Category Archives: Plastic Surgery

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Women Over 50 Have Higher Risk of Infection Post Breast Reduction Surgery

Female breast reduction patients over the age of 50 may be at a higher risk of complications, especially infections, when compared to younger women, according to the latest issue of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, the official medical journal of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons. Breast reduction surgery also known as reduction mammoplasty, is a …

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What is an Abdominoplasty?

An abdominoplasty procedure, or a “tummy tuck”, is a cosmetic surgical procedure. During a typical tummy tuck procedure, the surgeon removes excess fat and skin and tightens the muscles of the abdominal wall to give the patient a flatter stomach. In some cases, the patient may also undergo liposuction. What Does the Procedure Involve? Abdominoplasty …

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Breast Augmentation Consultation – Connecticut Breast Surgery

Breast augmentation is one of the most popular plastic surgery procedures on the market. If you’re interested in this procedure, you can start the process by setting up a breast augmentation consultation. Breast augmentation offers many options, including the type and size of implants desired and the type of anesthesia you’re comfortable with. Your breast …

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Blepharoplasty Recovery – Connecticut Eye Lift

The blepharoplasty, or eye lift, procedure is performed to rejuvenated and tighten the eyelids for patients who feel that their eyelids have developed a sagging, wrinkled, and/or puffy appearance. Once the procedure has been completed, the next phase of blepharoplasty will begin: blepharoplasty recovery. For a two-week period after blepharoplasty surgery, it is recommended that …

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Questions to ask your Breast Augmentation Surgeon

If you’re considering breast augmentation, it is important to be an active participant in the process. The ASPS has developed the following list of questions to ask during your consultation: Are you certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery? Were you trained specifically in the field of plastic surgery? How many years of plastic …

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Personality Factors Affect Quality of Life after Breast Reconstruction

Women Who Want ‘Revenge on Cancer’ May Have Better Psychological Responses Certain personality traits are linked to higher quality of life scores in breast cancer patients who undergo breast reconstruction after mastectomy, reports a study in the January issue of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery®, the official medical journal of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons …

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