Any kind of surgery is inherently frightening. The notion of volunteering to allow someone else to cut into your body is enough to spark your survival instincts, no matter how minor the procedure may seem.
Many plastic surgery patients express anxiety and trepidation about undergoing surgery, wondering, “Is plastic surgery safe?” This fear is understandable, but it is ultimately unfounded. Plastic surgery has never been safer, and any plastic surgery patient who chooses an experienced, trusted surgeon has nothing to worry about. With all the advances in medicine and technology emphasizing patient safety in plastic surgery, here are six reasons why you don’t need to be fearful of plastic surgery.… Read More »
Plastic Surgery Has Never Been Safer: Six Reasons You Have Nothing to Worry About
Plastic Surgery: Procedures to Consider Before Starting College
Plastic surgery before college is becoming an increasingly common practice. College is a time to reinvent yourself as you embark on a dramatic transition from being seen as a child to an independent adult. As you venture into the next stage of your life, you can leave the past behind and unveil a new and improved version you.
So, what are the best procedures to undergo if you are considering plastic surgery before college? It’s important to consider a variety of factors, including whether the target area of your body has fully matured, the expected recovery time, and your goals for the procedure. Below are the most common plastic surgeries to consider before starting college, but in order to truly determine which plastic surgeries are best for you, it is essential to schedule a consultation with an experienced plastic surgeon…. Read More »
Getting Work Done Is Absolutely a Form of Self-Love—Here’s Why
People who are critical of plastic surgery feel that undergoing any cosmetic procedure is demeaning, because it’s only serving to please others and conform to conventional standards of beauty. People who assert this point of view, however, are missing the whole point of plastic surgery: Opting to undergo plastic surgery is not done for everyone else. Plastic surgery and self-esteem are closely connected, and getting work done is absolutely a form of self-love.… Read More »
Here’s Why Requesting a Cosmetic Surgery Consultation Is the Best Thing You’ll Ever Do
If you’ve been curious about or interested in plastic surgery, the first step is requesting a consultation—in fact, we consider a plastic surgery consultation as absolutely essential! It’s an opportunity to meet with a plastic surgeon to learn more about them and understand the plan for any procedure. Below, you can learn all of the reasons why requesting a cosmetic surgery consultation is the best thing you’ll ever do!… Read More »
Worried About Pain After Plastic Surgery? This Is Why You Have Nothing to Worry About
One of the most popular questions prospective plastic surgery patients have for their doctor is, “How painful is plastic surgery?” While many are excited about rejuvenating their appearance, they are not as excited about the possible pain and discomfort the surgery may cause.
If you are worried about being in pain after plastic surgery, we are here to put your concerns to rest. Below, we focus on two popular procedures’ potential pain points: the amount of pain after breast augmentation and pain after facelift surgery. … Read More »
Plastic Surgery Has Never Been More Accessible—Here’s Why
Are you interested in plastic surgery, but have hesitated to move forward because of the potential cost of a cosmetic procedure? The great news is that plastic surgery has never been more accessible, thanks to plastic surgery prices going down and plastic surgery financing options being more inclusive than ever. Learn more regarding why plastic surgery has never been more accessible, including some of the most popular cosmetic procedures’ financing options.… Read More »
COVID-19 PATIENT PROTECTION POLICY
We believe the foundation of our relationship with our patients & staff is built on trust. We have been trusted by thousands of patients, over 20 years, to provide competent, compassionate care that empowers them to reach their full potential.
With so much unknown & uncertain in our situation today, one thing remains certain, our commitment to the health & safety of our patients. As such, we have created & implemented a policy based off of the current best practice guidelines from the CDC, CMS, Texas Medical Board, Governor of Texas Roadmap to Re-opening, the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, the American Society of Anesthesiologists, the Society for Ambulatory Anesthesia, AAAASF (surgical facility accreditation) and the Anesthesia Patient Safety Foundation. These policies will be updated as changes occur to recommended best practice guidelines.
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We’ve Missed You! We’re OPEN again
We’ve missed you! After several difficult weeks for everyone, the Great State of Texas is beginning the first phase of returning to a more familiar way of life! While we are all excited to begin this phase of re-opening, caution & uncertainty remain. As always, your health & safety are our first priority and you can be certain that our facility is operating according to up-to-date, best practice guidelines. These are based on the CDC, Texas Medical Board, American Society of Plastic Surgeons, American Society of Anesthesiologists, AAAASF & Society for Ambulatory Based Anesthesia among others.
We want to share with you a brief overview of what you can expect and the changes we have implemented. For questions please call our office or visit https://lookyounger.net for more details of our COVID-19 Patient Protection Policy.
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7 Plastic Surgeries to Consider for Summer
As the weather heats up, it is time to consider some of the best plastic surgeries for summer. Warm weather means it is swimsuit season, and that means less clothing to hide potential problem areas from the peering eyes of friends, family, and the general public. Whether it is soaking up some sun at the pool, vacationing on a tropical beach, or getting comfortable at a local BBQ, summer is the time of year to flaunt your body.
7 Things Every Man Should Know About Plastic Surgery
Plastic surgery for men can be very different from plastic surgery for women. Most men seek a body that is muscular, toned, and athletic, with bulging shoulders and a defined chest leading down to a flat stomach and narrow hips; women, on the other hand, may focus primarily on creating an hourglass figure or looking at ways to preserve their youthful glow.
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