A Brazilian butt lift (BBL), technically called buttock augmentation with fat grafting, is an aesthetic procedure that is rapidly growing in popularity. With over 30,000 BBLs performed every year, more and more patients are realizing the pleasing aesthetic benefits this procedure can have. For this reason, Dr. Farber would like to dive deeper into the… Read More »
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Why young adults are considering body contouring procedures
Traditionally, the majority of plastic surgery and aesthetic procedure patients are chosen by middle to older-age adults. With procedures capable of treating the aging process, such as facelifts, breast augmentation and brow lifts, patients traditionally turned to plastic surgery as a solution to the appearance of wrinkles, fine lines, and loose skin. Over the past… Read More »
Why Combining a Facelift with Eyelid Surgery is a Win-Win
The face and eyes are two parts of our bodies that are most significantly affected by the aging process. In our youth, the structural integrity of our skin is tight and uncompromised, meaning our skin snaps back into place. It is also smooth, rigid, and free of wrinkles, fine lines, and sagging patches. With time,… Read More »
Does a Revision Breast Surgery Require a Lift?
Breast augmentation is the most frequently requested cosmetic surgery in the U.S. With over 320,000 patients getting implants every year, the procedure’s popularity continues to grow. Unfortunately, as more patients seek breast augmentation surgery, the number of inexperienced and underqualified surgeons advertising their services as “experts” has increased. This phenomenon results in patients getting results… Read More »
Why Facelifts are Growing More Popular with Younger People
The facelift is one of the hallmark staples of plastic surgery. First designed back in the early 1900s, facelift surgery has traditionally been prevalent for those in their late 50’s and onwards, as it is around this age when the signs of wrinkles and fines lines start becoming prominent. Recently, of the approximately 125,000 facelift… Read More »
How Long Does It Typically Take to Recover from a Brazilian Butt Lift?
For many people, the waistline and buttocks are a particularly important aspect of their physique. A Brazilian butt lift is one of the most effective procedures at achieving this coveted appearance. Each year, over 5,000 Americans opt for a Brazilian butt lift, an increase of over 250% since the year 2000. With the steadily growing… Read More »
Should You Add Liposuction To Your Tummy Tuck?
With over 130,000 tummy tucks performed each year, the tummy tuck is amongst the five most popular cosmetic procedures in the U.S. With the capacity to address both aesthetic and medical issues, there is good reason that the tummy tuck is so popular. By reducing the amount of skin around the lower abdominal region, the… Read More »
Breast Reduction: What to Expect
Women choose to undergo a breast reduction generally for one of two reasons – aesthetic goals or medical complications caused by overly large breasts. Each year, over 100,000 American women opt to make their breasts smaller. Approximately 40,000 of these procedures are aesthetic in nature, and the remaining 60,000+ stem from medical issues such as… Read More »
How to Prepare for Post-Weight Loss Body Contouring Surgery | Farber Plastic Surgery
After losing a significant amount of weight, you deserve to be thrilled with your results. It could be that you’ve lost 50 pounds or even more, have reversed your obesity and reduced your risk for heart disease and cancer. However, now that the weight has come off, you might be finding yourself having to deal with… Read More »
How Social Media Influences Plastic Surgery Trends
You can’t escape the selfie or those perfect family photos that constantly get posted to social media. Then, you know full well your professional profile picture on career-oriented sites like LinkedIn should show a broad, welcoming smile, an absence of distracting flaws, and a vibrant, approachable appearance. Posting photos to your social media pages isn’t… Read More »