The nose is a complicated part of the body made up of cartilage, bone and soft tissue. A rhinoplasty, or nose job, surgery is complex, and recovery can sometimes be challenging. Here are a few tips to help make recovery as comfortable as possible. Take Plenty of Time Off to Recover The most important part […]
How Staying Hydrated Helps with Recovery
The human body is composed of 65 percent water. Some parts of the body are even more concentrated with H2O. The brain contains up to 95 percent water, blood is made of up to 82 percent water, and the lungs are composed of close to 90 percent water. Water is one of the most essential […]
What’s the Difference Between Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery?
Like many similar terms, cosmetic and plastic surgery are often used interchangeably. This has led to the mistaken assumption over the years that they’re the same thing. Although they are closely related, these two specialties require different training and have different goals. Cosmetic Surgery The American Board of Cosmetic Surgery clearly defines cosmetic surgery as […]
4 Tips for a Better Recovery From a Tummy Tuck
One of the most popular cosmetic procedures in the United States is the tummy tuck, or abdominoplasty. More than 125,000 of these procedures are performed each year, and as technology advances the surgery becomes less invasive and easier to recover from. However, there is still an obvious recovery period, as with any surgery, so here […]
Tips for Dressing Each Body Shape
Sometimes you think you’ve found the absolute perfect outfit, but when you try it on, you feel like it looks terrible. It could be that the outfit simply didn’t flatter your body type. We all have different shapes, and different styles and cuts flatter different areas. Find out which body shape you have and how […]
FAQs About Brazilian Butt-Lifts
Brazilian Butt-Lifts are taking the cosmetic surgery industry by storm. Many patients call us asking how the procedure works and if they’re a good candidate to enhance their buttocks area using this method. Here are some of the most frequently asked questions about the Brazilian Butt-Lift. Why Is It Called a Brazilian Butt-Lift? No, you […]
Celebrities Open Up About Their Nose Jobs
The days of being embarrassed about or hiding cosmetic procedures are almost completely behind us. More and more women and men are turning to cosmetic surgery to look and feel their best, and they aren’t ashamed of it anymore. How do we know? There’s no more sneaking around or trying to keep everything under wraps. […]
Tummy Tucks Can Help with Back Pain
The tummy tuck, or abdominoplasty, has been one of the most popular cosmetic surgeries for decades. Flat stomachs have been one of the most desired physical attributes in our society for a long time, and for those who have gained and lost large amounts of weight, sometimes an abdominoplasty is the only way to achieve […]
Unexpected Benefits of Breast Implants in Seattle
Contrary to popular belief, breast implants are not just about increasing your breast volume. After all, aside from a “flat chest” appearance, patients in Seattle may also have other aesthetic issues such as deformity and asymmetry, according to Dr. Donald G. Wortham, a board-certified plastic surgeon at the renowned Cosmetic Surgical Arts Center. But before […]
Preparing for a Cosmetic Surgery Consultation
The beginning of your cosmetic surgery journey begins the moment you schedule a consultation. It can be overwhelming at first when you begin to think about all your questions, and you may wonder what the appointment will be like. Here are a few things that can help you prepare for your cosmetic surgery consultation and […]
