Breast augmentation is a major surgical procedure involving a significant recovery process. A candidate planning to go through this surgery should budget time for recovery. She should be committed to follow the recovery instructions of the cosmetic surgeon in order…

Women usually seek breast augmentation from a cosmetic surgeon purely for aesthetic reasons. A woman may want to increase the size of naturally small breasts, create a more voluptuous figure, or improve the symmetry between the breasts. In some cases,…

Breast augmentation is usually performed as an elective surgery, and the costs will not be covered by insurance. Therefore, cost becomes a natural starting point for many women seeking this surgery. At the time of initial consultation, the cosmetic surgeon…

One of the reasons behind the popularity of breast augmentation surgery is that the procedure is fairly customizable to suit the individual needs of a patient.  Double board certified cosmetic and oral & maxillofacial surgeon Dr. Landon McLain provides breast…

Liposuction currently ranks as the number two cosmetic surgery procedure in the US after breast augmentation. While a growing number of patients are seeking this surgery every year, they should make the decision only after careful deliberation and after clarifying…

Liposuction currently ranks as the second most popular cosmetic surgery procedure in the US, according to the ASPS figures. Pre-operative preparation creates the foundation for a successful liposuction surgery, and patients should follow the instructions of the cosmetic surgeon through…

Consultation is the first important part of the liposuction surgery process. At this time, the surgeon will educate the patient about all aspects of liposuction, including its risks and benefits. Pre- and post-operative preparation steps will be discussed. The cosmetic…

Innovations in surgical techniques have made liposuction a relatively less invasive procedure today. In many cases, the cosmetic surgeon may perform liposuction using only local anesthesia. However, if the surgeon has a strong sense of art and aesthetics, they can…