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There is no set guideline when it comes to how long you should wait to have sex after the procedure, but doctors generally use two thresholds to help patients figure that out. One threshold is how long your body needs, while the other is meant to give you enough time psychologically to prepare for sex. What is labiaplasty? Labiaplasty reduces the size and appearance of the labia minora, which is achieved through a variety of methods. Sometimes, the clitoral hood is shaped in addition to the removal of excess labial tissue. Some surgeons might opt for the use of laser resection in lieu […]

Full, youthful cheeks, and beautifully defined cheekbones can dramatically rejuvenate the look of your face. Gaunt or hollow cheeks can age you. In fact, a sign of aging is the loss of facial fat. For those who aren’t naturally blessed with perfect cheeks, a cheek augmentation can help you achieve beautiful facial structure and definition, and boost your confidence as a result! Whether it’s aging or your facial structure, if you’re dissatisfied with the look of your cheeks, cheek augmentation is a great option. What is a Cheek Augmentation? Cheek augmentation can be performed on its own, or along with other plastic surgery procedures […]

Most people have a solid understanding of what rhinoplasty (commonly called a “nose job”) involves. Rhinoplasty is usually considered the surgical reshaping or molding of the nose. Whether this is achieved through bone addition or removal, tissue grafting, or synthetic implants, rhinoplasty consistently achieves great results. There’s a reason it’s one of the most popular cosmetic surgeries! There are many reasons you may be dissatisfied with your nose, including: Structural issues, such as a crooked or bumpy nose. It’s too big or too small (which affects the balance and structure of your whole face!) Your nose is too wide, or too narrow, again compromising […]

Chubby cheeks are adorable on babies. On adults? Not so much! What can you do if you’re sick of having your cheeks pinched? Fortunately, there are several cosmetic procedures that can help correct the look of your cheeks, and give you the svelte face you’ve always wanted. These procedures can give you a more-defined face, which will result in a huge self-confidence boost! Buccal Fat Removal Plastic surgeons used to perform facial fat removal often but proceed with caution! Facial fat is important to retaining a youthful look. Just look at how popular facial fillers are! If you get too much facial […]

A chin augmentation can dramatically improve the look of your whole face! Often overlooked, a strong chin is important to the general structure, balance, and symmetry of your face. During a chin augmentation, your chin is widened and filled out. There are a few ways this can be done: Fillers such as Juvederm Fat harvested from your own body Silicone implants Following a chin augmentation, it’s important to take the best possible care of yourself to ensure a healthy and quick healing process. Expect swelling, bruising, and pain immediately following the procedure. Your doctor will prescribe pain medication for you, while the best way […]

One of the things to keep in mind if you want to get neck lift surgery is how long you will need to recover. While options like laser treatments and fillers can be helpful, neither of them will get you the sorts of results you can achieve by undergoing neck lift surgery. Of course, you should expect to have more downtime for post-neck lift surgery than you would need for laser treatments or fillers. But exactly how long might you need to get back to normal after going under the knife? Read on to get some answers. Surgery Time Neck lift surgery can […]

If you’re looking for face, breast, or body cosmetic surgery or non-surgical operations, you need to be mindful of how soon you can resume an active lifestyle that includes sports after the procedure. Your surgeon will tell you that it’s important to give your body enough time to heal after your surgery, and getting out on the field, on the rink, or on the exercise bike too soon can potentially jeopardize the healing process and deal you an unnecessary setback. In order to help you to gauge how soon you can safely get back to sports after surgery, we’ve provided the following […]

Otoplasty is a term that refers to cosmetic ear surgery which can help correct deformities or irregularities in your ears. While your plastic surgeon will give you a list of do’s and don’ts so that you can avoid injuring yourself post-surgery, you might want some clarification on certain things, such as whether or not you can swim. If you’re an active person who likes nothing more than to jump into a swimming pool and do a few laps, it can feel like torture to slow down. The best thing you can do after otoplasty is to take it easy for a […]

During pregnancy, you want to do all you can to ensure you and your baby stay as healthy as possible. Many people wonder if it’s safe to get BOTOX COSMETIC® treatment while pregnant or breastfeeding. BOTOX COSMETIC® is an injectable product that helps prevent wrinkles and restores a youthful glow. BOTOX COSMETIC ® treatments are quick, low-risk, and completely non-surgical. BOTOX COSMETIC® treatments are also used to aid patients with hyperhidrosis or excessive sweating in the armpits and palms. Is it safe to get BOTOX COSMETIC® treatments during pregnancy or breastfeeding? The concerns surrounding BOTOX COSMETIC® treatment and pregnancy/breastfeeding would of course […]

Pregnancy, weight gain, and weight loss can leave many with stretch marks and loose skin. Fortunately, a tummy tuck can partially remove stretch marks! What Are Stretch Marks? Stretch marks are a form of scarring, caused by a tearing of the second layer of skin (the dermis). Stretch marks are caused by stretching of the skin, associated with rapid growth, such as weight gain or pregnancy. Stretch marks can vary in severity but usually look like stripes, and are reddish purple in colour. They may fade over time but won’t completely disappear. Stretch marks most commonly occur on the parts of the body […]