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ACNE - An inflammatory disease involving the sebaceous glands of the skin; characterized by papules or pustules or comedones.
Abdominoplasty - also known as a "tummy tuck", abdominoplasty is a surgical procedure designed to remove excess fat and skin from the abdominal area. Abdominal muscles may also be tightened during this procedure, which is performed to create a flatter, firmer stomach.
Arm Lift - Also called a brachioplasty, an arm lift is a plastic surgery treatment that removes excess skin from the arm area.
Augmentation Mammaplasty - a surgical procedure performed in order to increase the size and/or alter the shape of a woman's breasts through the use of breast implants.
Blepharoplasty - a cosmetic eye surgery procedure performed to reduce redundant skin and address, tired, or baggy eyes. Blepharoplasty can be performed on the upper eyelid, lower eyelid, or both.
Body Lift - A cosmetic surgery procedure that removes excess skin that typically results from significant weight loss.
BOTOX - a cosmetic product make of Botulinum Toxin Type A. Botox is injected into facial muscles, causing the muscles to relax and reducing the appearance of wrinkles.
Brachioplasty - a cosmetic surgery procedure performed to remove excess skin and fat from the upper arm.
Breast Augmentation - a surgical procedure performed in order to increase the size and/or alter the shape of a woman's breasts through the use of breast implants.
Breast Enhancement - a surgical procedure performed in order to increase the size and/or alter the shape of a woman's breasts through the use of breast implants.
Breast Enlargement - a surgical procedure performed in order to increase the size of a woman's breasts through the use of breast implants.
Breast Implant Revision - a surgical procedure involving the removal and replacement of a breast implant to correct deformities that may have occurred after breast augmentation or breast reconstruction surgery.
Breast Implants - silicone rubber shells filled with either silicone gel or saline solution. These implants are used to enlarge and/or alter the shape of the breasts.
Breast Lift - also known as mastopexy, this is a cosmetic surgery procedure designed to lift and reshape sagging breasts.
Breast Reconstruction - a surgical procedure designed to reconstruct a woman's breast after mastectomy (the removal of the breast in order to treat breast cancer).
Breast Reduction - also known as reduction mammaplasty, breast reduction is a surgical procedure designed to reduce the size of the breasts by removing fat, tissue, and skin.
Brow Lift - a cosmetic surgery procedure designed to raise sagging eyebrows.
Calf Augmentation/Implants - the surgical insertion of an implant into the calf, enlarging and/or enhancing the shape of the muscle.
Cellulite - usually found on the thighs or buttocks, cellullite fat deposits give the skin a dimpled surface.
Cheek Implants - implants made out of silicone or some other material and designed to enhance cheek contours.
Chemical Peel - a cosmetic procedure in which a chemical solution is applied to the face. The chemicals remove the top layers of skin, revealing the younger, smoother skin underneath.
Chin Augmentation (genioplasty) - a cosmetic surgery procedure in which either an implant is placed in the chin to improve facial contours, or the bone is moved to improve the chin contour.
Chin Implant - an implant made of silicone or some other material, designed to augment the chin.
Collagen - a fibrous protein contained in connective tissue. Collagen becomes gelatinous when boiled.
Collagen Injections - collagen can be injected into the face to reduce the appearance of facial wrinkles. The effects are temporary, as the collagen is eventually absorbed by the body.
Dermal Fillers - Dermal fillers are substances that are injected just below the surface of the skin or into the deep layer of the skin to fill in lines, wrinkles, and scars.
Ear Pinning Surgery - also known as otoplasty, ear pinning is a common surgical procedure performed to set the ears back closer to the side of the head.
Endoscopic Brow Lift - a cosmetic surgery procedure designed to raise sagging eyebrows.
Face Lift - also called rhytidectomy, facelift is a plastic surgery procedure used to remove facial wrinkles, sagging skin, fat deposits, or other visible signs of aging for cosmetic purposes.
Facial Implants - implants made out of silicone or some other material, designed to enhance facial contours.
Fat Injections - use of one's own fat to add volume. The effects can be temporary, as fat can be reabsorbed by the body.
Flap Surgery - a form of reconstruction surgery that uses tissue from one area of the body to address deformities in other areas.
Forehead Lift - a cosmetic surgery procedure designed to raise sagging eyebrows and/or smooth forehead wrinkles.
Gynecomastia - a condition involving enlargement of the breasts in males. Gynecomastia can be treated with male breast reduction surgery.
Incision - a planned cut into a body tissue or organ, especially one made during surgery.
IPL Photofacial/BBL - broad band light delivery system for treating brown and red spots on the face - pigmented and vascular lesions
Labiaplasty - a surgical procedure that will reduce and/or reshape the labia minora (the skin that covers the female clitoris and vaginal opening).
