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What Are the Benefits of a Brow Lift?

If you could turn back the clock and look younger and more refreshed, would you? For many patients with aging skin, sagging eyebrows and loose forehead skin, a brow lift can create a facial transformation. These patients are amazed to look in the mirror and once again see the youth they thought was gone forever. Call us today and schedule your brow lift consultation with Dr. Sato. What Is a Brow Lift? A brow lift is a surgical procedure that lifts and tightens the forehead and brow area. Dr. Sato makes an incision that stretches between the ears and across the top […]

What Is SmartLipo Triplex?

Whether you’ve got love handles or a muffin top, sporting extra fat is no fun, especially when it just won’t go away. If diet and exercise can’t eliminate your trouble areas, come see us for a little help. We offer SmartLipo Triplex, a minimally invasive laser lipolysis treatment that can eliminate those unwanted problem areas because the only muffin you need is with breakfast. SmartLipo Triplex Basics SmartLipo Triplex is a different kind of liposuction. A small cannula (think pen tip size) is placed under the skin through a tiny incision. Laser energy is focused through this cannula to liquefy the fat […]

The Normalization of Cosmetic Surgery

“Cosmetic surgery has become the new makeup.” A recent article in Time magazine highlighted the increasing popularity of cosmetic treatments and aesthetic enhancements. Cosmetic procedures are increasingly accepted and sought after. Last year alone almost 16 million cosmetic treatments were performed in the U.S. We are excited that the changes in cultural acceptance may help more men and women to look and feel their best. Why the Shift? The Time article explores some of the reasons behind the cultural shift toward acceptance of cosmetic procedures. There are many reasons behind the changes, but let’s explore some of the notable ones. Results Look More […]

Social Media and Plastic Surgery in 2015

Social media is so much more than just cat videos and memes. It has a real impact on how see and feel about ourselves. Social media has made a lasting impact on the world, and on the plastic surgery industry too. Don’t believe me? Take a look at some of the effects social media has on cosmetic surgery in 2015. Plastic Surgery for Better Selfies Would you ever consider plastic surgery to look better online? Research suggests that social media is a motivating factor behind many cosmetic procedures. One study found that surgeons reported a 31% increase in patients seeking surgery to […]

The Fading Stigma of Plastic Surgery

What’s holding you back from getting the body of your dreams? Many people delay plastic surgery, worrying about what friends, neighbors and others might think. If you’re not ready for plastic surgery, that’s fine, but don’t forego your dreams over worries about what others will think; the stigma around plastic surgery is fading and it’s more acceptable than ever to create the body you want. What’s causing the change in opinion about plastic surgery? Let’s take a look at a few of the reasons we see. Celebrities Embrace Cosmetic Enhancement Hollywood is a big driving factor in the fading stigma around plastic surgery. […]

Celebs Who Love Cosmetic Surgery

What’s the secret to Hollywood beauty? A little cosmetic help, of course. While many celebrities are tight-lipped about their cosmetic procedures, some aren’t afraid to share information about their enhancements. Did your favorite celebrity make our list? Find out below. Iggy Azalea- Breast Augmentation Recently, singer Iggy Azalea opened up about her breast augmentation. After a lifetime with small breasts, she decided to get surgery and apparently loves the results. In recent interviews, the rapper has gushed about her new look. She admits that breast augmentation was something she’d thought about her whole life. Azalea isn’t the only one to love her […]

Is Your Body Ready for Summer? Summer Cosmetic Surgery Options

Summer will be here before you know it. Is your body ready? Many men and women opt for a little pre-summer cosmetic surgery to ensure their bodies are poolside ready. If you want to look amazing this summer, here are a few cosmetic treatments to consider now. Call us today and book your appointment. Breast Augmentation Fill out your bikini top this summer with breast augmentation. If your breasts are a bit smaller than you’d like or if you’ve lost volume from pregnancy and breastfeeding, implants can come to the rescue. Breast augmentation is consistently one of the most popular cosmetic surgical […]

Mother’s Day Gift Inspiration

Late nights worrying about her little ones can take their toll on Mom’s skin. This Mother’s Day, give your mom some rejuvenation and help undo a bit of the damage you’ve caused. These pampering treatments would make a great gift for Mother’s Day. BOTOX® Every laugh, smile and frown you’ve shared with your mom appears on her face. Each time you make a facial expression, muscles contract and over time, these contractions produce permanent lines in the skin. BOTOX® to the rescue. BOTOX® temporarily inhibits muscle movements that cause wrinkles, allowing the lines to fade away and preventing new ones from forming. […]

Spring Cosmetic Surgery Must Do’s

Spring is finally here! As you revel in the warm weather and gorgeous flowers, give us a call and schedule an appointment with Dr. Sato. Spring is the time to prepare for a stunning summer. These spring cosmetic surgery must do’s are the perfect treatments to give you a much needed confidence boost come summer. Are any of these treatments on your wish list? Breast Augmentation Breast augmentation is consistently the most popular cosmetic surgical procedure. Women feel sexy and confident when they have full, shapely breasts. Breast augmentation isn’t just for the young. Many women turn to the procedure after childbearing […]

Are Breast Implants in Teens Recommended?

When teenage patients first come to our offices to discuss breast augmentation, one of the first questions they often ask is, “Are breast implants recommended for teens?” There is no simple yes or no answer to this question. Sometimes breast augmentation is the right choice for a teenage patient, while other times, waiting is preferred. It really depends on the situation and the teen in question. Are There Underlying Physical Deformities? Surgery to correct physical deformities is a big reason behind many teenage breast augmentations. Poland’s Syndrome and asymmetry are two wonderful reasons for teens to consider breast implants, in some cases […]

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