2018 | Stephen M. Herring

What’s the Difference Between a Full and a Mini Abdominoplasty?

Abdominoplasty (tummy tuck) is a term that describes a procedure that contours the abdomen. There are many different variations of the tummy tuck that are commonly performed by plastic surgeons. […]

How Does Liposuction Work?

Liposuction is a plastic surgery procedure that removes fat “only” (adipose tissue) through very small incisions by placing a negative pressure (suction) on a cannula (tube). The procedure first became […]

What Happens During Your Plastic Surgery Consultation?

The formal plastic surgery experience begins with the in-person consultation. The formal plastic surgery consultation accomplishes several prerequisites before performing any plastic surgery procedure. The first and most important is […]

How to Choose a Plastic Surgeon in 15 Steps

Choosing a healthcare provider, in this case a plastic surgeon, can be a daunting challenge. There are a number of “checkboxes” that may be considered when choosing this type of […]

Can I Have More Than One Plastic Surgery Procedure at a Time?

Plastic surgery patients frequently ask if it is possible to get more than one procedure at the same time. Although not stated directly, patients are essentially asking if it is […]

My Friend Told Me That…: Identifying Reliable Medical and Plastic Surgery Resources

Patients frequently seek general information regarding plastic surgery procedures prior to seeking formal consultation. There are many sources for information about plastic surgery procedures. Probably the most commonly accessed source […]

Should PIP Silicone Breast Implants Be Replaced?

The PIP (Poly Implant Prothèse), a type of breast implants, were manufactured by a French company for approximately 20 years (1991 through 2010). The company was liquidated in 2010. Approximately […]

How Much Time Do I Need to Recover from Plastic Surgery: Part 2

There is no hard-set rule for recovery for any plastic surgery procedure. Recovery instructions are customized for each patient based on many factors, all of which are discussed before surgery. […]

How Much Time Will I Need to Recover from Plastic Surgery?

Patients frequently ask about the time needed for recovery after plastic surgery. Fitting a plastic surgery procedure into a busy schedule can be a challenge. Recovery is a very broad […]

What Cost Considerations Are There When Choosing Silicone Breast Implants?

There is one additional breast screening recommendation by the FDA for patients with silicone breast implants. At the date of this blog entry, the FDA recommends MRI screening every 2 […]