Do you have a birthmark that is embarrassing or disfiguring to your appearance? Many people are born with birthmarks somewhere on their body. While some are easily covered with clothing, those with birthmarks on their face or other exposed areas can be self-conscious and wonder whether they can have the mark removed. There are different…
Osteoporosis is a silent disease that can strike people of almost any age, gender or ethnicity. This disease weakens the bones to the point where fractures can be caused by normal activities, causing pain and disability. While no one is immune to the possibility of osteoporosis, there are people who are at higher risk for…
Rhinoplasty, or the “nose job”, is still one of the most commonly performed plastic surgeries for cosmetic enhancement of the face. Since the nose is such a prominent feature, the size and shape can affect the entire appearance of a person’s face. Teens that have a larger or misshaped nose are particularly self-conscious and often…
Do you hide your upper arms under longer sleeves, even in the summertime? Many women are self-conscious of their upper arms due to excess fat or skin that can make them look flabby. Age, weight loss and genetics can all have an effect on how your upper arms look. If you have eliminated tanks tops…
Have you experienced irregular, heavy or frequent menstrual periods? This is often diagnosed as abnormal uterine bleeding (AUB) and can be a sign of health issues that need medical attention. Although it is not uncommon for a woman’s menstrual periods to change in flow or frequency, continuous changes may be a symptom of a serious…
Your cheeks have a large impact on the shape of your face. While some people desire cheek implants to soften their face, others opt to have cheek reduction surgery. For those who were born with a rounder, fuller face, cheek reduction can help define their facial structure, offering a more sculpted look for their face.…
A brow or forehead lift is one of the most popular cosmetic surgeries to reduce the signs of aging. This procedure can help diminish forehead lines and wrinkles as well as tighten the skin above and around the eyes. However, all brow lifts are not the same. There are actually several different brow lift surgeries…
There are television shows that are dedicated to the horror stories of people who chose the wrong plastic surgeon to do their cosmetic surgery. Not only did they pay to have an expensive procedure performed and did not get the results they desired, they also are faced with having to pay to have the surgery…
If you are considering using liposuction to help sculpt your body, you have more choices available than ever before. Advances in cosmetic surgery have created different options to help those looking to remove stubborn fat from problem areas. Choosing the right type of liposuction is crucial to get the results you desire. Here are three…
Have you been experiencing severe pelvic pain, especially during your menstrual period? It may be caused by endometriosis. This medical condition occurs when endometrium, the tissue that lines the uterus, grows outside of the uterus, affecting your ovaries, bowel or pelvic tissue. Like the endometrium in your uterus, this displaced tissue thickens and breaks down…
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