Plastic and reconstructive surgery is a personal decision, and so it comes as no surprise that many patients choose not to discuss their procedures. Even patients with successful treatments will shy away from leaving positive reviews on social media platforms simply out of their desire for privacy. Enter RealSelf.com, a community-driven website that allows […]
Read Full PostDo you have prominent ears? Is your child teased at school for how their ears stick out? There is a solution in a procedure known as “otoplasty.” Otoplasty, or “ ear pinning” is designed to reduce ear prominence. Factors to consider when looking at the aesthetics of an ear include the overall size of the […]
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There are times that children need care from a plastic surgeon. While it happens more often than you might think, any time a child needs medical attention it can be just as hard for the parents. Children have a unique hold on their parents’ hearts, and when a child is hurting, it is often the […]
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“How do I prepare for my plastic surgery consultation?” is a question we encourage all of our patients to ask. Alexander Graham Bell once said, “Before anything else, preparation is the key to success.” Preparing for surgery is no different, and your consultation is the first step in that process. Since we tend to get more […]
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It is a common misunderstanding that plastic surgery is primarily for women. While statistics show that the majority of cosmetic procedures are performed on women, men are increasingly taking advantage of the benefits of plastic surgery. The American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) estimated that over 1.3 million aesthetic procedures were performed on men alone […]
Read Full PostLooking into surgery can be a daunting task. How should a person choose a surgeon? What characteristics should be evaluated when looking at before and after photos? How can a smooth recovery be planned? Our new “The Essentials” page is the key to answering these questions and many more. This guide was written by Dr. […]
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Too Much Sweating? Botox Can Help! Did you know that Botox can be used to treat more than wrinkles? While Botox is well known for treating facial fine lines, it is also used for a variety of non-cosmetic purposes. Hyperhidrosis, or excessive sweating, is a medical condition that is present—although often undiagnosed—in millions of people […]
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What is “Plastic” About Plastic Surgery? Plastic surgery has been around for a long time– about 5000 years, in fact. Even the name “plastic surgery” has been around for nearly 140 years: long before plastic was invented (the material “Bakelite” was developed in 1909), and certainly well before silicone was around. So why is our […]
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CareCredit is a healthcare financing card that helps pay for out-of-pocket expenses not typically covered by insurance, or when the full amount is not covered by insurance. Special financing options are available that you would not regularly find with regular credit cards. CareCredit makes it easier and more convenient to pay for cosmetic surgery and […]
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This week we are celebrating the retirement of an amazing co-worker and friend, Gerri Lyman. She has been with Gallatin Plastic Surgery for the last two years as our Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, topping off 38 amazing years as a CRNA (with 8 years as an RN prior to that!). She has provided truly exceptional […]
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