That time I posted boobs on LinkedIn [video]
I recently wrote an article for LinkedIn about women either opting for smaller breast implants or feeling satisfied with naturally smaller breasts. The topic was germane to how society perceives women with large vs small breasts and how this affects women in the workplace. The responses illustrated in the post’s comments were illuminating! What […]
How long does it take Botox and fillers to work? [video]
Botox and fillers are pretty commonplace these days. To reduce wrinkles caused by overactive muscles in the forehead, between the eyebrows and around the eyes (crow’s feet), Botox is your weapon of choice. For deep lines like the parentheses extending from the nose down to the corners of the mouth, fillers work best. But when […]
Are smaller breasts really a new trend?
In this article from Today.com, “they” and “those in the know” are suggesting that women are requesting smaller breasts now. Specifically, more women are requesting to downsize their previous breast augmentation procedures. Why are women requesting smaller breasts? This isn’t brand new information. In fact, we discussed Victoria’s Secrets sagging fortunes in the larger […]
2017 BuildMyBod Health Pricing Report [infographic]
In our fifth year now, BuildMyBod Health is releasing their 2017 BuildMyBod Health Pricing Report. This is an extensive review of pricing from the largest doctor-provided pricing database around. Doctors, including those in private practice and those affiliated with surgery centers disclose out-of-pocket costs in healthcare. New this year, our Pricing Report includes not only […]
10 Healthy Substitutes to Trim Your Waist
Until I met my wife, who’s a really great cook, I didn’t know eating delicious healthy food was possible. It’s all about using healthy substitutes. You don’t have to eat low cal bland foods like rice cakes. You can still have tacos and spaghetti! Here’s how to eat well with healthy substitutes! As you’ll […]
My new insurance doesn’t cover my old medication
The volatile nature of health insurance can present new challenges all around. However, I want to focus on one very real issue and how to resolve it. What happens when you change health insurance plans and they don’t cover the medication you’re currently taking. The obvious answer is that you switch to whatever similar medication […]
Arm Lift vs Arm Lipo
Unhappy with the bat wings on your arms? Sure it’s a terrible description but that’s how patients describe the extra fat and skin on their upper arms. Depending on your situation, arm lipo or an arm lift is the way to go. What’s the difference between an arm lift and arm lipo? Patients with […]
Infraareolar vs Inframammary Breast Augmentation
I know those words are a mouthful, no pun intended. However, if you’re researching breast augmentation, you’ll want to know your options. Both of these breast augmentation techniques involve an incision on the breast, not through the armpit. They’re both great for a straightforward breast augmentation. In other words, no lift, which can be accomplished […]
Why healthcare insurance has high deductibles
For those of you shopping for new insurance, you probably want the most affordable plan out there. Even if you find an inexpensive plan, there’s a catch. Plans that are less expensive month-to-month have high deductibles as a trade off. That means if you actually need a doctor, medication or hospitalization, you’ll be paying a […]
Do I really need to change my breast implants every 10 years?
No. But let’s clarify where that number came from and why it’s not necessarily true. Every patient that researches breast augmentation has come across the magic number of 10. The need to replace breast implants (saline or silicone) every 10 years. Replacing breast implants every 10 years? In 2011, the FDA released this report on […]
Do I need a foley catheter for my surgery? [video]
While it’s normal to be squeamish about a foley catheter, it’s actually a very important device. For those that don’t know, a foley catheter is a silicone tube placed into the bladder to measure urine output. Many think it’s just for bed-ridden patients that can’t get up to go to the bathroom. But it serves […]
Skin removal or liposuction?
Many more patients are undergoing massive weight loss surgery. Either with a gastric bypass or gastric sleeve. Once they lose all that weight, they still have trouble fitting into clothes because of the excess skin. So do they need skin removal or liposuction? That depends. Do you need skin removal or liposuction? It’s very […]