You’ve made the decision to undergo a plastic or cosmetic surgical procedure. It was a big decision and one that you likely made with the help and support of a loved one. So, as you brace yourself to go under the knife, here are a few things to pass along to your “helper,” the point-person […]
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Plastic Surgery – Methods or Myths?
Have you ever wondered where the term “plastic” – as in “plastic surgery” – comes from? What comes to mind may be the myriad of fake, plastic items we are bombarded with in our daily lives. Actually, the English word “plastic” comes from the Greek word “plastos,” meaning “to mold.” Plastic surgery has its fair […]
How to Review Before-and-After Photos in Plastic Surgery
Reviewing before-and-after photographs is a great way to get a feel for a surgeon’s skills and sense of aesthetics about a specific cosmetic procedure. Although these photos are abundant online, reviewing them in person at the surgeon’s office is more desirable because of these three reasons: The majority of patients do not allow their before-and-after […]
5 Recovery Aids that Every Plastic Surgery Patient Should Have
Healing and recovery from plastic surgery vary from one specific procedure to another. In addition, individual factors such as genetics, nutrition, and lifestyle can also make a difference on one’s recovery period. Here at our Worcester cosmetic surgery practice, we do not just perform the procedure of your choice but we also fully commit to […]