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How Much Does Breast Reduction Cost?

Many plastic surgery procedures are primarily designed to enhance the appearance. Breast reduction, on the other hand, also seeks to relieve the physical pain and emotional discomfort, as well as the interference caused to healthy daily activity, that can come from having overly large breasts. As a result, this procedure can sometimes be considered a ...
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When to Consider Breast Reduction

Having too little of something can be a problem, but so can having too much. Women who suffer from overly large, heavy breasts often experience physical and social discomfort. They may not be able to participate in certain activities or wear certain types of clothing. Large breasts can be painful and can negatively affect your ...
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How to Combat Age-Related Volume Loss

Fine lines and wrinkles often receive the most attention when individuals complain about common signs of aging. However, facial volume loss very often occurs as a result of the natural aging process, emphasizing these unwanted changes. Volume loss creates larger issues, such as under-eye bags and hollows as well as creases around the down-turned mouth ...
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What Is a Minimally Invasive Arm Lift?

After significant weight loss, due to either bariatric surgery or dedicated adherence to a diet and exercise regimen, you should feel great accomplishment. However, skin laxity, particularly in the arms, often can limit appreciation for all your hard work and even make you feel self conscious about wearing certain clothes. Dr. Mark Richards, our skilled ...
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How Can I Remove Loose Skin on My Arms?

Losing weight can be a tremendously difficult challenge, regardless of whether you undergo bariatric surgery or use diet and exercise alone. Successfully losing weight and increasing your health deserves congratulation; however, you may not be able to fully appreciate the results if inelastic skin on your arms makes you feel self-conscious. Fortunately, there are several ...
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What Are Gummy Bear Implants?

If you’re considering breast augmentation, you may already realize there are numerous types of breast implants available, including a variety of shapes, sizes, and materials. Furthermore, recent innovations have been designed to enhance the safety, beauty, and comfort of the outcome. One of the latest models of breast implant, and one our skilled plastic surgeon, ...
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How Long Does a Facelift Last?

Facelift surgery is one of the most commonly performed cosmetic operations in the nation, due in large part to how much we hate looking old and past our prime. Some patients mistakenly believe that a facelift can offer permanent results and will rejuvenate the entire face.  The reality is that this procedure “resets the clock” but ...
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Combine Procedures for Comprehensive Facial Rejuvenation

Individual facial rejuvenation procedures, including facelift, cheek lift, and brow lift, are designed to address specific areas of the face. Depending on your aesthetic goals, incorporating multiple techniques may assist you in obtaining more comprehensive facial enhancement. Employing an artistic eye and years of experience, Dr. Mark Richards, our skilled board certified plastic surgeon, can develop a customized multi-modality ...
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What’s the Difference Between a Cheek Lift and a Facelift?

One of the most popular cosmetic procedures available today, facelift surgery can offer dramatic facial rejuvenation for qualified patients, but only in a single section of their face and neck! Therefore, another method may be better suited to your anatomic needs and aesthetic goals: cheek lift surgery. Though perhaps not as well known, a cheek lift offers ...
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VASER® LipoSelection® Vs. Traditional Liposuction

Liposuction is one of the top five most popular plastic surgery procedures in the nation, and many patients choose the innovative body contouring method to help enhance their silhouette and reduce excess fat. The VASER® LipoSelection® technology allows qualified candidates to remove pockets of fat resistant to diet and exercise from almost anywhere on the ...
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