful.* Do Your Homework The first step in preparation is […]
Your Surgeon Wants Better Results for You than You Do
At my practice in Denver, most breast reduction patients walk away feeling completely satisfied with their surgical experience.* As their surgeon, I share in their joy, but I also challenge myself every time to do a bit better. In part this is because of my perfectionist tendencies, as I’ve mentioned in previous posts. But it […]
Autumn Skin Damage
Just because the summer sun is getting a little cooler doesn’t mean its rays are becoming any less damaging. Far too many patients visiting our Denver medical spa forget to continue protecting their skin from the sun at this time of year. Luckily, there are a few medical-grade skin care products that just might be […]
The Popularity of Thigh Lifts
Thigh lifts have a very high “Worth It” rating on realself.com from patients who have had the procedure and rate it with a thumbs-up. I can also confirm that here in Denver, thigh lifts are one of the procedures that offers results my patients just love. What is it about the thigh lift that makes […]