Monthly Archives: September 2010

What’s Plastic About Plastic Surgery?

Actually, quite a bit. But do you know why plastic surgery is called “plastic?” While most people think that it’s because plastic materials (like silicone) are used in plastic surgery, the term was in use long before implants made of … Continue reading

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Botox / Dysport Prices

Botox: $10 per unit for 100 Units (ie, $1000); $11 per unit for 50 units (ie, $550).  And you can share either vial – 50 or 100 Units – with a friend!  (as long as you both come in at … Continue reading

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What are the Choices with Injectable Fillers?

At present, there are five main choices when you’re talking about fillers: 1)   Hyaluronic acid gels (Restylane, Perlane, Juvederm Ultra, Juvederm Ultra Plus 2)   Radiesse 3)   Fat (your own!) 4)   Sculptra 5)   Silicone Before we go through each of these, … Continue reading

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Tummy Tucks, Mini-Tummy Tucks, and Liposuction – How Do You Choose the Right Procedure(s)?

These procedures are discussed in greater detail in Dr. Engler’s book, BodySculpture – Plastic Surgery of the Body for Men and Women. As always, it all starts with the Anatomy and, in this case, we’re going to focus on the … Continue reading

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Breast Lifts and Reductions

These procedures are discussed in greater detail in “BodySculpture – Plastic Surgery of the Body for Men and Women.” A Breast Lift or Breast Reduction is a procedure in which the breasts are lifted and, to a varying degree, tissue … Continue reading

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Skin Care

The largest organ of your body is – your skin! In view of that, much less attention and care are given to it than one might think. There are many ways to influence and optimize the appearance of your skin. … Continue reading

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Botox or Dysport?

What’s the difference between Botox and Dysport? Well, depending on who you talk to, either a lot or very little. Botox is, of course, better known. It’s been around for years and is actually one of the most consistently effective … Continue reading

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