| Age spot removal
The darkened blotches on the face, hands, or chest called 'age spots' are usually a result of sun exposure that induces pigment changes. Hormonal changes during pregnancy and the use of birth-control pills can also cause these spots to develop.
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| Alpha hydroxy acids (glycolic and lactic)
Alpha hydroxy acids, or AHAs, (A-H-As) are a group of chemicals that are used to encourage the turnover of skin cells. This thinning of the outer layer of skin often improves the appearance of fine lines, age spots, dryness, and acne blemishes.
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| Am I a good candidate for cosmetic surgery?
So, you've decided that you'd like to have cosmetic surgery, but now you're wondering if you're a good candidate. Generally speaking, you need to be in good overall health.
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| Anesthesia and surgical facilities
The type of surgical facilities and anesthesia used for cosmetic surgery vary, depending on the particular procedure you've requested, your general health, and other factors.
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| Can I finance my surgery?
Some plastic surgeons offer payment plans so you can spread the cost of your procedure over several weeks or months, while others may finance low-interest loans through their offices.
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| Computer imaging
Using computer imaging, your surgeon can show you possible results of your treatment choices. Imaging helps your doctor define your needs and goals. When you have several treatment options, imaging can help you refine your aesthetic priorities.
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| How to choose a cosmetic surgeon
Cosmetic surgery is a specialty concerned with improving the aesthetic appearance of a patient through various surgical procedures. Because these operations can be extremely complex and have a significant impact on your self-esteem, it's important to choose a cosmetic surgeon wisely.
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| How to choose a plastic surgeon
Plastic surgery is a specialty that deals with the correction of problems in appearance. When these problems are caused by trauma, burns, disease, or birth defects, the procedures are known as reconstructive surgery.
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| Is cosmetic surgery safe?
Like any surgery, cosmetic procedures are not without risk. First of all, the surgery may not improve your appearance as much as you'd hoped. In some cases, complications could leave you looking worse after the procedure than before.
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| New techniques for a natural-looking face-lift
In the past, many face-lifts were accomplished by tightly pulling the skin up and back. While this did improve sagging and reduce wrinkles in the lower two-thirds of the face, it often gave an unnatural appearance.
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| Will my insurance cover the cost?
Typically, most insurance plans won't cover any procedure that's strictly cosmetic in nature. 'Cosmetic surgery' means reshaping normal structures of the body for reasons of appearance.
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