Facial cosmetic surgery covers a broad spectrum of specialized procedures for the face and neck. When considering a surgical procedure, understanding the terms and techniques is essential when discussing your goals and options with a cosmetic surgeon. We’ve created this glossary to help you get familiar with some common facial cosmetic surgery terms you may […]
Medications such as semaglutide (Ozempic®, Wegovy®) and tirzepatide (Mounjaro®, Zepbound™) belong to a class called glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonists. Originally FDA-approved for type 2 diabetes, several now carry indications for weight management and cardiovascular risk reduction. Explosive demand, and the resulting shortage of the drugs, led the FDA to allow compounding pharmacies to make […]
You’ve booked your cosmetic procedure, are confident in your choice of board certified cosmetic surgeon, and can’t wait to see your results. There is just one thing you are unsure of: general anesthesia. You’re not alone; in fact, a study performed by psychiatrists showed that around 30% of patients were more afraid of anesthesia than […]
A new Botox®-type injectable called Letybo is making headlines as a promising alternative to Botox. Many are touting its potential to reduce the cost of neuromodulator treatments, which must be repeated every 3-4 months, and citing its long-time popularity in Korea, where it is considered a less expensive Botox alternative. Here are the facts about […]
Turkey has become a global hotspot for medical tourism for hair loss treatments, drawing patients from around the world with its competitive pricing and high-volume clinics. But is traveling abroad for hair restoration the right choice for you? The American Board of Cosmetic Surgery is committed to patient safety. Here, we discuss critical considerations of […]
The world of cosmetic surgery has been changing rapidly in recent years, with social media providing a platform for procedures to go viral, the addition of GLP-1s to the cosmetic arsenal, and (most recently) increasing understanding of how natural treatments may address common cosmetic concerns. With 2024 behind us, here are our board certified cosmetic […]
The popularity of GLP-1 prescription weight loss medications like semaglutide and tirzepatide has led an unprecedented number of patients to turn to cosmetic surgeons, seeking skin-tightening procedures to get rid of excess, stretched skin left behind after significant weight loss. If you are on a weight loss journey with these GLP-1 medications, here’s what you […]
Wondering why a patient would require a secondary surgery after breast augmentation? Most breast augmentation patients undergo either a breast implant removal or breast implant revision/replacement surgery within their lifetime. Below, we share insight from several board certified cosmetic surgeons about when they may recommend breast implant revision to a patient. 1. You experienced a […]
The world of aesthetic treatments has exciting news: Xeomin®, a popular neuromodulator, has just received FDA approval for expanded use. The FDA recently approved Xeomin for the treatment of two major types of upper facial lines: forehead lines and crow’s feet (canthal lines). In addition to its existing approval for treating frown lines (also known […]
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) evaluates the safety and efficacy of the products and devices used in cosmetic procedures, ensuring they meet rigorous standards before they are made available to the public. But when it comes to terms like “FDA-approved” and “FDA-cleared,” many patients are left wondering: What do these labels really mean, […]
