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Our Plastic Surgery Associates team includes Dr. Franklin Richards, Dr. A. Dean Jabs, and Dr. Keshav Magge. Each of our plastic surgeons is board-certified, and together they have over 60 years of combined experience. Drs. Richards, Jabs, and Magge are all highly qualified in procedures for the face, breast, and body, and pride themselves in providing excellent results through our state-of-the-art, Quad A certified operating centers
Traditional Facelift vs Noninvasive Facelift
January 6, 2022
Facelifts have been a popular procedure for decades. This surgery can significantly improve your appearance and self-confidence by removing wrinkles, tightening skin, and giving you a youthful glow that makes you look years younger. Traditional facelifts effectively reduce the signs of aging in most people, but there are some downsides…
Continue ReadingYour Facelift Recovery Explained From Day 1 to Day 30
November 15, 2021
You need to plan for many things before surgery, but what about what happens after? Let’s talk about what to expect during the first 30 days following facelift surgery! What is Facelift Surgery? A facelift is a type of cosmetic surgery performed to reduce signs of aging on the face….
Continue ReadingTackling Common Tummy Tuck Myths
November 3, 2021
Men and women alike consider a flat and toned stomach the ideal of an attractive and fit body. However, lifestyle changes, childbearing, and weight changes can make it quite challenging to achieve a flat tummy. The surgery is an ideal solution for anyone who wants to tighten the abdominal muscles…
Continue ReadingThe Complete Guide to Wearing Compression Garments After Surgery
September 20, 2021
Wearing an appropriate compression garment after your body contouring surgery is one of the most effective ways to ensure you achieve your ideal results. It’s normal to worry about this, though, since wearing a compression garment for the duration of your recovery can seem daunting. Although your plastic surgeon will…
Continue ReadingAm I Too Young for Male Breast Reduction?
September 3, 2021
Gynecomastia, or excessive breast tissue in men, can affect patients beginning as young as the teenage years. Male breast reduction, also known as gynecomastia surgery, is the only permanent solution for patients who wish to restore a masculine chest contour. Like a majority of plastic surgeries, this procedure is typically…
Continue ReadingHow Plastic Surgeons Got Their Name
July 9, 2021
How Was the Name Plastic Surgery Derived? The term plastic surgery was derived from the Greek words “plastike” and “teckhne.” This is the art of sculpting or modeling. The profession originated in India in roughly 800 BC for the reconstruction of amputated noses. Ancient Romans and Egyptians performed plastic surgery…
Continue ReadingYour Guide to General Anesthesia
June 28, 2021
If you’re opting for major surgery, there’s a good chance it’ll be performed while you’re under general anesthesia. That’s because it’s one of the most effective ways to make sure you remain asleep and pain-free during your plastic surgery procedure. It can cause some anxiety, however, especially when there are…
Continue ReadingTen Things People Can Do to Maintain Their Youth
May 14, 2021
Most people are not familiar with the word “pre-juvenation.” It is a reference to all the things a person can do for themselves when they are young so their youth can be maintained. These are practices that contribute to an increased quality of life. There are at least ten anti-aging…
Continue ReadingWhat are Stretch Marks and What Can You Do to Get Rid of Them?
April 16, 2021
Mostly everyone has stretch marks. They are a type of scar on the skin and are referred to as “striae” by doctors. Stretch marks are caused by a tear on the deeper layer of the skin known as the dermis, usually due to an abrupt stretching of the skin’s tissue….
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