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Taking a Look at Thigh Lifts

Considering a thigh lift or thighplasty? Well, you’re in good company. This popular cosmetic procedure, designed to reshape and contour the thighs has a serious following. According to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, there were 9,000 thigh lift procedures performed in 2020 in the United States alone. 

Before booking your consultation, it’s a good idea to familiarize yourself with what the procedure involves, its benefits, potential downtime, and who makes an ideal candidate. We invite you to use this blog post as your personal thigh lift cheatsheet. As always, we’re here to answer your questions and address any concerns you may have.

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By Sterling Plastic Surgery, ago
What are the two types of chin augmentation and which is best for me?

What are the two types of chin augmentation and which is best for me?

The decision to pursue cosmetic surgery can be challenging enough; not knowing exactly which type of procedure is best for you makes the process even more complicated. If you’ve been curious about the types of chin augmentation, specifically implant vs bone augmentation, we’ll take you through the differences and help you determine which is the best option for you. 

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By Sterling Plastic Surgery, ago
Spill it or Stay Quiet? How to talk to unsupportive friends and family about plastic surgery

How to talk to unsupportive friends and family about plastic surgery

The decision to schedule plastic surgery is a deeply personal one, no matter the motivation behind it, and rarely is it made lightly or in haste. In fact, most people spend considerable time weighing their options, researching surgeons, and talking to others who have undergone plastic surgery before they even schedule a consultation.

That’s why dealing with unsupportive friends or family can feel not only frustrating, but also hurtful. Your decision to disclose your plan for plastic surgery is entirely yours to make as the procedure and reasoning behind it is private. 

However, if you feel that the result or any requisite downtime will be too noticeable, go ahead and share your journey, but do so with the following tips in mind: 

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By Sterling Plastic Surgery, ago
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What to know about pregnancy, post-cosmetic procedure 

Whether planned or surprised, there are some important things to know about getting pregnant after completing cosmetic procedures. 

During pregnancy, your body goes through so many changes. If you scheduled one or more cosmetic procedures to address any body image concerns after your last pregnancy, you might be wondering how a new pregnancy will impact those results. 

While everyone’s body is different and the effects of pregnancy are wide-ranging, ranging from minimal to significant aesthetic changes, the following is a general overview of what you can expect to experience if you get pregnant following a cosmetic procedure. 

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By Sterling Plastic Surgery, ago