Buyer Beware: What to Look for When Selecting a Plastic Surgeon

Due to the recent news about unqualified medical professionals getting in hot water for posing as plastic surgeons, I wanted to take some time to discuss what patients should look for when selecting a plastic surgeon. If you are considering undergoing plastic surgery, you will have a series of decisions to make before your respective

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Using Implantless Techniques in Ethnic Rhinoplasty

According to a study conducted by the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, rhinoplasty (nose surgery) was the most popular facial cosmetic procedure in 2011 with 244,000 procedures performed. Rhinoplasty in Atlanta, GA can resolve both cosmetic and reconstructive concerns, but it remains one of the more challenging procedures that Dr. David Whiteman performs due to complex

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Check out our specials on Dysport®, Juvéderm®, Botox®, and Latisse® through the end of September 2012

During the month of September, Southern Plastic Surgery breast augmentation patients can choose between free Botox® (up to 20 units) or free Latisse® if they purchase Allergan’s Natrelle® gel breast implants for their procedure. You can also take advantage of manufacturer’s facial rejuvenation specials on Dysport®, Juvéderm®, Botox®, and Latisse® through the end of September. Check out

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Plastic Surgery Slang Terms Part 2: Body

Since slang is commonly used on the internet and in everyday conversations, we explained the meaning of many slang terms relating to facial plastic surgery in our most recent blog. Now, we’d like to explain plastic surgery slang associated with cosmetic procedures of the body. “Dog Ears” – Although this phrase probably makes you think

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Introducing Sientra High-Strength Silicone Gel Breast Implants

Patients seeking breast augmentation surgery now have a new option for breast implants. Prior to March 2012, there were only two FDA approved breast implant manufacturers: Mentor and Allergan. However, Sientra, a California-based company that manufacturers all types of plastic surgery implants known internationally as Silimed, recently gained FDA approval for their breast implants. Sientra

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