Many surgeons counsel patients that they must be “at a stable weight” or “must lose weight” before they can enjoy the benefits of cosmetic medicine. This can be troubling news for people who are larger-bodied or those who have reached a weight loss plateau. Triple board certified Seattle cosmetic surgeon Dr. Alex Sobel disagrees with… Continue Reading »
Hands and elbows can also show your age Many cosmetic surgery procedures focus on making a person’s face look younger. However, wrinkles and fine lines are not limited to just your face. As you age, you may start to develop wrinkles on other parts of your body as well, including your hands and elbows. However,… Continue Reading »
Leaves are turning, nights are getting longer, and PSL lovers are rejoicing. It’s officially fall—and we think all Washingtonians will agree that the Pacific Northwest is one of the most beautiful places to be during autumn. If you want to get out there and enjoy the season’s perfect weather, but aren’t sure where to start,… Continue Reading »
As we age, our bodies go through many changes, and our breasts are no exception. Factors such as pregnancy, breastfeeding, weight fluctuations, and the natural aging process can all lead to changes in the shape and firmness of the breasts. A breast lift, or mastopexy, is a surgical procedure designed to lift and reshape sagging… Continue Reading »
About two thirds of Americans say they shower once per day. As long as you’re not showering more than that, you’ll avoid the negative side effects associated with skin that’s dried out from too much showering—but should you even be showering that much? While showering every day isn’t bad for your skin per se, there… Continue Reading »