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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
Cost & Plastic Surgery: Why You Usually Get What You Pay For
November 29, 2022
The cost of plastic surgery can vary wildly. Much of it depends on the type of procedure you’ve selected. Are you looking for a non-surgical procedure or something a bit more extensive? A lot of the cost also depends upon your location and plastic surgeon. For instance, the cost of…
Continue ReadingHow Many Plastic Surgery Procedures Can Be Done at Once?
October 14, 2022
It is no surprise that most people value efficiency. This can be applied to various different situations in life, including plastic surgery. The desire to “get in and get out” can bring a person to wonder if they can undergo multiple procedures at one time in order to save money…
Continue ReadingPlastic Surgery Financing: How to Pay for Your Procedure
August 19, 2022
Most insurance companies don’t cover cosmetic surgery, usually because it’s considered an elective procedure. This can be disheartening if you’ve been looking forward to exploring ways to achieve your cosmetic goals. However, it’s important to know that there are many different options when it comes to financing your plastic surgery…
Continue ReadingDoes Plastic Surgery Have An Age Limit?
August 15, 2022
There is no definitive answer to whether plastic surgery has an age limit. Many procedures can help people of all ages look and feel their best. This blog post will explain some of the things to consider with age so that you can explore your options if you are interested…
Continue ReadingWhy More Men Are Getting Plastic Surgery Right Now
July 28, 2022
Historically, the majority of plastic surgery patients have been women. Men have made up only a small percentage of patients until recently. In fact, plastic surgery is no longer just for women. A growing number of men are choosing to go under the knife and improve their appearance. There are…
Continue ReadingTo Tape or Not to Tape: How Do You Handle Jewelry During Surgery?
June 10, 2022
One of the many decisions doctors have to make is how to handle patient jewelry during surgery. Do they tape it in place? Do they let patients wear it loose? What about the risks of operating on a patient with jewelry? What’s the best way to keep those earrings and…
Continue ReadingPreparing for Outpatient or “Day” Surgery
May 5, 2022
You’ve waited several weeks for this day. You wake up a little bit nervous, but confident everything is going to go smoothly. You remember the pep talks your loved ones have given you and now all that is left is receiving your outpatient surgery. In order to feel confident about…
Continue ReadingTips for Recovering From a Brazilian Butt Lift
May 4, 2022
Brazilian Butt Lift is a surgical procedure that consists of transferring fat from one part of the body to another. This process occurs through liposuction and transferring those cells via syringe or cannula to your buttocks area. The procedure can take up to four hours and is popular. Fat is…
Continue ReadingUNDERSTANDING FAT TRANSFER
February 15, 2022
Liposuction is one of the most popular and effective ways to get rid of stubborn fat on your body. However, removing fat isn’t the only option when it comes to body contouring – fat transfer is one option to add volume to areas of the body where you want it….
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