Plastic Surgery Medical Library Stories & Articles

Acne is a rite of passage for most folks as they go through puberty. Approximately 90% of all adolescents and 25% of all adults experience acne. But in some, the problem can be particularly serious, and cause permanent scarring. "I was self... ( Read more about Acne Scar Treatment)

Botox injections may alleviate Bell's Palsy. Bell's Palsy is a condition of weakening or paralysis of facial muscles. The condition is caused by trauma to the cranial nerve and sometimes is associated with pregnancy or a viral infection like... ( Read more about Botox Can Correct the Effects of Bell's Palsy)

In today's world, many women long for better curves and ways of enhancing their look. It's widely known that many women are displeased with their cup size or the visual aspects of their breasts. So it's no surprise that some are exploring the... ( Read more about Breast Enlargement Pills Come With Uncertainty and Concerns)

39 year old Treese Lynn Curtzer wanted to rejuvenate and refresh her look. She says her eyes were in desperate need of a pick-me-up. But, given her hectic schedule she was concerned that plastic surgery would set her back. “I am a flight... ( Read more about Diamond Laser Scalpel)

A study on identical twins found that certain environmental factors can override genetics and dramatically add signs of age to a person’s face.

The key culprits are divorce, antidepressant use and weight gain or loss, according to... ( Read more about Divorce, Weight Issues, Antidepressants Age the Face)

Congratulations to the patients in the study that were able to stop smoking and remain tobacco-free.  This is not an easy goal to reach and maintain. 

Smoking cessation is a fantastic way to improve one’s overall... ( Read more about Expert Commentary: Stacie D. McClane, M.D., F.A.C.S. - May 12, 2009)

Women's obsession with shoes are an enigma. And a foot is hardly an after thought--especially when it comes to high fashion. And that's why women who aren't happy their pedal appearance, are doing anything to put their best foot forward. A big... ( Read more about Feet to Fit the Shoes - Cosmetic Foot Surgery)

Do you want hot, sexy plump lips like Angelina Jolie has? Well, there's a flurry of lip enhancers that have hit the market now which claim to help make your lips plumper and more appealing. It's another case of beauty in a bottle. The question... ( Read more about Lip Enhancers)

Women who undergo breast augmentation are left with deciding whether they want the natural look of silicone gel or the safety of saline. New technology known as the IDEAL IMPLANT Saline-filled Breast Implant looks to offer the best of both... ( Read more about New Breast Implant To Be Silicone Alternative)

Ever wonder who's getting plastic surgery? For the most part, it's women. Statistics compiled by the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery show that of the 11.5 million cosmetic surgical and non-surgical procedures done in 2005, over... ( Read more about Plastic Surgery, the Who and What of It)

More than a third of the patients who participated in an eight-week kick-the-habit program that started before a scheduled surgery and continued after were able to stop smoking – and were still tobacco-free a year later, according to a... ( Read more about Pre-Surgery Smoking-Cessation Program Successful)

If you were faced with having heart surgery, would you want your doctor to capture images of your heart so you can see your organ first hand?

Skin is the largest organ of the body and needs to be taken care of. Find out what happens to the skin as it ages in this two-minute video clip. In addition to genetics, the sun and stress take their toll on the skin. As the person ages the... ( Read more about Revitalizing Aging Skin)

There is a new way to help get rid of wrinkles and plump up an aging face. This new treatment actually stimulates the production of new tissue that fills in the folds of the wrinkles. The treatment was actually approved by the FDA for use in... ( Read more about Sculptra Skin Filler)

The Titan skin tightening procedure is giving thousands of people the world over the chance to non-surgically improve the way they look. As a former model, Erin Yates used to have a wash board stomach. But she says giving birth to four children... ( Read more about Titan Skin Procedure)

There are three main types of peels. Light peels are most commonly performed using alpha hydroxyacids. These are naturally occurring acids found in fruits and other foods. Alpha hydroxyacids have proven to be effective in treating dry skin,... ( Read more about Types of Chemical Peels and What Makes them Different)

By inserting an implant behind each breast, surgeons are able to increase a woman's bust line by one or more bra cup sizes. If you're considering breast augmentation, this will give you a basic understanding of the procedure--when it can help,... ( Read more about Who are good candidates for a breast augmentation?)

It's inevitable as people age, they wrinkle. But there are many new wrinkle fillers just approved by the FDA, and several new ones in the offing which can help reverse the effects time and sun exposure have on youthful skin.