If you’re seeking out a surgeon to complete a cosmetic breast procedure, finding a qualified, experienced medical professional is crucial. There’s a common misconception, often fueled by misleading advertising, that board-certified plastic surgeons and board-certified cosmetic surgeons are the same. This isn’t the case! The training and continuing education required of cosmetic surgeons and board-certified […]
Reasons To Consider Breast Explant Surgery (Breast Implant Removal)
As people, we’re always changing and evolving — and so are our cosmetic goals! If you underwent breast augmentation surgery in the past and are now rethinking the look of your breasts, you’re in good company. Many patients, including celebrities, have made the choice to undergo breast implant removal to change the look of their […]
Board-Certified Cosmetic Surgeon Vs. Plastic Surgeon: Why You Should Know the Difference
Cosmetic surgery and plastic surgery are distinct medical disciplines that require different levels of training. While cosmetic surgery focuses solely on improving aesthetics, plastic surgery is often used to reconstruct damaged areas of the body. For this reason, board-certified cosmetic surgeons often don’t meet the training requirements of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons. Learn […]
The Difference Between a Breast Lift and Breast Augmentation
It is common to see breast lift and breast augmentation procedures discussed together in blogs, articles, and even white papers from doctors. Breast lifts have long been done in conjunction with breast implants, making the confusion even worse. Over time, people got the impression that these two procedures were in fact one and that the […]
Pilonidal Cyst Information
A pilonidal cyst is an abnormality that occurs at the base of the back. It is thought that the cyst develops from ingrown hairs in this area, and as such occurs more commonly in younger men but can also occur in women. The cyst can, on occasion, become infected and fill with pus, causing redness […]