Laser Hair Removal - a treatment design to reduce growth of hair.
Laser Skin Resurfacing - this cosmetic procedure involves the use of a laser to remove the top layers of skin, revealing the smoother, younger looking skin underneath.
Lip Augmentation - a general term that encompasses a number of cosmetic procedures, from implants to injections, all of which are designed to give the lips a fuller, more aesthetically pleasing appearance.
Lipoplasty - also called liposuction, lipoplasty refers to the surgical removal of fatty deposits using a suction device.
Liposuction - also called lipoplasty; liposuction refers to the surgical removal of fatty deposits using a suction device.
Male Breast Reduction - also called gynecomatsia, is a surgery used to correct male breast enlargement. Surgical options include liposuction, excision, or a combination of both.
Mammaplasty - a general term for altering the size and/or shape of the breasts.
Mastectomy - the removal of a woman's breast in order to treat breast cancer.
Mastopexy - also known as a breast lift, mastopexy is a cosmetic surgery procedure designed to raise and reshape sagging breasts.
Mentoplasty (genioplasty) - a cosmetic surgery procedure in which the shape of the chin is altered to improve facial contours.
NeckLift - a cosmetic surgery procedure performed to remove excess skin and fat from the neck resulting in a tighter, younger appearance.
Nipple Reduction - Surgically reducing the size of one's nipple.
Nose Job - also called "rhinoplasty" a plastic surgery procedure performed to alter the shape and/or size of one's nose.
Obagi - a leading provider of facial products and skin care treatments. The product line includes Obagi Advanced Skin Care Systems, Obagi Nu Derm System, and Obagi Blue Peel.
Otoplasty - also known as ear pinning, otoplasty is a common surgical procedure performed to set the ears back closer to the side of the head.
Pec Implants - Implants inserted into the pectoral area to give the appearance of a muscular chest.
Perlane - an injectable cosmetic filler that consists of hyaluronic acid gel that helps reduce wrinkles and folds.
Power Assisted Liposuction (PAL) - A type of liposuction used for body contouring.
Ptosis - sagging. Breast ptosis is usually the result of normal aging and the pull of gravity or changes caused by pregnancy or weight loss.
Radiesse - Radiesse is an injectable filler.
Restylane Injections - a type of wrinkle smoothing facial injection, Restylane is a brand name for hyaluronic acid, which can be injected like collagen.
Rhinoplasty - more commonly known as a "nose job", rhinoplasty is a plastic surgery procedure performed to alter the shape and/or size of one's nose.
Rhytidectomy - also called facelift, rhytidectomy is a plastic surgery procedure used to address facial wrinkles, sagging skin, fat deposits, or other visible signs of aging for cosmetic purposes.
Rosacea - a skin condition that results in redness around the cheek and nose area.
Saline Implants - silicone rubber shells filled with saline solution. These implants are used to enlarge and/or alter the shape of the breasts. The benefit of saline implants is that saline solution is easily reabsorbed by the body if they leak.
Sclerotherapy - a procedure performed to reduce or eliminate spider veins and/or varicose veins in the legs. This treatment involves injections of a chemical solution into the veins.
Sculptra - an injectable polylactic acid formula used to treat facial wasting, especially in HIV patients. Scupltra can be used to enhance facial volume and restore a more natural and youthful look.
Silicone Implants - silicone shells filled with silicone gel. These implants are used to enlarge and/or alter the shape of the breasts.
Skin Tightening - a minimally invasive, nonsurgical process that uses a near infrared light source to increase firmness of skin.
Suture - closure of an incision or wound with stitches.
Thermage - uses radiofrequency energy to heat deep layers of the skin with the goal of tightening.
Thigh Lift/Thighplasty - A plastic surgery procedure used to remove excess skin and fat from the thigh area.
Thread Face Lift - thin threads are inserted into the face through small incisions. The threads attach to the tissue of the skin and then are pulled back to lift the face.
Tissue Expander - the use of a balloon expander to create a pocket sometimes used in reconstruction surgery.
Topical Solution - solution to be applied to the skin (or scalp). Some topical solutions used to treat hair loss contain minoxidil, an agent purported to regrow hair.
Tummy Tuck - also known as abdominoplasty, tummy tuck is a surgical procedure designed to remove excess fat and skin from the abdominal area. Abdominal muscles may also be tightened during this procedure, which is performed to create a flatter, firmer stomach.
Vein Therapy - therapy to treat unsightly spider veins and/or varicose veins. Methods include sclerotherapy, lasers, and surgery. The form of therapy used depends on the size, severity, and location of the site to be treated.
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