Body contouring is a broad term that includes many technologies and surgical techniques. If you’re considering reshaping your contours, it’s likely you’ve also come across some specialized terms that cosmetic surgeons use to discuss body contouring procedures. We’ve created this glossary to help you decode the words and phrases you’ll encounter. We hope it empowers […]
Update (December 2022): Clinical experience with Qwo treatment has revealed that the product may cause excessive and unpredictable bruising, as well as prolonged skin discoloration. The manufacturer is no longer producing or selling Qwo, but the product remains FDA approved and certain cosmetic surgeons may choose to continue offering the remaining product. Talk to your […]
Making the choice to enhance your physical appearance with cosmetic surgery can be exciting but also intimidating—it’s not uncommon for plastic surgery fears to surface as “what ifs” start swirling in your mind. Taking time to research safe cosmetic surgery options and talking to a board certified cosmetic surgeon can put your mind at ease […]
A quick search for “cosmetic surgeons near me” will return several, if not dozens, in your area to consider. You also have the option of traveling beyond your hometown to find the best surgeon for your needs. All of this choice is ultimately a very positive thing, but it doesn’t necessarily make your search any […]
At the American Board of Cosmetic Surgery, we stay abreast of developments related to cosmetic surgery and medical devices used in aesthetic medicine—an important part of which is understanding surgical risks related to cosmetic procedures. We’ve already discussed BIA-ALCL, the risks involved, and our recommendations if you suspect something is wrong with your breast implants. […]
BOTOX® has long reigned supreme as the go-to neurotoxin injectable for smoothing expression lines on the brow and around the eyes. For almost 20 years, BOTOX has provided safe, consistent results—and while other neurotoxin products have entered the market over the years, BOTOX has persisted as a clear favorite among doctors and patients alike. While […]
If you’ve been considering breast augmentation, it’s likely you’ve already spent some time scouring the internet for information. It’s also likely that you’ve come across a few terms you’re not familiar with, which can make understanding the procedure challenging. To help those feeling overwhelmed with information or curious about the breast augmentation lexicon, we’ve created […]
If you have breast implants or have been considering breast augmentation, chances are you’ve come across some scary headlines about breast implants and cancer over the last year or so. When the FDA announced there was an association between breast implants and anaplastic large cell lymphoma (ALCL), the press went wild—and women everywhere began wondering, […]
Fly to an exotic location, relax in a lush resort for a few days, and come home with brand new breasts, a slimmer tummy, or a more youthful face—all for a bargain price. What could possibly go wrong? A lot can go wrong, if you’re not careful. While medical tourism, or traveling to have a […]
Earlier this month, American Board of Cosmetic Surgery diplomates from all over the country headed to Las Vegas for the American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery’s (AACS) 34th Annual Scientific Meeting to learn from colleagues, get insight into the latest cosmetic technology, and discuss how we can continue to evolve the field to better serve our […]