Facelift surgery addresses skin laxity, sagging tissue, and similar consequences of gravity and aging. The type of facelift that is best for your specific needs depends entirely on how those factors – along with genetics and lifestyle choices – have impacted your appearance.
Board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. George Chatson is pleased to offer a range of facelift options,...
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Recovery from rhinoplasty (nose surgery) is relatively fast compared to some other types of facial plastic surgery. Following rhinoplasty, some swelling and bruising are to be expected, but discomfort is typically very mild. You will be provided with instructions on how to minimize swelling. Discomfort can generally be handled with over-the-counter medications, though some instances may require a prescribed analgesic to...
Read MoreEyelid surgery, also known as blepharoplasty, is a cosmetic procedure that can be used to improve the appearance of the upper and lower eyelids. Depending on your specific needs, Dr. Chatson can use this procedure to:
In some cases, sagging eyelid skin may obstruct vision. If vision obstruction has become a medical issue, blepharoplasty might be covered by your insurance provider. It is, however, always best to check...
Read MoreData on the most popular plastic surgery procedures of 2020 has just been released by the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) and liposuction remains in the top five. There was a slight reduction in the number of procedures performed last year, largely due to the pandemic, with liposuction being the only body contouring procedure to make the top five.
By the numbers, the most popular plastic surgery procedures in 2020 were:
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Symptoms of Breast Implant Illness (BII) include:
Some women who develop BII...
Read MoreBreast lift tape is exactly what it sounds like: a tape that is designed to lift and hold the beasts without the assistance of a bra.
Reviews of breast lift tape are mixed, with most of the positive reviews coming from women with naturally smaller breasts.
Does breast lift tape work? That depends on what you mean by “work.” Evidence suggests it provides a gentle lift for women with smaller breasts, allowing them to leave the bra at home on occasion,...
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Neck lift surgery is designed to tighten skin, eliminate fat, and generally tone the area between the collarbones and the jawline. Often combined with facelift surgery, a neck lift can:
Neck lift surgery is used to lift and firm neck muscles, tighten loose and sagging skin, and smooth vertical neck bands, helping to produce a smooth and...
Read MoreDuring tummy tuck surgery, abdominal muscles are pulled together and reattached. This serves serval purposes, including a reduction in low back pain. Separated abdominal muscles (diastasis recti) impact core strength and place a larger burden on the back. Studies have found that, by reattaching and firming these muscles during abdominoplasty, low back pain can be eliminated.
In addition to reducing or eliminating low back pain, treating diastasis recti can both correct and decrease your risk for developing a ventral hernia, reduce urinary incontinence, and it may help improve balance, posture, and...
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Tinnitus may refer to any noise, including ringing, in the ears. Less of a condition and more of a symptom, tinnitus impacts around 20 percent of the population. Symptoms of tinnitus include:
These noises may be intermittent or constant, but in most cases, they are not a cause for concern. Tinnitus can, however, be bothersome, limit your hearing abilities, and even interfere with your...
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Following breast reconstruction, it will be important that you avoid placing significant weight or pressure on the breasts for two to four weeks. This means no sleeping on your side or stomach. Your progress will be assessed during your postoperative follow-up visits, enabling your plastic surgeon to determine when it best for you to resume sleeping in different positions.
