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CoolSculpting® FAQs: Body Sculpting vs. Weight Loss
Maintaining a healthy lifestyle is important, but cosmetic fat reduction can help you to “fine tune” your cosmetic results and more quickly achieve your body contouring goals. The West County Plastic Surgeons of Washington University team can work with you to create a personalized plan for CoolSculpting® treatments in St. Louis, as well as provide
Understanding the Different Types of Facelifts
A facelift, or rhytidectomy, is a form of cosmetic surgery used to address facial imperfections that typically occur as we get older. Aging can have a drastic effect on the facial appearance, resulting in changes to texture, tone, and even the overall shape and symmetry. The West County Plastic Surgeons of Washington University team often
FAQs on BIA-ALCL and Textured Breast Implants
As of late July, Allergan has officially recalled its BIOCELL breast implants from the U.S. market, following requests from the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). You have likely seen extensive media coverage on these capsules, which are believed to be linked to a rare form of cancer. This news has been distressing for women who
What Causes Face Wrinkles?
It’s no surprise to anyone who’s ever considered their options for getting a younger-looking face: The best-known cosmetic treatment for wrinkles is BOTOX®. St. Louis-based West County Plastic Surgeons of Washington University often fields questions from people who have heard the brad name and want to learn more—about the injectable and what it can do
Do Breast Implants Have a Lifespan?
Whether it’s feeling better about the way they look in certain outfits or improving overall self-esteem, there’s no doubt that breast surgery can be transformative for many women. One of the questions most frequently asked by people who have had or are considering breast surgery is: “What is the lifespan of breast implants?” St. Louis’
Rhinoplasty: Nose Reshaping with Plastic Surgery
In 2019, it’s incredible to observe the degree to which technological advances have transformed the field of cosmetic surgery, especially when compared to what was available just a few decades ago. In the St. Louis area, the plastic surgery-focused team at West County Plastic Surgeons has seen procedures become safer, more accessible, and more cost-effective
BOTOX® or XEOMIN®? Comparing Two Muscle-Relaxing Injectables
Many people have long wished for a more youthful-looking face—and their numbers seem to be growing. Not only do image-based social media platforms continue to thrive, but industry studies show that women and men alike are frequently unhappy with one or more aspect of their aging skin. Perhaps that’s why the demand for wrinkle-reducing injectables
It’s Now Easier Than Ever Before to Love Your Lips
At West County Plastic Surgeons of Washington University, our talented team of nurse practitioners and physician assistants handle injectable treatments, including lip injections. St. Louis-area patients enjoy the artistry and special techniques they offer to anyone seeking to add volume for a fuller smile or pout. In about 15 to 20 minutes, an injector can
Strategies for Freeing Fat for Removal
If you’ve ever glared at your bulging belly while taking a bite of your 18th salad of the month, you probably know that fat can be a stubborn thing to get rid of. That’s true for two reasons: First, certain fat cells may simply resist the changes hoped for when someone starts a diet or
Sometimes Two Are Better Than One: Lipoabdominoplasty
Two of the most popular procedures at West County Plastic Surgeons are abdominoplasty and liposuction surgery. St. Louis patients who want to improve the tone and contours of their abdominal area may want lipo to remove significant pockets of fat, whereas the tummy tuck deals with excess, baggy skin and separated muscles. Fortunately, the decision
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