Gynecomastia is a condition in which men develop excessive breast tissue. This is not only a highly embarrassing problem; it’s also deceptively common. In fact, it’s estimated that up to 20 percent of men in the greater Boston area alone suffer from gynecomastia. The exact causes of this condition are generally unknown; however, it’s thought… [Read More]
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What You Can Do To Erase Summer Damage From Your Face
The dog days of summer have finally come to an end – and that means we’re preparing for pumpkin coffee drinks, holidays, and costume parties. Yet there’s one fall tradition that many people would rather not deal with: Checking all the summer sun damage that’s adding up on their facial skin. Days spent basking in… [Read More]
Is Your Jawline Manly Enough?
Let’s face it: We all have this image of the classic American man. He’s tall, strong, and has the kind of jawline that looks like it’s etched out of marble. While aesthetics may change from person to person, there’s no denying that a strong jawline is indicative of a “more” masculine man. And that’s precisely… [Read More]
How to Get Rid of Neck Bands and Necklace Lines
Neck wrinkles, also known as “neck bands” or “necklace lines,” are an unwelcome sign of aging and can be a source of frustration for many people. Fortunately, there are several treatment options available to reduce the appearance of lines. Depending on the severity of your wrinkles, you may consider visiting a plastic surgeon for more… [Read More]
How to Treat and Prevent Breast Implant Rippling
Undergoing breast augmentation can be an exciting experience for many women, especially those who want to improve their confidence levels. However, if you were given breast implants that are far too big for your body, you may notice that you’re suffering from rippling; in other words, you can see wrinkles or folds of the skin… [Read More]
Choosing Implants for your Breast Augmentation
When it comes to choosing the best implants for you and your body, it’s important to keep in mind that the breast augmentation procedure itself is not a “one-size-fits-all” solution. That is, choosing an implant is a deeply personal decision that will largely be determined based upon the size of your breasts, their current shape,… [Read More]
How to Treat a Deep Tear Trough
When it comes to fighting the aging process, many people are focused on eliminating wrinkles, fine lines, and other complexion woes from their surface of their skin. However, putting your best (and most youthful) face forward might involve treating another aging culprit – and it’s one you might not even realize you’re suffering from. The… [Read More]
What You Need to Know About Lip Augmentation
Plump, come-hither lips are all the rage in Hollywood and beyond. Unfortunately, in the quest to achieve the perfect pair of lips, some people have gone overboard, allowing their plastic surgeons to provide them with the aptly named “duck lips.” These lips are so plumped up and overfilled that they can be spotted as fakes… [Read More]
Surgery for Women with Ptosis, or Sagging Breasts
When you’re dealing with breast ptosis – a term that’s used to describe breasts that sag due to lost volume – it may feel as though that’s all anyone ever looks at. While your loss of volume might tell a fascinating story about who you are as a person (for example, you lost a considerable… [Read More]
Who is the Best Candidate for Liposuction?
Admit it: you’ve flirted with the idea of getting liposuction. Maybe you just can’t seem to lose that “mommy tummy,” or maybe your beer belly has gotten out of control. Perhaps you’ve even thought that liposuction can help you get rid of excess fat that’s hiding your lean, trim muscle underneath. Yes, the idea of… [Read More]