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How Cosmetic Surgery Can Improve Athletic Performance
Cosmetic surgery might seem like only something celebrities or those with enough funds elect to have done. But these procedures are increasingly common among professional and amateur athletes, too. That’s because like any other patient, an athlete can benefit from some of the most popular cosmetic procedures athletes such as breast augmentation, liposuction, rhinoplasty, and…
How Wellness Challenges Can Benefit Weight-loss Efforts in the Long Term
The International Food Information Council found that 34% of adults in the United States are actively trying to lose weight. Some people might want to lose weight for health-related reasons or to look and feel better. Other times, losing weight becomes about combating obesity-related conditions, many of which can lead to preventable, premature death. Because…
When Can Cosmetic Surgery Benefit Overall Health?
In the United States alone, more than 15 million cosmetic surgery procedures are performed every year. This includes anyone seeking surgery to enhance their physical appearance to those who simply want to enhance their quality of life. Although many assume that a large percentage of these surgeries are focused on the former, plenty of surgeries…
Daily Habits for Preserving and Improving Skin Elasticity
According to a recent survey, conducted by the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery, nearly 70% of respondents considered getting cosmetic treatments to feel more confident and attractive. Everyone wants to look their best, which usually means having youthful, healthy-looking skin. That’s where skin elasticity comes in, as it plays a significant role in achieving that…
Unexpected Causes of Chronically Dry and Irritated Skin
Chronically dry or irritated skin can be uncomfortable to live with, but it can also be something that impacts your confidence. The American Academy of Dermatology says dry skin impacts almost everyone. Typically, dry skin is a result of a loss of the skin’s natural oils. It can appear red, flaky, itchy, or rough. Most…
Improving Your Self-image for Greater Professional Success
Body image has been a significant topic in society for decades. Most of the time, people start to diet and exercise in an attempt to achieve their “perfect body.” Nowadays, instead of striving for “perfection,” people are focused on tearing down the unrealistic beauty standards portrayed in the media and combating their negative effects on…
Plastic Surgeons Reveal The Ways Social Media Influences Patients
We’re going to come right out and say it: We’re living in a selfie-obsessed world. In 2016 alone ― the first year of Google Photo ― users uploaded more than 24 billion selfies, according to the tech company. We’re constantly snapping photos and sharing them with friends, family and followers on social media, giving ourselves a lot of…
What You Should Consider Before Eyelid Surgery
Is excess, droopy skin around your eyes making you look older than you feel? If this is the case, it may be time to look into eyelid surgery. This procedure can treat the upper lids, lower lids, or both to address common signs of aging for a more youthful appearance. Be sure to consider the…
Consider These 3 Things Before an Eyelid Lift
When you look in the mirror, do you see sagging, excess skin above your eyelids, or puffiness under your eyes? If so, it may benefit to look into eyelid surgery in NYC. Eyelid surgery, also known as blepharoplasty, is one of the most popular plastic surgery procedures to date and can have a positive effect…
How Kybella can Treat a Double Chin
When you look into the mirror, do you see a double chin staring back at you? Many men and women are living with a double chin, also known as submental fullness. Weight gain, genetics, and aging can all be causes for a double chin, which can stick around no matter how much you exercise or…