The 2016 stats for aesthetic plastic surgery are in, and among a boom in butt lifts and surge in non-surgical treatments lies one consistent winner that we shouldn’t ignore: the eyelid lift! Eyelid surgery, a.k.a. blepharoplasty, has ranked in the top 5 cosmetic surgeries for men and women for 16 years running. Last year, it… Continue Reading »
“But you’re too young to get BOTOX!” Ask any of our millennial staffers, and they will tell you that they have heard this expression more than once. There are extremely common misconceptions in the arena of anti-aging about when to begin preventative maintenance—and I hope to shed some light on this discussion in a few… Continue Reading »
By now you’ve most likely heard—via Vogue, goop or from your own peeps—about this cool technology that slims down stubborn fat pockets without surgery. A favorite? The CoolMini. This smaller applicator is shaped to get rid of a double chin using the same safe, effective nonsurgical fat reduction treatment patients have come to know and… Continue Reading »
Looking to fill up the rest of your summer with your favorite tunes? The Atlanta music scene is sizzling—and we’ve put together a list of some of the most exciting concerts to hit the city this summer. 2017 Concerts in Atlanta Get ready to rock with the legends A post shared by Alice Cooper (@realalicecooper)… Continue Reading »
Drains. There’s just nothing sexy about them. Even the word has a bit of an ick factor—especially when you’re talking about the drains some patients need for a week or two after a tummy tuck. Wait, did you say “drains”? Why do you need drains after a tummy tuck? If you’re not yet acquainted with… Continue Reading »
The world of non-invasive procedures has opened up the possibilities for women who hope to reclaim their “pre-baby” bodies. Surgery is no longer the only option, allowing us to help moms who otherwise may not have had the opportunity for improvement. Your options for the New Mommy Makeover Slim troublesome bulges ThermiVa non-invasive vaginal rejuvenation… Continue Reading »
What does a large percentage of our female population have in common with Kardashians, an assortment of female celebrities, and with other satisfied women all over the country? They have had ThermiVa® non-invasive vaginal rejuvenation…and they are so happy they did! Thermi what?! ThermiVa uses radiofrequency, or thermal energy, to provide internal and external tightening… Continue Reading »
Before working in aesthetics, I thought the amount of human intervention in the aging process was minimal. I knew that more sun exposure over time would lead to more wrinkles and a higher risk of skin cancers, like melanoma. I also knew that I could see “how I was going to age” in the faces… Continue Reading »
You may have heard on the news or through social media that breast implants have been linked to a rare form of cancer called Anaplastic Large Cell Lymphoma (ALCL). Patient health and safety is our utmost concern for our plastic surgeons and staff at The Swan Center, and this is important news that may concern… Continue Reading »
Need a little “me time?” Life can be exhausting, between work, housework, kid wrangling, soccer games, and trying to ensure everything goes smoothly. And while it’s great to want to make those around you happy, stretching yourself too thin can take a big toll on both your emotional and physical wellbeing. Sometimes you simply need… Continue Reading »