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S.N. of Bethel Park writes: I am a young woman in my early 20’s and have always hated my ears. I was teased as a child and was told by my parents that it was something I would have to learn to accept about myself. Now that I am an adult I am thinking about […]

Actually, that is a very common question woman have and I am frequently asked that by patients as they inquire about a breast reduction. I would like to point out that the goal of a breast reduction is to reduce the size of your breasts and reshape them so that they are no longer a […]

I am frequently asked what the difference is between a plastic surgeon and a cosmetic surgeon. While there are several important differences, the main difference is our training. Following completion of medical school, a board-certified plastic surgeon serves first as a surgical resident for at least three years where they undergo rigorous training in all […]

E.D. from Pittsburgh writes: I have been thinking about doing some things lately to make myself look a little younger, but I am not ready for surgery. I have seen a lot of different ads for fillers and Botox as a way to achieve a more youthful look. Do they really work and how long […]