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How to Prepare for a Neck Lift Procedure

The neck is an often-overlooked part of the body that frequently ages quicker than a person’s face. A neck lift procedure can reverse these effects and give you confidence in your appearance.   Even though a neck lift procedure is elective surgery, you still need to prepare carefully. This article will

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Surgical vs. Nonsurgical Facelift

There was a time when invasive plastic surgery was the only way to get a facelift. Thanks to modern advances, plastic surgery has evolved to include skin tightening injections and fillers. This means some patients who once needed a traditional procedure can now opt for a nonsurgical facelift instead.   So how

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​​Kybella vs. Neck Lift Surgery

Wearing turtlenecks may camouflage double chins or sagging neck skin in the winter, but who wants to wear them year-round? Fortunately, you don’t have to. The main difference between Kybella neck treatment and neck lift surgery is one is a non-surgical procedure to fix neck conditions where as the other involves

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How to Finance Cosmetic Surgery

Insurance rarely covers elective procedures, meaning you’ll likely be paying out-of-pocket. We understand that you may need to finance your cosmetic surgery in order to manage your expenses and get the look you desire. Our practice accepts several financing options, including: CareCredit®: CareCredit is a healthcare credit card. You can use it to pay

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Commonly Asked Questions About Breast Augmentation

Table of Contents It’s normal to have questions about any cosmetic procedure that you’re considering. When it comes to breast augmentation, you’re likely wondering about everything from the cost to results. Below, we’ve answered some of the most common questions about this popular surgery. What is the difference between breast augmentation

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3 Signs It May Be Time for Breast Implant Revision

While breast implants are designed to be safe and long-lasting, they are not considered lifetime medical devices. At some point after your initial surgery, you may need to consider removing and replacing your implants. This is done during a secondary procedure called breast implant revision.   There are several different situations,

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Breast Augmentation to Improve a Wide Breast Gap

Women undergo breast augmentation surgery for a variety of reasons, the most common being to improve breast size or shape. However, there’s another popular request, especially among women with wide-set breasts: creating cleavage.   Board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Adam Basner has performed numerous augmentation procedures on women with a significant gap between their

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How Long After Breast Augmentation Can I Drink Alcohol?

Consuming alcohol can significantly hinder your ability to recover from breast augmentation or any other surgical procedure. It’s crucial to avoid beer, wine, and liquor for at least 24 hours after surgery, and while you’re taking prescription pain medicine. The standard recommendation is to abstain from drinking alcohol two weeks before and

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4 Reasons Winter is a Great Time for Breast Augmentation

An excellent breast augmentation experience starts with proper planning. Ideally, you want to schedule your procedure when it will be convenient, comfortable, and give you results by your target date.   For many patients, a winter surgery checks all of those boxes. Below, you’ll find four reasons to consider undergoing breast augmentation

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