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Friday, February 3rd, 2012Some of the minor side effects associated with most plastic surgery procedures include swelling and bruising, as well as nausea and/or vomiting. These are normal and usually only evident in the early part of the recovery period. More serious complications, be it bleeding or infection, are rarer occurrences. Yet, even when a procedure is performed [...]
Fake Doc Performs Butt Augmentation Using…Cement?
Tuesday, January 31st, 2012The doctor you choose for your butt augmentation procedure is the most important decision you will make during your cosmetic enhancement experience. In order to have a rewarding experience and achieve beautiful, natural-looking results, you must put your safety first. A qualified Dallas/Plano surgeon will understand this, and ensure that you will undergo your procedure [...]
Become the Best You in the New Year!
Wednesday, January 25th, 2012Just as quick and easy as it is to make up a laundry list of New Year’s resolutions, it can be even easier to give up and forget about them when your desired outcome does not pan out. Fortunately, with the guidance and assistance of Dr. Wilcox, individuals can meet their goals of looking and [...]
Is Tummy Tuck Surgery Covered by Insurance?
Tuesday, January 24th, 2012There are two types of plastic surgery: cosmetic and reconstructive. Cosmetic surgery is an elective procedure, strictly concerned with improving the aesthetic appearance of a person. Reconstructive surgery, on the other hand, involves enhancing a person’s normal appearance, but the primary goal is to improve function. Tummy tuck surgery is a cosmetic surgery procedure, because [...]
A Look at the History of Liposuction
Friday, January 20th, 2012Still one of the most requested cosmetic surgery procedures in the country, including at Dr. Wilcox’s Plano practice, liposuction (“suction-assisted lipectomy”) has come a long way since it was first performed in the 1920s by French surgeon Charles Dujarier. Unfortunately Dr. Dujarier’s surgical attempt was not successful as it led to a major complication; gangrene [...]
Loss of Nipple Sensitivity a Rare Side Effect of Breast Lift Surgery
Wednesday, January 11th, 2012One of the main reasons why some people steer clear from plastic surgery is due to their fear of experiencing negative side effects and complications. This is especially true when it comes to breast surgeries. Please understand, however, that even though every surgical procedure has its own set of potential risks, the likelihood of a [...]
Breast Lift Surgery Same Thing as Breast Reduction?
Wednesday, January 4th, 2012Thousands of women every year choose to enhance their breasts with the use of saline or silicone gel implants. There are also thousands of other women who want to decrease their natural breast size, while reshaping them into a more aesthetically pleasing outcome. Not every woman interested in breast surgery desires “bigger boobs.” Breast lift [...]
Myth: Breast Lift Surgery Results in Smaller Breasts
Friday, December 30th, 2011If aging has affected the quality of your breasts, causing them to sag and lose their once-youthful shape, you may be considering breast lift surgery. There is a myth, however, that should be addressed. Contrary to popular belief that breast lift surgery results in smaller breasts, Dr. Wilcox says that this is not true. It [...]
Want to Give a Loved One a Cosmetic Surgery Gift Certificate for the Holidays?
Thursday, December 22nd, 2011Year after year, the popularity of cosmetic enhancement procedures grows to new heights. This includes both non-surgical treatments and surgical solutions. And considering we are a very gift-giving type of society, in regards to holidays and special occasions, the idea of treating a loved one to an elective procedure of his or her choice is [...]
Are Pets Really Having Plastic Surgery?
Tuesday, November 29th, 2011The majority of people would shake their head to the idea of pets having plastic surgery, probably exclaiming, “What has this world come to?” Well, it proves the popularity and advancement of plastic surgery. Not only are more and more individuals concerned about their own image; now, there is fairly new concern regarding the aesthetics [...]
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