For some patients, one of the most nerve-wracking parts of the plastic surgery journey is the before-and-after photos that are taken at their surgeon’s office. Many find being photographed nude or semi-nude embarrassing or scary. Surgeons are required to provide consent forms stating what the photos will be used for, and patients then have the option of allowing the surgeon … Read More
Woman in Coma Following Plastic Surgery Procedure with Unlicensed Practitioner
It’s safe to say that in the United States, people have a fascination with plastic surgery mishaps, as evidenced by the popularity of TV shows like the E! Network’s Botched. But while most cases on Botched can be fixed, and with beautiful results, not all bungled surgeries have such happy endings. Such is the case of a woman in Nanning, Guangxi, … Read More
Sending Selfies Could Help Prevent Plastic Surgery Disasters
Love them or hate them, those auspiciously angled self-portraits known as “selfies” are here to stay. Typically taken on a smartphone and then plastered on social media sites like Instagram, Snapchat and Facebook, selfies run the gamut from just plain vain to endearing, depending on who you ask. But now these popular photos are being used for more than just … Read More
Considering a Calf Augmentation?
Do you wish you had bigger calves but can’t seem to attain them by exercise alone? For many men and women, lack of muscle tone and undesirable-shaped calves can cause a lot of insecurity. For those looking to surgically correct the shape of their calves, the answer has frequently been a calf augmentation. Traditional calf augmentations have long required the … Read More
Botox Isn’t Just for Wrinkles!
According to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, a record 7 million people received Botox injections in 2016, a 4 percent increase over the previous year. But as common as Botox has become for treating wrinkles in the face, it is becoming increasingly popular for use in other areas of the body, too. Check out this list of lesser-known uses … Read More