Mythology is nice…when you’re reading it in high school. Zeus. Prometheus. Hera. It’s all great. But when it comes to plastic surgery, there is no room for myth. Why? It gives people false expectations or gives them the wrong impression about a certain procedure. Even the term “plastic” in plastic surgery is misunderstood. People think […]
Plastic surgery has evolved into a field of medicine that aims to help men and women feel more confident without looking “overdone.” As the interest in cosmetic procedures continues to grow, we meet with more and more people who want multiple treatments to change almost every aspect of their appearances. At UMass Memorial Cosmetic Surgery […]
Taking time off work, arranging for someone to help with your children, taking a vacation and looking your best for a special event — these are all reasons why people want to know how long it takes to heal from cosmetic procedures. Fortunately, today’s aesthetic patients have several non-surgical options, such as Botox® and dermal fillers, […]
Getting the plastic or cosmetic surgery done can transform your look, make you feel more confident, and can even help correct certain medical issues like a deviated septum. When you come into UMass Memorial Medical Group to get a cosmetic surgical procedure done, you can rest assured that we will do whatever we can to […]
A somewhat controversial topic, depending on the procedure, is whether or not it’s ok for children to undergo plastic surgery. Of course there are many situations in which it’s acceptable for a child to undergo plastic surgery to correct a deformity or damage. It goes without saying that these procedures are done for medical and […]
If you’ve found yourself considering how a facelift, tummy tuck, breast lift or liposuction would improve your self-image, but may be a bit timid about actually going through with it, here are a few tips that may help. When done correctly, plastic surgery doesn’t have to be frightening. In fact, plastic surgery can give you […]
Today, men and women alike are striving to maintain and improve their looks with a little help from their trusted plastic surgeon. If you’re a guy who is considering a professional procedure to remove the bags under your eyes or you want to relax your aging frown lines, continue reading. Aesthetic procedures and surgeries for […]
It’s difficult these days to be a teen. Peer pressures abound, bullying is rampant, and the images on social media don’t help with feelings of inadequacy and lack of self-esteem. Some teens think that having plastic surgery will improve their self-confidence. There aren’t any empirical studies examining the long-term benefits of surgery in teens, but […]
Perhaps you have been considering cosmetic or plastic surgery for some time and have decided to move forward with your decision…a decision you haven’t made lightly. As with any elective surgery, plastic surgery is a choice you will live with for the rest of your life. You want a successful outcome, not additional surgery, cost […]
Tempus Fugit…time does indeed fly. Popular maxims such as living in the moment, living your best life now and seizing the day ring true. This may be the perfect time to refresh your image, regardless of your age or gender. There are many plastic surgery options available today; Choosing from them can be confusing. Only […]
