Snapping selfies may be negatively affecting self-esteem, because while smartphone cameras are relatively advanced, the images they produce distort how you look, according to researchers at Rutgers University. The researchers are concerned that this distortion may be causing people to see flaws that are not there. Scientists from Rutgers […]
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The demand for breast-reduction surgeries has increased, according to new statistics from the American Society of Plastic Surgeons. The organization recently published its annual report, Plastic Surgery Statistics, and showed that there were 43,635 reduction mammaplasty procedures performed in 2017, an 11 percent increase over the previous year. ASPS […]
If we’ve said it once, we’ve said it a million times: Only use licensed providers for plastic surgery and cosmetic procedures. This includes Botox and dermal fillers. Why? Injecting Botox or anything into your face or body is serious business, and if you use someone who does not have the […]
Thinking about dermal filler injections to smooth out lines and wrinkles or restore sunken areas of your face? Or do you want to try fillers to boost your lip volume or contour your cheeks? When administered by board-certified plastic surgeons like Dr. Peterson, dermal fillers can be an excellent and […]
Take a good look at your face. What do you see? Are your eyelids drooping? If your eyelids are drooping and sagging and impeding your vision or making you look older or tired, it might be time to look (see what we did there?) at the blepharoplasty eyelid-lift procedure. If […]
When most people think about plastic surgery, they think about procedures such as lip injections, Botox, breast implants and other aesthetic or anti-aging procedures. They likely do not think about plastic surgery being used to restore form and function to the damaged skin and tissue of individuals who have suffered […]
Women in the U.K. are skipping plastic surgery and opting for social media filters instead, according to research from the British Association of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery. In its annual statistics, the organization reported that there were 28,315 cosmetic surgical procedures in 2017, an almost 8 percent decrease compared to 2016. […]
What is plastic surgery? Depending on who you are talking to, the term plastic surgery can mean a lot of different things. Many people consider plastic surgery just unnecessary procedures to make someone look better. Technically, “plastic surgery” covers two kinds of sub-specialties: cosmetic and reconstructive procedures. Dr. Peterson performs […]
Do you have pain in your neck, back or bra strap area caused by large breasts? If you’re experiencing pain, rashes or skin irritation caused by large breasts, it may be time to consider having a breast reduction. Dr. Peterson has extensive experience performing the breast-reduction procedure and other breast […]
You’ve probably just started to relax after a fast-paced holiday season, but don’t get too comfortable. Valentine’s Day is quickly approaching, and it is a good time to think about doing something special for the one you love. Before you rush out and buy a gift or plan a romantic […]
