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What Is Canthoplasty and Is It Right for You?

 

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The eyes play an important role in your appearance. Wide, almond-shaped eyes are considered attractive, but genetics, aging and other factors can affect the eye shape. One option for rejuvenating or changing the eye shape is lateral canthoplasty, a type of eye surgery that can adjust the outer eye. The outer eye where the bottom…

Vertiflex Procedure – Is It Right for You?

 

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Lower back pain and sciatica are common conditions that can impact quality of life and mobility. Spinal stenosis is often the cause of lower back pain due to nerve compression caused by narrowing of the spinal column. There are new treatments to offer relief from spinal stenosis pain, including the Vertiflex procedure. Spinal stenosis, or…

Is Fat Transfer Breast Augmentation Right for You?

 

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Breast augmentation surgery has been one of the most popular plastic surgeries for decades. While most breast enlargements use implants, there is another, more natural-looking option. Breast fat transfer augmentation uses fat harvested from your body to enlarge your breast size. Natural breast augmentation, or breast fat transfer, has evolved in the last several years…

Pros and Cons of Renuvion Skin Tightening

 

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Loose skin is a common problem for many people. Aging, weight loss, pregnancy and other factors can contribute to saggy skin on the arms, abdomen, thighs and other areas. Renuvion®, also known as J-Plasma, is an off-label option for tightening skin that comes with both pros and cons for patients. What Is J-Plasma or Renuvion?…

How to Get Rid of Gyno Without Surgery

 

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Gynecomastia, or male breast enlargement, is a common problem among both younger and older males. Called “gyno” for short, gynecomastia can be an embarrassing problem for many men. While plastic surgery can remove excess breast tissue, many men want to know how to get rid of gyno without surgery. What Causes Gynecomastia? Whether you call…

Scar on Eye: Causes, Symptoms and Treatments

 

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Scar tissue occurs whenever tissue is damaged and needs repair. While you may be able to see scars on the skin, there is scar tissue created internally when there is an injury. Scar tissue on the eye or corneal scarring are results of damage to the eye. Here are the causes, symptoms and treatments for…

Does Losing Weight Affect Your Nose Size?

 

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The nose is the central feature of the face, and many people are concerned that their nose may look too big. If you are self-conscious due to a larger nose, you may wonder if there are ways to reduce the size naturally. Does losing weight affect your nose size or shape? Here is what you…

Is a Chipped Tooth an Emergency?

 

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Teeth are designed to endure excessive pressure to chew tough food. However, direct impact to a tooth can crack or chip the structure. If you or your child damage a tooth, you may wonder if you need urgent dental care. Is a chipped tooth an emergency or can you wait to seek dental treatment? Causes…

How Long Does It Take for Hair to Grow?

 

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If you are trying to grow out your hair, it can be a frustratingly slow process. It may not seem like your hair is growing at all, but it is assuredly getting longer day by day. How long does it take for hair to grow? There are many factors that contribute to hair growth, and…

What Is the Gum Graft Recovery Timeline?

 

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Receding gums can cause many potential problems. When the roots of teeth are exposed, they are at higher risk of decay and loss from periodontal disease. One of the treatments for receding gums is gum graft surgery. Here is what you need to know about gum graft surgery, including the recovery timeline. What Is Gum…