A Statement from LJC’s Medical Director, John Smoot, MD, FACS On July 24, 2019, Allergan voluntarily recalled all BIOCELL textured breast implants at the request of the FDA. While this is a positive move toward further reducing instances of BIA-ALCL, the news has understandably caused some confusion and fear among patients. To help patients avoid… Continue Reading »
Spend enough time researching injectable fillers, neurotoxins (BOTOX & Dysport), and other non-surgical treatments, and eventually you’ll come across this term: “off-label.” As is the case with medical jargon, “off-label” use is a term tossed around by providers without much thought; however, as a patient, you may see it and wonder, “what the heck does… Continue Reading »
Unless you’ve been hiding under an actual rock, it’s nearly impossible to miss the hoards of shirtless hunks with rock-hard abs and chiseled features inundating the media. Along with this latest rise in “superhero culture,” we’re seeing even higher standards for men’s aesthetics. Superheroes of old—such as Adam West as Batman in the 1960s—had a… Continue Reading »
It’s round 5 of our Real Life Recovery series. As summer is upon us, we address a common concern among our mommy makeover patients: swimming after surgery. So you’ve decided to take the plunge and get your kickin’ curves back after becoming a mom. Whether regaining your figure means a breast augmentation, breast lift, tummy… Continue Reading »
It’s a completely understandable concern. While breast lift surgery can help women get an improved silhouette, the thought of post-procedure scars stops many women from pursuing a surgery they’d otherwise want. The good news is you can have a breast lift without extreme scars, and we have methods for minimizing their appearance. Our very own Dr…. Continue Reading »
Welcome back to our Real Life Recovery series. This must-read article calls out some common pitfalls that can hinder your plastic surgery recovery and results. Are beautiful results and a safe, smooth recovery on your plastic surgery must-have list? Of course they are! While there’s plenty you can do to help ensure a satisfying result,… Continue Reading »
Welcome back to our Real Life Recovery series. In our second installment, we’re addressing a commonly asked question about our most popular procedure at LJC: breast augmentation. You’ve decided to take the plunge and have breast augmentation. No doubt you’re excited about enjoying life with your new look! But before you schedule that marathon day… Continue Reading »
Which would you guess? Well, if you guessed fiction you would be correct: the skin of the two sexes is considerably different, affecting how each should be treated during cosmetic procedures. Here are some of the key differences: 1. Men’s skin is thicker than women’s skin. That’s due to the increased testosterone production men undergo… Continue Reading »