Breast augmentation is a cosmetic procedure that increases the breasts’ size and enhances their shape, usually with the placement of silicone gel- or saline-filled breast implants beneath the chest tissues. While this is one of the most popular cosmetic surgeries, it is also a serious surgical procedure that is not… Read More »
The goal of the American Board of Cosmetic Surgery (ABCS) is to deliver superior cosmetic surgery outcomes while upholding the highest safety standards. To that end, the ABCS strongly recommends all diplomates adhere the autologous gluteal fat grafting (Brazilian butt lift, or BBL) safety guidelines established by the state of… Read More »
Brazilian butt lift surgery (BBL) has usurped traditional options like butt implants in popularity for its natural-looking and customizable results. It involves transferring fat from areas like the abdomen or lower back to the buttocks to create a smaller waist and rounder derrière — a.k.a. an hourglass shape. The ability… Read More »
Breast implants are the foundation of beautiful breast augmentation results, but the illusion of ample natural cleavage can be compromised if your implants are not chosen and placed with the utmost care, or if you have a complication. One largely avoidable problem is the appearance of visible implant edges beneath… Read More »
A seroma is a buildup of fluid called serum that collects beneath the skin after surgery. Typically located near the incision site or where tissue was removed, seromas can often be easily managed by your cosmetic surgeon or may resolve on their own; it is one of the most common… Read More »
Weight loss and pregnancy often leave behind stubborn pockets of fat and sagging skin that no amount of diet and exercise can fully address. After achieving a healthy, stable weight you are happy with, a tummy tuck, or abdominoplasty, is an excellent body contouring option for both men and women… Read More »
Facelift, or rhytidectomy, is a procedure that requires refined judgment on the part of your board certified cosmetic surgeon. To learn more about current techniques and trends, we sat down with some of our Diplomates to get their take on this nuanced procedure for turning back the clock in the… Read More »
Numerous cosmetic surgeons use Renuvion as a skin tightening device, either alone or in conjunction with liposuction, throughout the face and body. The Renuvion wand is inserted beneath the skin, where it promotes skin contraction and collagen production using a combination of radio frequency (RF) and helium plasma technologies. This,… Read More »
If you are hoping to have slightly larger breasts or address a deflated appearance after pregnancy, you may be looking into your breast augmentation options. While breast implants are the gold standard for improved breast shape and size, they are not the only way to increase breast volume: a small… Read More »
Two new cosmetic injectables—Restylane Contour® and Revance’s Botox-like neuromodulator, DaxibotulinumtoxinA® (DAXXIFY™)—are set to make waves in the aesthetics community this year. With the demand for dermal fillers and neurotoxins continuing to rise, these products may play a role in advancing the efficacy of cosmetic injections. From how they work and… Read More »