Of course, surgery is difficult for the person undergoing the procedure, but it can be similarly stressful for their loved ones. Even when working with a reputable and experienced surgeon, watching someone you love undergo surgery can be stressful. Although safe, there is always a level of risk during any kind of procedure — and it can be just...
View MoreSelfie culture has emerged as a natural result of the development of smartphones and social media, with smartphones making it easier to take and send a photo at any time, and social media encouraging the practice of sharing photos. Opinions on the “selfie phenomenon” are very divided, with some finding it an exercise in narcissism, while...
View MoreBeauty bias. Pretty privilege. Call it what you want, but conventional thought holds that attractive people have an easier time making friends, finding romance, and navigating social settings. Things don’t typically come as easily to people who are considered “average-looking” or outright “unattractive.” Your looks don’t just have...
View MoreThe digital age has integrated technology into our daily lives in many different ways. Especially with mobile devices and the internet; they are a way people get access to information, communicate with others, and keep up-to-date with the world around them. The devices used in healthcare settings allow us to stay up-to-date with the latest...
View MoreWidespread cultural investment in health and wellness, as well as a preoccupation with weight and beauty, has given birth to a global industry valued at over $4.4 trillion. While not every product and regimen related to health and beauty is a con, it is important to keep in mind that many of these products are not regulated by the FDA, and it is...
View MoreWhen it comes to insecurities about your “girls,” a number of issues could be influencing your disdain – including the areolas. What exactly is the areola? Isn’t it the same as the nipple, you ask? To be precise, the areola is the brown area of breast skin surrounding the nipple. Problems with this area of the breast...
View MoreAre you looking to have a plastic surgery procedure performed, but aren’t sure how much you should plan to budget? The cost varies depending on the type of procedure you choose, but below is a breakdown of the average national cost, as reported by the American Society of Plastic Surgeons. Procedure ...
View MoreIt’s summertime, which means bathing suit season. Do you look down and wish you had something more to flaunt at the pool or beach? Bigger breasts are a common desire for women, and some will go to great lengths to get the figure they’ve always wanted. And now there is a Japanese import that claims it can increase breast size simply...
View MoreGravity alone takes a heavy toll on the position and shape of a woman’s breasts. Factor in common occurrences such as weight fluctuation, and childbirth and it’s clear whybreast lift proceduresare so popular. What is a breast lift you ask? A breast lift (mastopexy) is a surgical procedure that uses strategically...
View MoreWhen patients are contemplating facial plastic surgery the first thing that comes to mind is making the face more attractive. Plastic surgery often springs from a desire to look younger and more attractive. But it may not be possible to have both. A recent study published inThe Journal of the American Medical...
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