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Body modification is increasingly popular among younger generations. Tattoos and piercings in all sorts of visible locations are more and more the norm. One such trend is gauged ear lobe. This is a process in which plugs of increasing size are inserted in the ear lobes, resulting in a stretched ear lobe. People wear a […]

Patients are generally aware that when their doctors ask what medications they are on, they need to disclose the prescription medications they are taking. What many patients don’t realize, however, is that it is vitally important to also disclose herbal and homeopathic medications and supplements as well. Dietary supplements and herbal medications are becoming increasingly […]

Eyelid surgery, or blepharoplasty, can have many benefits for patients with a variety of complaints. As the eyelids age, the skin loses elasticity and can become saggy. As it sags, the upper eyelid can sometimes become an impediment to eyesight, as well as creating a tired or aged appearance. An upper eyelid procedure can remove […]

There is some over-response and hysteria to FUE marketing. Perhaps this should be described as very successful marketing. There is no question I realize that  HTN has to present this subject and the debate. By asking opinions of the subscribers you are doing the right thing. These are my present unedited thoughts and are not for […]

Have you been thinking about a cosmetic procedure? Maybe a particular feature, such as your nose, has been an area of concern for your whole life. Or maybe you have just recently noticed wrinkles developing and you want to learn more about injectables to head them off. No matter how small or large your desired […]

Many people have scars resulting from a variety of traumas. It is common for people to feel self conscious about their scars. When a wound has had difficulty healing or a surgical incision is not closed properly, a more significant scar may result. Although it is never possible to fully erase a scar, plastic surgeons have […]

For a true, extensive and permanent improvement in the look of your face, a traditional surgical facelift is often the best option. However, as with any surgery, it is not without its downsides. There is recovery time involved, and the benefits are not immediately fully realized. For maximal satisfaction with your procedure, you should be […]

After cosmetic eyelid surgery, San Francisco patients are often anxious to get out of the house and return to their normal routine. However, healing from surgery does take time, and there are often side effects like bruising and swelling during the healing process. Although swelling subsides fairly quickly, bruising can last longer and you may […]

Are you experiencing aging around your mouth and lower face? Of course all areas of the face are affected by the aging process, but the treatments for different regions may vary. Here we will discuss the issues and treatments specific to the lower face. One very common complaint for patients is that their lips have […]

People of East Asian descent have eyelids that do not have a crease whereas the eyelids of most other ethnicities do. It is not uncommon for Asian Americans to seek surgery to alter their single eyelids to have a crease. This is a specific type of blepharoplasty (eyelid surgery) known as double eyelid surgery or […]