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If you have damaged your earlobes by wearing heavy earrings or stretched them to accommodate gauges, earlobe repair might be a good option for you. Some patients have even torn their earlobes accidentally or even have a remaining scar from a previous piercing. Regardless, earlobe repair is one solution. How Does Damage Happen? Let’s go over how damage happens. Earlobe damage can occur from a variety of places. Wearing earrings that are heavy for long periods of time will gradually elongate the lobes, making the piercing location stretch downward. This does not require a piercing to happen. Wearing heavy clip-on earrings can […]

As the winter chill comes in and Arctic blasts hit North America, you might not be considering what you look like. Winter season is when we bury ourselves in heavy jackets and thick sweaters, concealing much about our appearance. But, winter weather is also a great time for plastic surgery. If you have not considered having your plastic surgery done in the winter, Dr. Pirani has 5 reasons why you should have it done then.   The Sun The first reason why plastic surgery is better in the winter is because of sun exposure. Sutures and raw skin especially should not be exposed to […]

Many people might joke about having a double chin, but the reality of it is far from amusing. It is not something that you have to live with, however. If you are concerned about the excessive skin or fat underneath your chin, you should see if Belkyra treatment is right for you. What is it?   Belkyra or Kybella treatment is a nonsurgical injection technique that is used to decrease the amount of excess fat underneath the chin. It works through the use of a synthetic form of deoxycholic acid that reduces the amount of fat cells in the area that it is […]

While a lot of attention is given to breast augmentation surgery, there seems to be less conversation about breast reduction surgery. In fact, breast reduction surgery does not just alter the appearance of your body, but it can benefit your physical health. Here’s what you should know. Why Have A Breast Reduction Surgery? A breast reduction surgery is typically recommended for patients with large breasts that have begun to experience symptoms of pain due to them. Larger breasts can be excessively heavy, pulling your chest, shoulders, and even neck forward as your body struggles to balance it. The extra weight can affect what […]

If you have been concerned about hollow or lax cheeks, you might have considered getting a cheek augmentation. But what is the procedure and what does it really do? What Is It? To begin with, cheek augmentation is a procedure that adds volume to increase the fullness of your cheeks. In some cases, the loss of volume over time due to aging can cause the skin around the cheeks to begin to sag. In other cases, patients may have lost a lot of weight, including in their face, leaving lax, sagging skin behind. These concerns can be corrected with a cheek augmentation. Dermal […]

Fillers have recently become one of the most popular non-surgical forms of cosmetic surgery. This procedure has been the answer for many patients who desire facial rejuvenation, but are reluctant to go forward with a facelift or any other more involved type of surgical procedure. We are going to take a look at what fillers are and how they can help achieve facial rejuvenation. What Are Fillers? To begin with, let’s go over what facial fillers are. Fillers are made up of hyaluronic acid, which is a naturally-occurring substance in your skin. The fillers are then injected under the skin to fill […]

Male breast reduction surgery is the best treatment for gynecomastia. Gynecomastia is a condition where a man’s breasts become enlarged, typically due to a hormone concern or genetics. Male breast reduction surgery is a procedure that will remove the fat and excess tissue to restore you to a flatter and more masculine appearance. Why Have Surgery? Men might choose to have male breast reduction surgery for any number of reasons, but some of the most common include: Weight loss: Sometimes when losing weight, men might notice that there is still excess glandular tissue remaining, despite losing fat in other locations. This will become […]

As the possibilities of aesthetic or cosmetic surgical procedures have become more advanced, the popularity of such procedures has increased. In fact, the amount of plastic surgeries has nearly doubled over the last 10 years. Aesthetic procedures have become more accessible as well, making them easier than ever to obtain and to recover from. But what are the most common aesthetic surgical procedures performed? 1. Breast Augmentation Breast implants have been around for decades, but their popularity has increased. There are two types of breast implants used: saline and silicone. Silicone is the more popular choice, because the results feel more natural than […]

While Botox has taken the cosmetic surgery world by storm over the last few years, there are other wonderful and helpful products that are available as well. One of these is Restylane. Restylane is often incorrectly mentioned along with Botox, as if it is a comparable product. So what is Restylane and what can it do for you? What Is Restylane? To begin with, let’s go over what Restylane is. Restylane is a dermal filler, meaning it is a substance that is injected underneath your skin to fill in a space. Like other fillers, Restylane is made up of hyaluronic acid. Hyaluronic acid […]

If you have noticed sagging or loose skin around your neck, often referred to as “turkey neck,” then you might want to consider the possibilities of a neck lift surgery. This procedure, also called a cervicoplasty or platysmaplasty, removes and tightens loose and excess skin under and around your neck, leaving you with a smoother and firmer appearance. A common concern about a neck lift procedure is what the recovery will look like. Dr. Pirani will address these concerns at your consultation appointment, but this is what you should know. Immediately After Immediately following a neck lift, you will likely leave with a […]