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Breast Lift, Do You Need It? Dr. Michaels' Blog

Breast Lift, Do You Need It?

You’re not happy with your breasts, but not sure if you need an augmentation or a lift, or both. The rule of thumb to determine if you need a breast lift is pretty simple.  You know the place under your breast where it meets the chest?  That intersection is called the inframammary fold.  If your nipple is above the fold,…
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April 29, 2013
Breast Augmentation 102; Which Breast Implant is Best for You? Silicone or Saline? Dr. Michaels' Blog

Breast Augmentation 102; Which Breast Implant is Best for You? Silicone or Saline?

Silicone or Saline? Which Breast Implant is Best for You? The two most common complications of breast implants, rupture and capsule formation, are influenced by which type of implant you choose. The appearance and feel of the implants are also affected by implant type. Implant manufacturers have a lot of faith in their products these days and provide free lifetime…
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April 15, 2013
Breast Augmentation 101: Pocket Placement , Over or Under The Muscle Dr. Michaels' Blog

Breast Augmentation 101: Pocket Placement , Over or Under The Muscle

Deciding to have a breast augmentation involves a lot of decision making.  What kind? What shape? How big?  A crucial but perhaps not so obvious decision is where to place the pocket that will hold the implant.  Should it go over or under the pectoral muscle? This decision is not trivial.  It impacts recovery, post-op activity level and the possible…
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April 10, 2013
Hair, Hair, Everywhere Dr. Michaels' Blog

Hair, Hair, Everywhere

Bikini season’s just around the corner and you’re tired of waxing.  Or are you fed up with electrolysis on your upper lip? Guys, sick of that sweater-like carpet of hair on your back? Don’t you wish there was a better way? Some people are afraid to look into laser hair removal because they’ve heard it’s too expensive or doesn’t work.…
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March 19, 2013
Liquid Facelift Dr. Michaels' Blog

Liquid Facelift

Want to get rid of those wrinkles around your eyes, but afraid of surgery? Don’t have a lot of time to recuperate but hate those deep lines around your mouth? Never had any cosmetic surgery and just want to get your feet wet? A Liquid Facelift may be right for you. There are several reasons why we look older with…
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March 11, 2013
Medical Tourism; Where can I get cheap, safe plastic surgery? Dr. Michaels' Blog

Medical Tourism; Where can I get cheap, safe plastic surgery?

Medical Tourism; Where should I go to get cheap, safe Plastic Surgery?   Most people who leave the USA for cosmetic surgery do it to save money. Many of these foreign facilities are accredited by US agencies, and many of their doctors are trained in the US. Of course there are still safety issues like the increased risk of post-operative…
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February 25, 2013
Safety in Plastic Surgery 2 – the right place Dr. Michaels' Blog

Safety in Plastic Surgery 2 – the right place

Safety in Plastic Surgery 2- the right place Where you have cosmetic surgery is just as important as the surgeon you choose to do the job.  A great surgeon can do nothing without the right environment and support staff. That’s why the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (http://www.plasticsurgery.org/) demands that all member plastic surgeons perform their surgeries in accredited facilities.…
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February 18, 2013