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2 weeks ago | 
plasticsurgery.org | Daisy Brumby
Plastic surgeons say Gen Xers aren't waiting until the "right age" to address facial aging. At an average age of 53, many Gen Xers are starting to see jowls, a fuller lower face and drooping upper eyelids – among other signs of aging – and they're taking action early to restore their youthful looks.
"I think the Gen Xers are coming in a little bit younger than the Baby Boomers did," said Tiffany McCormack, MD.
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1 month ago | 
plasticsurgery.org | Daisy Brumby
If you've ever dealt with a torn earlobe or stretched-out piercing, you know how frustrating it can be and how it can leave you feeling self-conscience. Damaged earlobes, no matter how you got them – heavy earrings, accidental snags or oversized gauges that no longer fit your style – don't have to be permanent. Earlobe repair surgery can get your ears looking and feeling like new again.
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Sep 3, 2024 | 
plasticsurgery.org | Daisy Brumby
If you're considering a nose job, you may have heard of a buzz term called "preservation rhinoplasty" and wonder if it's right for you. This technique has recently gained attention for its promise of delivering natural-looking results while maintaining much of your nose's original structure, with less recovery time than regular rhinoplasty.
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Aug 19, 2024 | 
plasticsurgery.org | Daisy Brumby
Have you ever heard of "awake" plastic surgery? It's a valuable alternative to the traditional approach, where you're under general anesthesia. This method allows you to stay conscious during the procedure, offering a different experience altogether.
We talked to ASPS Member Surgeons Michael Hakimi, MD, FACS, and Sara Dickie, MD, to explore what awake plastic surgery involves, its benefits and drawbacks and who might be an ideal candidate.
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Aug 9, 2024 | 
plasticsurgery.org | Daisy Brumby
If you're living with a buffalo hump – a buildup of fat at the base of the back of your neck – you're not alone. Many people experience this condition, which can result from various factors such as genetics, poor posture, obesity or medical conditions. Fortunately, plastic surgery offers a solution that can significantly improve your quality of life.
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Jul 12, 2024 | 
plasticsurgery.org | Daisy Brumby
A facelift used to be associated with a milestone like retirement or celebrating your 60th birthday. In recent years, the starting age for facelift consultations began to skew younger, with many women looking to get a facelift starting in their late 40s.
Today, an increasing number of 30-somethings are contemplating facelifts. But is this too young? We spoke with three ASPS Member Surgeons to understand why a 30-year-old might want a facelift and the considerations of undergoing one at that age.
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Jul 5, 2024 | 
plasticsurgery.org | Daisy Brumby
You might be surprised to learn that breast implants are not a get-it-and-forget-it device. They need to be maintained and even replaced. Whether you already have implants for aesthetic or reconstructive reasons or are considering getting them, they need ongoing monitoring for leaks and typically need to be replaced every 10 to 15 years.
Breast implants consist of a silicone shell filled with either saline (salt water) or silicone gel.
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Jun 17, 2024 | 
plasticsurgery.org | Daisy Brumby
The vast majority of liposuction patients are women, but men get lipo too.
ASPS Member Surgeon Christopher Funderburk, MD, is renowned for his work in sculpting male physiques. He has a unique demographic and sees more male patients than the average plastic surgeon, allowing him to refine male bodies at an unparalleled rate.
Dr. Funderburk said that approximately 30 percent of his patients are men.
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Jun 10, 2024 | 
plasticsurgery.org | Daisy Brumby
Have you ever wondered what cosmetic procedures the experts themselves can't resist? Plastic surgeons have procedures to improve their looks, ranging from Botox to mommy makeovers. This allows them to better understand what their patients go through and maintain their aesthetic standards.
We spoke with several ASPS Member Surgeons who shared their personal journeys with cosmetic enhancements.
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Jun 5, 2024 | 
plasticsurgery.org | Daisy Brumby
Paradoxical adipose hyperplasia (PAH) is a rare and somewhat ironic condition that can happen after undergoing CoolSculpting treatments – a popular nonsurgical fat reduction procedure that freezes fat cells that are later flushed out of the body naturally. With PAH, instead of shrinking, the fat cells in the treated area grow larger, causing noticeable, firm masses under the skin.
