Wedge vs trim labiaplasty: which one is right for you? Labiaplasty Lake Norman, Davidson, Cornelius, Mooresville, Charlotte Some women are bothered by symptoms of labial hypertrophy. This is a condition in which the labia minora, or “inner lips” of the vulva, are overly large. Symptoms can include irritation or pain when wearing tight clothing, uncomfortable tugging or twisting of the labia, pain with intercourse, and discomfort when doing certain activities (such as bike riding, ... Read More

What are stretch marks? Charlotte, Lake Norman, Davidson, Cornelius, Mooresville tummy tuck Stretch marks are extremely common. While they’re purely a cosmetic issue and don’t affect the function of the skin, many people are bothered by them. What are stretch marks? What causes them to appear? Is there anything that you can do to get rid of them? Stretch marks are scars Stretch marks are medically known as striae. They’re actually scars in the deeper layer of the skin, called the ... Read More

Breast implants vs fat grafting: how can you decide? Breast augmentation Davidson, Cornelius, Mooresville, Lake Norman, Charlotte Breast augmentation is one of the most popular cosmetic surgical procedures. Many women would like to have larger breasts, and this can’t be accomplished through nonsurgical methods like exercises or supplements. The only effective way to increase breast size is through plastic surgery. There are two main methods that can be used for breast augmentation – ... Read More

How can breast asymmetry be corrected? Plastic surgeon Lake Norman, Davidson, Cornelius, Mooresville, Charlotte Most of us think of our bodies as symmetrical, but this isn’t really true. All bodies are asymmetrical to some degree, with differences between the right and left sides. Because of this, nearly all women will have at least a small size difference between the right and left breasts. However, for some women, the size difference is more pronounced, with one breast significantly ... Read More

How long does botox last? Botox Charlotte, Davidson, Cornelius, Mooresville, Denver, Lake Norman Botulinum toxin, most commonly known as botox, is currently the most popular non-surgical cosmetic treatment, and its popularity is only growing. Many people appreciate the convenience of this treatment, which can help to reduce the visible signs of aging (including fine lines and wrinkles). Botox can be injected in just a few minutes, requires virtually no downtime, and can make a big difference ... Read More

What is a “daddy do-over”? Daddy do-over Charlotte Women who have finished having children may choose to undergo a “mommy makeover.” This is a set of procedures designed to address the changes that a woman’s body undergoes as a result of pregnancy and breastfeeding.  However, it’s not just moms who commonly experience changes in their bodies after having kids. Dads may also find their bodies changing during this period. Although men’s bodies don’t undergo the stresses of ... Read More

Should body lift be done in one or two stages? Body lift Charlotte People who have lost a massive amount of weight, whether through lifestyle changes or through bariatric surgery, usually do so primarily for health-related reasons. At the same time, they’re generally hoping to look slim after the procedure. Unfortunately, this often isn’t what happens. In most people, the skin doesn’t shrink to cover the new contour of the smaller body, and the patient is left with excess folds of ... Read More