Sun damage is a common occurrence, especially during the summer months. Even if we do make an effort to apply SPF 30, or more, every time we venture to the park, beach, or pool, we are still risking damage after so many hours going by. However, sun damage such as wrinkles, fine lines, and skin…
As plastic surgeons in Louisiana, we’ve encountered a lot of patients who feel like their “eyes” look mad, sad, or tired, but they feel just the opposite. They know that most of these unwanted facial expressions around the eyes are caused by aging, but they’re unsure if they need a brow lift or a blepharoplasty…
Women choose labiaplasty for both functional and cosmetic reasons. Enlarged, elongated, or asymmetrical labia can cause irritation or discomfort during exercise, intimacy, or when wearing certain clothing. Other women are not physically uncomfortable but would simply prefer a different appearance. Because labial anatomy varies widely, the decision to have labiaplasty is highly personal. What Functional…
Here in Shreveport, we perform plastic surgery on teens, although the procedures focus on procedures to adjust physical features that are appropriate for a teenager, such as a rhinoplasty to reduce and remodel a large nose; otoplasty (ear) surgery for teens with ears that are protuberant (although otoplasties are performed on children as young as…
Here’s good news for those of you with breast implants. Unlike those who receive hip or knee implants, patients who have breast implants receive warranties that can be put into play if they need replaced. Although the implant companies, Allergan and Mentor Corp., which combined sell about 99% of the breast implants in the US, don’t…
We have seen a dramatic and, unfortunate, increase over the past few years in patients who come to us from all over the US after having been disfigured by laser liposuction procedures. In many instances, unqualified physicians performed these procedures. While liposuction has gained acceptance and popularity, not all treatments and providers are able to…
Editor’s Update: This post was originally published in January 2011 following an FDA announcement about acetaminophen in prescription combination medications. The FDA subsequently limited prescription combination drug products to no more than 325 mg of acetaminophen per tablet, capsule, or other dosage unit. Current acetaminophen FDA guidance continues to warn that taking too much acetaminophen—particularly…
Investing in your appearance is no small matter, and for many people, getting regular BOTOX injections plays an important part in their anti-aging regimen. If you're currently getting BOTOX injections or considering them, finding out how to make BOTOX last longer may be a priority for you. In this post, we'll offer a few tips…
Natural-looking lip augmentation enhances lip volume and shape while maintaining balanced proportions and natural movement. Avoiding an overfilled appearance depends on choosing the right filler and working with an experienced injector who uses conservative injection techniques. We here at Jade MediSpa at The Wall Center strongly believe that lip augmentation should look beautiful and natural—not…
Just in case you need one more reason to quit smoking, did you know that smoking increases the potential to develop acne in adulthood? According to research published in the November issue of the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology, a specific type of acne in adult women is tied directly to smoking. Dr.…