Clevens Face and Body Specialists' Blog

Millions of people explore cosmetic procedures to enhance their natural beauty and boost their confidence. Choosing to have a cosmetic procedure is a highly personal choice—but it’s a choice that some people close to you may not understand. This article will address the natural concerns a loved one may feel when their parent, partner, or family member is considering an elective cosmetic procedure.

There are many benefits to having facial plastic surgery; it can easily address your areas of concern and help you appear 10-15 years younger. However, there are also a lot of things that facial plastic surgery cannot do—which is why it’s important you share your wishes with your surgeon and come into your consultation with the right expectations for your procedure’s outcome.

Congratulations! Losing a significant amount of weight is a life-changing accomplishment. For many weight loss patients, having plastic surgery is the exciting final step of a long, rewarding journey. But knowing which procedures to get (and when you should get them) can be tricky. 

When our patients are considering plastic surgery following massive weight loss, they often have questions about the right time to begin. The best time to have cosmetic surgery procedures after massive weight loss is once you've lost most, if not all, of the weight you're planning to lose and your weight has been stable for several months after you’ve reached your goal weight. 

As we age, regular upkeep is needed to ensure we continue to look and feel like our very best selves. This upkeep begins at a young age and changes with each new decade—but with so many cosmetic treatment options available, it can be difficult to determine which are a fit for you. If you’re in your 30s, it’s the perfect time to begin an anti-aging routine that will help you age gracefully.

Here are common cosmetic procedures recommended in your 30s.

Aging skin is a natural part of life, and even if you follow the best skincare regimen and take all the recommended precautions, it’s unavoidable. A properly performed facelift is the gold standard treatment for reversing the most common signs of aging, leaving you looking up to 10-15 years younger—but is it the right procedure to meet your personal goals?

Cosmetic procedures are an excellent option for targeting problem areas and achieving your ideal body shape—but sometimes reaching the desired outcome requires more than one treatment. Pairing multiple plastic surgery procedures is a great way to accomplish full-body contouring and to achieve the specific results you’re looking for, without needing to undergo and recover from multiple surgeries. 

If you’ve started balding, you might feel like you’re losing a lot more than just your hair. Hair loss can feel like a major, unexpected change, hurting your confidence when you look in the mirror and even when you go to work. 

Sound all too familiar? If so, you’re not alone. According to the American Hair Loss Association, by the age of 50, up to 85 percent of men have significantly thinning hair. Male pattern baldness is a common struggle for older men, and some younger men also deal with this issue. Regardless of how common it is, most men who suffer from male pattern baldness are unhappy with their situation and wish they could find a permanent solution to help reverse it and get their confidence back. 

The good news is that there are a few options to help fight thinning hair. This blog post will focus on the different stages of male hair loss and the options available for hair restoration—including how much those treatments cost, how long they last, and who is a good candidate for the procedure.

Living in the sunshine state, it can be challenging to stay away from those ultraviolet (UV) rays. Plus, who doesn’t love to get some vitamin D? But despite all the good the sun does for our mood, it can be quite damaging to our skin.

Whether you love to soak up the sun or mostly stick to the shade, the effects of sun damage can be significant—which is exactly why it’s necessary to take the proper precautions to protect your skin from UV rays. Here are some ways to stop or even reverse the effects of sun damage on skin.

If you’re considering having cosmetic plastic surgery, there’s a good chance you’re excited about achieving your goals and also wondering how you’ll cover the cost. Contrary to a common misconception, plastic surgery is not just for the rich and famous, but rather something many people can afford. A study by the Aesthetic Surgery Journal found that the mean annual household income per cosmetic patient was $60,976. Plastic surgery is a long-term investment in yourself, and like any good investment, it may take some time to plan for financially. The good news is that many different options are available to help you pay for the cosmetic procedures that interest you.

From silicone to saline and teardrop to round, there are many factors that play into the aesthetic outcome of a breast augmentation. If you’re considering having a breast augmentation procedure done, you’re probably curious about the different types of implants that are available to you. Selecting which implant type, shape, and size you want is an important decision—and being informed about the pros and cons of your options is the key to making the right choice.