Body contouring is a broad term that includes many technologies and surgical techniques. If you’re considering reshaping your contours, it’s likely you’ve also come across some specialized terms that cosmetic surgeons use to discuss body contouring procedures. We’ve created this glossary to help you decode the words and phrases you’ll… Read More »
Update (December 2022): Clinical experience with Qwo treatment has revealed that the product may cause excessive and unpredictable bruising, as well as prolonged skin discoloration. The manufacturer is no longer producing or selling Qwo, but the product remains FDA approved and certain cosmetic surgeons may choose to continue offering the… Read More »
The 2010s were an impressive decade for cosmetic medicine, with advances in both surgical and non-surgical arenas. Without further ado, here are our picks for the most important advances in the past ten years—plus our forecast for what will be trending in the 20s. #6 Hybrid fractional laser technology Getting… Read More »
Making the choice to enhance your physical appearance with cosmetic surgery can be exciting but also intimidating—it’s not uncommon for plastic surgery fears to surface as “what ifs” start swirling in your mind. Taking time to research safe cosmetic surgery options and talking to a board certified cosmetic surgeon can… Read More »
A quick search for “cosmetic surgeons near me” will return several, if not dozens, in your area to consider. You also have the option of traveling beyond your hometown to find the best surgeon for your needs. All of this choice is ultimately a very positive thing, but it doesn’t… Read More »
This guest article was provided by Dr. Soheila Rostami Did you know there are different types of eyelid surgery? Patients often don’t know what the differences are and how to choose which type of surgery they should have, so let’s discuss it! Eyelid lift surgery First, an eyelid lift can… Read More »
The July 24, 2019 announcement that Allergan voluntarily recalled their BIOCELL textured breast implants at the request of the FDA has spread quickly, leaving many women feeling confused and concerned about how this decision may personally impact their lives. Here at the American Board of Cosmetic Surgery, our primary objective… Read More »
At the American Board of Cosmetic Surgery, we stay abreast of developments related to cosmetic surgery and medical devices used in aesthetic medicine—an important part of which is understanding surgical risks related to cosmetic procedures. We’ve already discussed BIA-ALCL, the risks involved, and our recommendations if you suspect something is… Read More »
BOTOX® has long reigned supreme as the go-to neurotoxin injectable for smoothing expression lines on the brow and around the eyes. For almost 20 years, BOTOX has provided safe, consistent results—and while other neurotoxin products have entered the market over the years, BOTOX has persisted as a clear favorite among… Read More »
If you’ve been considering breast augmentation, it’s likely you’ve already spent some time scouring the internet for information. It’s also likely that you’ve come across a few terms you’re not familiar with, which can make understanding the procedure challenging. To help those feeling overwhelmed with information or curious about the… Read More »