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If the stretch marks are on the skin being removed (typically the lower abdomen), they will be gone. Stretch marks above the belly button may be repositioned lower but will not be excised.

Capsular contracture is a tightening of the scar tissue around a breast implant. At this time, we still do not know what causes this scar tissue to tighten.

Discomfort is greatest in the first few days, and most patients are up and around within 3 to 5 days. You will see your surgeon about five to seven days after surgery. Avoid heavy lifting over 25 pounds, vigorous activity, and straining for three weeks.

The fat and tissue removed during a breast reduction is gone permanently, so most patients can expect to enjoy their new contours indefinitely. However, several factors can cause a change in breast volume, including pregnancy/breastfeeding, menopause, and significant weight fluctuation. Our surgical team encourages patients to try to maintain a steady weight to ensure that their breasts remain proportional.

Good candidates are in good health and bothered by sagging skin, jowls, or a loose neck that non-surgical treatments can't fully correct — typically in their 40s through 70s. We confirm candidacy at your consultation.

Closed rhinoplasty makes all incisions inside the nostrils, leaving no visible external scars — best suited for minor refinements. Open rhinoplasty includes a small incision across the columella (between the nostrils), allowing the surgeon greater visibility and access for more complex changes. The columellar scar typically heals nearly invisibly. Your CSPS surgeon will recommend the approach based on your specific anatomy and the changes needed.

There isn't a fixed conversion. Both FDA labels state that units of one botulinum toxin product can't be compared to or converted into units of another. Dysport is typically dosed in higher unit numbers than Botox, which is why the unit counts look different, but the two aren't swapped by formula. Your injector chooses the product and dose for each area based on your anatomy and goals.

Results typically last up to four months. You should wait at least 90 days between treatments.

BBL addresses pigmentation, age spots, freckles, redness, rosacea, small facial vessels, active acne, loss of firmness, and overall uneven tone. Because it stimulates collagen, it also improves the appearance of fine lines over a series of treatments.

Halo addresses sun damage, brown spots, age spots, discoloration, uneven skin tone, enlarged pores, rough texture, the appearance of fine lines, light scars and general signs of aging. It can be adjusted for a wide range of skin types. Darker skin tones carry a higher risk of pigment changes, so your provider will assess your skin before recommending it.