September 11, 2020
Alarplasty is a plastic surgery procedure that alters the width, size, and shape of the nostrils. This can be done for either cosmetic or functional reasons. This procedure may also be recommended for patients with nostrils that are too narrow or appear pinched. The ideal candidate for alarplasty is a man or woman in good …
Read moreAugust 23, 2020
Breast reduction (reduction mammoplasty) is the solution for women who are burdened by the weight and size of their breasts. The excess skin, fat, and other connective tissue is sculpted into a set of shapely, symmetrical breasts that fit the natural contours of the body. When is the Breast Reduction Procedure Advisable? The best candidates …
Read moreAugust 7, 2020
Breast augmentation (augmentation mammoplasty), also known as a ‘boob job’ is the ideal solution for women who want to enhance the size, shape, or symmetry of their breasts. A breast augmentation can make you feel anything from more confident in a swimsuit to ferociously feminine in a blouse! Nevertheless, the goal of breast augmentation is …
Read moreJuly 24, 2020
Men are taking care of themselves and their image like never before. They consider their appearance as a critical part of who they are. Wanting to look as good as they feel, plastic surgery for men includes mostly facial treatments. Some upper body treatments are also included to improve body symmetry. Let’s take a look …
Read moreJuly 12, 2020
It is not unusual to have two or three surgeries done at the same time, in the same appointment. However, determining what procedures can and can’t be done safely is the surgeon’s call. It also depends on the pre-op surgical risk exams. Deciding whether combining plastic surgery treatments is for you We have to decide …
Read moreJune 21, 2020
Kybella is available at our Surco branch with Dr Daniel Saco-Vertiz, our specialist in plastic surgery. Kybella is an injectable compound that is used to burn fat from the area under the chin. It is a patented synthetic form of deoxycholic acid, a molecule that occurs naturally and that helps in the metabolism of fat …
Read moreJune 13, 2020
Direct Hair Implantation (DHI) is a hair transplant technique that is performed by taking hair follicles from the donor area using a special ‘pen’. The same pen is used to open tiny holes and place the follicles into the transplant area. Extraction and placement is done simultaneously. This makes it a speedy, extremely accurate, and …
Read moreJune 5, 2020
Gynecomastia, also known as gynecomasty, is an enlargement of the male breast tissue normally caused by an imbalance of estrogen and testosterone hormones, affecting boys and men. It is a surprisingly common condition and actually affects 40-60% of men. For those within their normal weight range, this swelling, or enlargement, can be caused by side …
Read moreJune 1, 2020
Abdominal etching, also known as six-pack liposculpture, is a plastic surgery procedure that will make your abs look chiseled. This procedure is for individuals who already have a healthy diet, regular exercise routine, and already have a flat stomach. How does abdominal etching work? It works similarly to traditional liposuction, but there’s one important distinction. …
Read moreMay 29, 2020
Dermal fillers help to diminish facial lines, restoring volume and fullness in the face or lips. As we age, our faces naturally lose subcutaneous fat. The facial muscles are then working closer to the skin surface, so smile lines and crow’s feet become more apparent. As our facial skin stretches as the years pass, this …
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